With so many choices, buying the right triathlon wetsuit can be a daunting task. Our goal is to provide you with information on our top e picks, making the buying process a little easier. Being informed about the options for a triathlon wetsuit mean you will likely end up with a suit that you feel [...]
Is it true that a triathlon wetsuit can make you swim faster? Most people who participate in triathlons say yes. There are a number of factors to consider, one of the most important being floatation. With a triathlon wetsuit, drag is reduced so ultimately, you do swim faster. Additionally, a wetsuit can actually help position [...]
In the first part on what to look for when buying a triathlon wetsuit, we covered reasons why this type of swimwear is needed and a few of the features considered vital. In addition to getting a proper fit, thickness of material, and a neck and wrist seal, there are other features that need to [...]
The first phase of every triathlon is swimming. We are providing you with helpful information needed for making the right purchase. Depending on the format of the triathlon, the distance would vary, being anywhere from 400 to 825 yards up to 1.2 miles. Keep in mind that triathlons take place around the world so athletes [...]
Today more than any other time since the start of triathlons, we see innovative and exciting changes made in triathlon shoes. New designs and materials have helped to dramatically reduced transition time, created more comfort for the rider, and prices have gone down while quality has gone up. Triathlon shoes include those used for the [...]
If you have ever watched someone compete in a triathlon, chances are you were fascinated at how quickly the competitors moved from one phase to the next. The key to making good time or even winning a triathlon has to do with transition. In other words, an athlete needs to get out of the water [...]
Triathlon shoes play an important role for two phases of a triathlon. The first phase is biking, which requires specially designed shoes for grip and safety. The second phase is the last phase, running. Obviously, when running, you need good support in a triathlon shoe. Some triathlons are long and tiring. Therefore, you need to [...]
With thousands of possibilities for triathlon equipment, the process of buying things for training and competing can be overwhelming. Typically, a person just getting started will have some basic understanding as to the type and quality of triathlon equipment needed but still have tons of questions. The good news is that there are all types [...]
With triathlons, there are two categories for triathlon equipment. The most obvious is equipment used for the actual event. This type of equipment needs to be good quality, which can help improve your overall performance. However, there is a second category of triathlon equipment, which is used for training.
The truth is that there is not [...]
Since triathlons are comprised of three different events, swimming, biking, and running, there are different types of triathlon equipment. We want to note that you could go out and spend a fortune on very expensive equipment but to purchase quality, you do not necessarily have to spend a lot of money. Therefore, if you are [...]