1. What is the Triathlon Pace Calculator?

The Triathlon Pace Calculator helps athletes determine their swim or bike pace based on time and distance. For swimming, it calculates time per 100 meters, while for cycling it calculates time per kilometer.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple pace formula:

Where:

• \( P \) — Pace (min/100m for swim or min/km for bike)
• \( T \) — Total time in minutes
• \( D \) — Distance in 100m units for swim or km for bike

Explanation: The formula divides your total time by the distance to give you your pace per standard unit.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your pace helps with race strategy, training zone determination, and performance tracking over time. Consistent pacing is key to triathlon success.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• For swim: Enter total time in minutes and distance in 100m units (e.g., for 1500m enter 15)
• For bike: Enter total time in minutes and distance in kilometers
• All values must be positive numbers

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good swim pace for beginners?
A: Beginner triathletes typically swim at 2:00-2:30 min/100m in open water conditions.

Q2: How does bike pace compare to speed?
A: Pace (min/km) is the inverse of speed (km/h). A 2:00 min/km pace equals 30 km/h.

Q3: Should I use pool or open water times for swim pace?
A: For race preparation, use open water times if available as they're typically 10-20% slower than pool times.

Q4: How accurate should my distance measurement be?
A: For best results, use GPS data or certified course distances. Small errors in distance lead to pace inaccuracies.

Q5: Can I use this for running pace too?
A: While the same formula works, running pace is typically expressed as min/km or min/mile directly.