Von Collins
Are you in the market for a wetsuit, but don’t quite know what to be looking for, fit-wise? Knowing how a suit is supposed to fit can be tough for the first time wetsuit shopper. Buying a new piece of (expensive) neoprene isn’t quite the same as buying a new … Read More
Swimming in open water, with or without a wetsuit, can be a great experience but should always be done with safety in mind. Swimming safely in open water will give you peace of mind, making your hobby even more enjoyable. During triathlon events, there are usually many lifeguards and safety … Read More
The Sonar is Orca’s best-selling mid range suit. It is highly versatile and for the majority of triathletes is probably the best choice in Orca’s lineup. It’s a great “value” suit – moderately priced but jam packed with features – many of which were on Orca’s top-of-the-line wetsuits just a … Read More
You don’t have to do many triathlons to learn that fast transitions can enable you to move up several places on the finisher list. In addition to practice and preparation, equipment can make a difference in how quickly you transition. One of the least-expensive ways to cut down on your … Read More
Since the order of events in a triathlon is always the same — swim, bike, and run, in that order — the beginning of a triathlon always involves the swim start. However, triathlon swim starts can vary from race to race, and over time you will likely encounter several different … Read More
Swimming in the open water of a triathlon can be challenging, but it can also be a thrill once you gain the confidence, technique, and conditioning to do it well. In addition to the physical challenge, the mental barrier of swimming in open water can be a major factor to … Read More
Kids’ triathlons are gaining in popularity, with many races occurring in locations that may warrant a wetsuit for the child racer. As a general rule of thumb, water temperatures dictate if a wetsuit is needed, and wetsuits can be useful all the way up to water temps of 78 degrees. … Read More
Sugoi has long been making some of the best tri gear on the market. They go far beyond triathlon, as they also make some of the top running and cycling clothing as well. They have some of the top compression gear on the market, and make some create cold weather … Read More
When it comes to triathlon gear, there are a few age-old either/or questions that get asked constantly, and are continuously open for debate. Tri bike or road bike? Socks or no socks? And when it comes to wetsuit, that question is full-sleeve or sleeveless?
The easy answer is that it … Read More
Regardless of skill, triathletes are often faced with questions regarding what gear to invest in. As any triathlete knows, gear can range from entry-level to pro-level, with everything and every price point in between. For the vast majority of triathletes, a base level of gear will be sufficient to train … Read More
