The Huubcast Presents - The Business Side Of Triathlon

John Lunt.  A man with so many credentials to his name we are going to bypass an intro and simple say “Uncle Triathlon“. The man who helped shape our sport in so many ways (and uncle sounds younger than grandfather of Triathlon). In this podcast we talk about John’s career, his early years in Triathlon and how he helped shape our sport. This is the first part of three.  

On the 6th May, Derby veterinary surgeon Laura Massey-Pugh starts her world record attempt to become the first woman to complete 40 full iron-distance triathlons in just 40 days, to celebrate her 40th birthday. That's a massive 5,624 miles across the challenge! She already holds the world record for cycling around the world on a tandem in just 179 days, and now has her sights set on achieving anot...

We are hitting the road in this episode of the Huubcast with our latest family member and Swiss sensation, Alanis Siffert! From a high-level background in the pool to crushing a podium finish at Challenge Roth, Alanis’s transition into triathlon since 2022 has been nothing short of meteoric. We’re diving deep into her "hyperactive" shift from competitive swimming to the world of 100-mile trail run...

In this episode of the HUUB Podcast, Dean Jackson speaks with paratriathlete Ruth Wilson from Yorkshire. Ruth shares her lifelong passion for running, her journey with Parkinson’s, and how triathlon became both a challenge and a lifeline. After early success competing in able-bodied events, a break from the sport, and the loss of her mother, Ruth is now making a determined comeback. With major sur...

We'd like to introduce you to Rory Kaye — a young man soon to turn 16, who has an ambition. An ambition to do something many could only ever dream about, never mind prepare for at such a young age. Rory is truly dedicated and focused, aiming to win a big swim — the Channel Swim. Twenty-one miles of current-challenging effort that could see him finish in 10 hours or take 20-plus. This isn't a chall...

Our latest podcast explores a micro business based in the heart of the UK, producing some of the most innovative chainrings used by elite athletes on their journey to breaking records, winning gold medals, and redefining the way the competitive cycling world rides. Mark Farrow is a former Senior Research Fellow at the Warwick Manufacturing Group, University of Warwick — which, you could say, makes...

In this episode, we speak to Steve Trew, one of the longest-serving members of the triathlon community in the UK. An athlete, ambassador, team manager, coach, journalist, and teacher — the list of ways Steve Trew has left his mark on the endurance world goes on and on. He is one of the nicest people you will ever meet: a storyteller who harnesses the power of sport and the written word to craft em...

How would you feel if someone scheduled a major event on the same day as yours? We posed this question to Iain Hamilton founder of The Outlaw Triathlon after Ironman announced their Leeds event would coincide with his category-leading long-course event in Nottingham. Iain and his team have spent over 14 years building The Outlaw brand, which is now synonymous with the UK’s best long-course triathl...

A British composite engineering firm set out to challenge the bicycle carbon industry by building a bike on our very own shores, designed for the most discerning cyclists. Meet Martin Meir, a triathlete and entrepreneur who set on his journey to create the fastest road bike ever, proudly made in the UK. Discover the journey behind Reap, and the challenges faced along the way in the turbulent bike...

In our latest podcast, we investigate the imbalance within triathlon between men and women. Many stakeholders are exploring ways to broaden the reach of triathlon across the demographic landscape. But do we run the risk of overlooking the glaring discrepancy in male and female participation within the sport? These are the questions we ask Her Spirit co-founder, Holly Woodford. We seek her opinion...

 Our second podcast! Addressing the controversial “Rule 40” created to protect the interests of Olympic sponsors, but seen by some as devisive. Our guest is Mel Berry who has countless years of sports marketing around the games to talk us through this topical issue… If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to keep listening and watch out for the next episode soon!

Welcome to our podcast, where we look forward to discussing with you many aspects of The Business Of Triathlon.   Our First Podcast! Well, who would have thought it? And who better than Alistair Brownlee as our First Official guest. Spend the next 25 Minutes with us, discussing the business side of triathlon, and most importantly, speaking to the 4-Time World Champion; Commonwealth Games winner, a...