Trek’s Speed Concept, shown here with a fetching Project One paintjob, was a perfect weapon for a 12-hour time trial thanks to its excellent aerodynamics, adjustable cockpit and integrated storageNick Legan
A long and a short loop are used for the 6-12-24 Hour World Time Trial Championships, with all racers starting on the long loop and only changing to the shorter with 1.5 hours to goNick Legan
Bontrager Aeolus 5 wheels were used front and rear with a Wheelbuilder AeroJacket rear cover. Tubeless Vittoria Corsa Speed Open tires kept rolling resistance to a minimum. Shimano Di2 shifting kept gear changes easy throughout the dayNick Legan
Speedplay’s Zero Aero pedals only engage on one side, with the other side covered in dimples that smooth airflow over the cleat/pedal shapeNick Legan
Profile Design’s Aero HC bottle mounted on the Bontrager mono-extension via a TwoFish adapter.It was easy to refill, even on the fly, and a constant reminder to hydrate. A few zip ties helped steady the computer mount which can move a bit over bumpy surfacesNick Legan
Both 12 and 24-hour racers were required to have lights front and rear and reflective tape on wheels, cranks and frame. Cateye’s Rapid X3 blinked for the entire 12 hours, as per the rules and kept the lines of the Trek sleekNick Legan
A Blackburn Central 350 and a Light & Motion Urban 350 offered plenty of light even for 30mph downhilll sections at nightNick Legan
Trek’s Speed Box makes the Speed Concept faster and holds a spare tube, multi-tool, a tire lever, two CO2 cartridges and an inflator with easeNick Legan
A Cobb Max saddle offered exceptional comfort over the long day. Profile’s RML mount carried two bottles in a convenient, secure locationNick Legan
While the Trek came with a complete Ultegra groupset I installed a personal Dura-Ace crank with a Stages power meter. This helped me both in training and for pacing during the eventNick Legan
Garmin’s Edge 820 easily lasted the 12 hours and displayed vital information throughout the day without taking up a lot of spaceNick Legan
Specialized’s Evade GC skinsuit has a great chamois, a tight aero fit and three pockets that carried a phone (as required by the race rules) and race foodCourtesy Specialized
Giro’s Factor Techlace were comfortable throughout the day. As my feet swelled over the day it was easy to open the shoes incrementally thanks to the BOA closure and Giro’s new Techlace systemNick Legan
Reflective material kept me visible during the dark first hour of racingNick Legan
With its integrated visor, MIPS technology and impressive ventilation, the Giro Aerohead MIPS is a fantastic time trial helmetNick Legan