2 world titles, a lot of marginal gains
At the highest level of triathlon, every little detail matters. And when you're racing against the best athletes in the world, even the smallest efficiency gains can make a difference.
That's why Hayden pays so much attention to his equipment. From his bike setup to his drivetrain, everything has a purpose.
Hot wax is part of that.
A properly hot-waxed chain reduces drivetrain friction, helping Hayden save watts on the bike. And in triathlon, those watts matter for more than just cycling. Because after the bike, there's still a run to complete. The less energy you waste through your drivetrain, the more you have available for the rest of the race.
“I can't imagine ever going back to oil or liquid wax. I'm looking for every marginal gain I can get. And a Cyclowaxed chain is just a game changer. Always clean, always fast."
Race chains, training chains and a very organised workshop
If you've ever wondered how a professional triathlete manages his equipment, Hayden's workshop is a pretty good place to start.
He doesn't simply have one chain that he uses for everything. He rotates between dedicated training and race chains, making sure his equipment is prepared for whatever is coming up.
Training chains take care of the everyday kilometres. Race chains are prepared specifically for competition, when drivetrain efficiency matters most. And because they're hot waxed, they can be maintained, re-waxed and rotated rather than constantly replaced.
It's proper chain management. Just with considerably more attention to detail than most of us manage at home.
Why triathletes take chain management seriously
A professional triathlete has quite a lot to think about. Swimming. Cycling. Running. Recovery. Nutrition. Travel. Equipment.
And somewhere in between all of that, there's still a bike to maintain. For Hayden, having a proper system makes everything easier. His training equipment needs to be ready for everyday use, while his race equipment needs to be prepared for maximum performance.
Hot wax fits naturally into that routine.
A clean chain means less mess when handling the bike, particularly when travelling between races. And having multiple chains in rotation means there's always a freshly prepared one ready when it's needed. It's one less thing to worry about when you're already managing three sports.
A World Champion's approach to hot wax
Hayden was already using Cyclowax long before we made our partnership official. He switched to hot wax in 2023 and has been using it throughout his training and racing ever since.
And that's what makes conversations like this so interesting for us.
We're not simply asking an athlete to talk about our products. We're learning how someone competing at the very highest level actually uses them. From preparing race chains to managing everyday training equipment, Hayden has built hot wax into his routine.
And fresh from his World Championship victory, we couldn't think of a better person to nerd out about chains with.
Get the same gear Hayden is winning world titles with
We're incredibly excited to have him on board, learn from one of the world's best triathletes, and support him as he chases the biggest goals in the sport.
The good news is, you can get the same products Hayden is using below:
