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Orca Equip Triathlon Wetsuit Review

April 30, 2016 Wetsuit Reviews

The Orca Equip has a proven track of success for those who are serious about their open water swimming, but also a price point that makes it affordable for beginner triathletes. Orca has been making the equip for several years, and its presence as ...

Orca Triathlon Wetsuit Brand Review

March 13, 2016 Wetsuit Reviews

Orca has come a long way since Kiwi age-grouper Scott Unsworth began selling his ‘speedsuits’ from the back of his car in 1992 at local race events. With an unsurpassed Olympic (and not to mention Ironman) pedigree, Orca continues to provide ...

Pearl iZUMI In-R-Cool Tri Shorts Review

February 19, 2016 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

In Tokyo over 50 years ago, a proud father produced Japan’s first bicycle racing apparel for his son, a promising racer. Today, Pearl Izumi USA, Inc. has involved into a multi-national company with a cult-like following. The name Pearl Izumi USA, ...

Microsoft Band 2 Review

December 15, 2015 Training

The Microsoft Band 2 is an impressive alternative to, and maybe a better product than, Fitbit. Here is our review. We are big fans of the Microsoft Band 2, a fitness wearable that debuted in late 2015. The first Microsoft Band came out in late ...

Quintana Roo Triathlon Wetsuit Brand Review

March 13, 2015 Wetsuit Reviews

Note: Quintana Roo stopped making wetsuits in 2013. If you are looking for a newer model wetsuit, check out our recommendations for entry-level wetsuits or high-end wetsuits. If you are considering a used QR wetsuit, read on! ----------------- ...

Comparing the Best Stationary and Spinner Bikes

February 13, 2015 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Stationary bikes, or spinning bikes, can be an excellent alternative to road or trail riding for exercise enthusiasts or competitive athletes. While there is no substitute for going for a hard, heart rate-raising ride outside, there are times when ...

Garmin Forerunner 310XT Waterproof GPS Watch Review

July 1, 2014 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

The Garmin Vivoactive recently replaced the 310XT as Garmin's waterproof wearable. For years, we have extolled the virtues of the Garmin Forerunner GPS watches for training and racing. Now, we finally have the opportunity to talk about a ...

Triathlon Swim Course Tips for Race Directors and Lifeguards

June 17, 2013 Using a Wetsuit

The team at the Triathlon Wetsuit Store not only competes in triathlons, but we are loyal race volunteers as well. One of the important jobs that we have done many times is to setup and monitor a triathlon swim race course. As with any race ...

Aqua Sphere Pursuit Wetsuit Review

March 1, 2013 Wetsuit Reviews

Aqua Sphere has been making top-of-the line wetsuits for triathletes for years. The brand might not be as synonymous with triathlon as Quintana Roo or Xterra, but they make quality wetsuits and sell them at fair prices. They have various different ...

Profile Design Marlin Triathlon Wetsuit Review

February 25, 2013 Wetsuit Reviews

Over the summer we had the benefit of competing in the Profile Design Marlin Full Sleeve Triathlon Wetsuit. And we loved it. We felt like fish and we swam like fish. And we finished fast. Put a Profile Design Marlin on and we guarantee that you will ...