Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Information on triathlon suits, shorts, bikes, and other essential tri gear.

Indoor Bike Trainers

November 17, 2021 Training

If you are like us, a good bike ride can make your day. Getting outside, exploring, and having some sun on your face are all part of what we define as a great ride. One of the problems with cycling, though, is that when the weather gets bad, ...

Best Triathlon Watches

November 12, 2021 Training

There was a time when running or sports watches could only offer time and heart rate, and offered little additional value. Thankfully, those times are long gone. With the proliferation of GPS-enabled devices and better waterproofing, modern ...

Triathlete Gift Ideas

November 11, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Triathletes can be a finicky bunch to buy gifts for. Triathlon is a sport of habits, and many triathletes have developed detailed habits that they don’t veer from. Even getting them the wrong flavor of Gatorade can disappoint them. What’s worse, ...

Bike Chain Lube Basics

October 10, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Bike chain lube is a vital part of cycling. If there are only two things you do regularly, you need to oil the chain and keep your tires inflated. Those two things will solve a large chunk of possible cycling maintenance issues. The good news ...

Buying an Entry Level Triathlon Bike

June 5, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Buying your first entry level triathlon bike can be a daunting task. Of all the investments you will make in the sport of triathlon, no single one has the potential to carry the cost of your tri bike. While any given race will see its share of ...

Triathlon Shorts Buying Guide

April 15, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

De Soto's Forza shorts Triathlon shorts are perhaps one of the most versatile and core pieces of a triathlon clothing wardrobe for any serious or beginning triathlete. Because it is the one piece of gear that you wear for each leg -- the swim, ...

Clincher vs. Tubular Bike Tires

April 12, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Clincher or Tubular? When it comes to bike tires, those are your choices. It is a common question among cyclists, triathletes, and recreational bikers. Why are there even two types of bike tires? Each evolved with its own set of reasons and ...

Triathlon Bags Buying Guide and Recommendations

April 7, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Triathlon bags, or transition packs as they are sometimes known, are a piece of triathlon gear that is not necessarily essential but can make life much easier if you begin to get somewhat serious about doing more triathlons. Triathlon bags are ...

Best Energy Gels and Gel Packs

March 20, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

If you’re a triathlete, cyclist, or marathon or 10K runner, you’ve most likely used energy gels before. It’s no secret that energy gel packs such as the Clif Shot or GU are commonly used during both training and racing, and can give you a little ...

Triathlon Tops and Singlets

March 19, 2021 Tri Suits and Other Tri Gear

Triathlon tops, or singlets, are a useful part of a triathlon wardrobe. A good tri top feels great during the race and is easy-to-use in the transitions. Sure, you can just wear a t-shirt or cycling shirt, but there are some disadvantages which ...