Information on triathlon suits, shorts, and other essential tri gear.
Finding the right race is part art and part science. The ideal triathlon or running race will be in a location that is convenient, and occur at a timeframe that works with your training plan and personal calendar. Considerations for finding the right race Find a Convenient Location: While some people like to do what we … Read more
When it comes to triathlon swims, so much attention is given to the expensive gear. Tri wetsuits, short and suits dominate the reviews, and rightly so as a poorly-fitting or uncomfortable garment can make or break a strong triathlon swim. But after making all that investment in wetsuits and suits there is an inexpensive, $10 … Read more
One of the most common question we receive each season is “where can I find discounted triathlon wetsuits”. The allure of getting a cheap wetsuit or a smoking deal on one is something that people will seemingly search to the ends of the earth for. There are two types of less-expensive wetsuits: Good wetsuits that … 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 transition time is by using … Read more
The shoes worn during a triathlon are essentially the same ones you would wear during a run or bike workout. The major factors that affect your shoe choices are: 1) What are you most comfortable doing a hard bike ride or long run in, and 2) Do your bike’s pedals call for specific cycling shoes. … Read more
Shimano’s line of road wheelsets aims to cover all the bases, from high-tech carbon wheels that are race ready to bomb-proof entry-level wheels that can withstand just about any punishment. The middle of the road is especially well covered, with a plethora of wheelsets that find a compromise between weight and durability and will satisfy … Read more
Unless you have been in a cave for the past five years, you have undoubtedly noticed the Rise of the Wearable. In the athletic world, wearables serve many purposes ranging from high-tech training monitoring, to an important weight-loss tool, to novelty. it took a while for triathletes to find a line of wearables right for … Read more
If you are reading this, you have likely purchases new triathlon speed laces or lock laces (or if you have yet to buy, you can find them here.) Whether you got yours to help you be faster during transition, or just add convenience and comfort to your runs, we wanted to give you a quick lesson … 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 workout outers as well. We … 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 for and compete in races, … Read more
