{"id":19229,"date":"2015-10-01T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2015-10-01T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2015\/10\/01\/liv-introduces-avow-advanced-the-worlds-first-womens-specific-triathlon-bike-r3589\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T09:18:53","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T09:18:53","slug":"liv-introduces-avow-advanced-the-worlds-first-womens-specific-triathlon-bike-r3589","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/liv-introduces-avow-advanced-the-worlds-first-womens-specific-triathlon-bike-r3589\/","title":{"rendered":"Liv introduces Avow Advanced, the world\u2019s first women\u2019s-specific triathlon bike"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Liv, the cycling brand dedicated solely to the female cyclist, is introducing the world\u2019s first women\u2019s specific, performance triathlon bike. Representing years of research and design innovation, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.liv-cycling.com\/avow\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Avow Advanced series<\/a> offers a complete triathlon solution with a precise, easily adjustable fit. In addition to being lightweight and aerodynamic, the frame geometry and adjustability helps athletes keep key muscle groups fresh for the run portion of a triathlon.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-45078200-1443695328.jpg\" data-fileid=\"607087\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"607087\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-45078200-1443695328.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-45078200-1443695328.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">The women\u2019s-specific Avow Advanced Pro 0 features the all-new AeroVault System that includes an aerodynamic bento box and stem-mounted, hands-free hydration system, plus an aero wheelset and highly adjustable handlebar system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Liv\u2019s engineering team used the 3F design philosophy, which creates bikes based on female global body dimension studies and body composition data to best harness a woman\u2019s power output when they designed this women\u2019s specific triathlon bike.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full aspect-video\">\n<div><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"200\" height=\"113\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/075gIwJ3fjk?feature=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cWe wanted to create a performance triathlon bike that is actually comfortable,\u201d said Abby Santurbane, Liv\u2019s global category manager. \u201cComfort is a word we don\u2019t often hear in the tri world, but it was the number one feedback we got from all levels of female triathletes\u2014they just didn\u2019t enjoy riding their tri bikes. Avow Advanced is extremely adjustable and provides the absolute perfect fit for the female triathlete, keeping her fresh for the run without giving up an aerodynamic and performance edge.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Avow Advanced Pro models feature a handcrafted, Advanced-grade composite frame tuned specifically for the female rider, plus an aerodynamic wheelset, AeroDrive fork for precise steering and handling, and the all-new AeroVault System. The integrated AeroVault System includes an aerodynamic bento box and stem-mounted, hands-free hydration system to keep riding essentials within reach.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-63674600-1443695328.jpg\" data-fileid=\"607088\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"607088\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-63674600-1443695328.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-63674600-1443695328.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Avow Advanced features women\u2019s-specific design, an advanced-grade composite frame tuned for the female rider, and dynamic colour and graphics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Triathlon fans have already had glimpses of the Avow Advanced Pro 0 ridden by Liv professional triathlete Radka Vodickova from the Czech Republic. Vodickova has scored several podium placings on the Avow Advanced Pro 0, including a second-place finish at the Olympic distance Beijing International Triathlon on September 20.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-22778100-1443695328.jpg\" data-fileid=\"607086\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"607086\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-22778100-1443695328.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-22778100-1443695328.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Vodickova, from the Czech Republic, rode the Avow Advanced Pro to a second-place finish at the Olympic distance Beijing International Triathlon on September 20.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>As a member of the Liv Tri Tribe, Vodickova offers pro training tips and advice on the Liv Try a Tri online campaign. The Avow Advanced Pro 0, Avow Advanced Pro 1 and the Avow Advanced models will now be featured as the high-end bike product in the Liv triathlon bike line that also features Envie Advanced Tri, Avail series and Thrive CoMax.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Liv, the cycling brand dedicated solely to the female cyclist, is introducing the world\u2019s first women\u2019s specific, performance triathlon bike. Representing years of research and design innovation, the Avow Advanced series offers a complete triathlon solution with a precise, easily adjustable fit. 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