Bike Check: Lance Armstrong’s Trek Speed Concept
- By Aaron Hersh
- Published October 8, 2012

Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
His disc appears to be a repainted Lightweight, his wheel of choice during his days racing for the Astana cycling team.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Armstrong explicitly requested the number seven, presumably to call attention to his seven Tour de France titles, which are in jeopardy following his no contest of doping charges from USADA.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
He uses an SRM power meter with SRAM TT rings.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
His SRM power meter is paired with SRM's Power Control 7 computer.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
These Bontrager RXXXL Aero brake levers have an in-line barrel adjuster to allow easy swaps between wheels with narrow rims and wide rims.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-series from the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
He opted for Giro's Air Attack, a semi-aero helmet designed to create less drag than a standard road helmet while venting more than a full-on aero option.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Shades waiting in the helmet.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Running shoes and socks doused in baby powder.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Custom-made SRM Power Control 7 mount.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Armstrong is racing Speedplay pedals.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Bontrager's first anatomical tri saddle, the RXL Hilo. Armstrong has been racing it through the majority of his year back in the sport.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Still wearing Nike branded cycling shoes.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Custom painted Zipp VukaR2C shifters with an homage to Armstrong's home state and town.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
He raced SRAM Red 2012 components.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Unlike many pro triathletes, Armstrong still opts for two bottles on his frame.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Although Armstrong is using the new Red 2012 rear derailleur, his front derailleur is still prior generation.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
A Honey Stinger Waffle was stashed on his aerobars. Armstrong's picture is on the package.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Armstrong takes advantage of the Speed Concept 9-Series' massive range of adjustment. His stem piece provides substantial rise and he also spaces the extensions 1.5cm further above the basebar.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Armstrong's Speed Concept is custom painted in Livestrong garb.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept
Bontrager's Aeolus 7 D3 tubular front wheel.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Lance Armstrong’s return to triathlon has caused quite a stir. And while the Speedo look at the SuperFrog triathlon divided opinion, one thing didn’t: his bike. As you might expect, Armstrong’s ride is possibly the best in transition. Aaron Hersh got a chance to check out his Trek Speed Concept at the SuperFrog Triathlon.
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