Gear

The Top 10 Tri Suits for Triathletes

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Finding the right tri suit can make or break your performance on the big day. Afterall, you don't want issues with your gear to be the difference that causes you to have a bad race. If you're bad at making decisions: never fear! We've compiled this nifty list of the top

How to Choose a Triathlon Wetsuit: Your Complete Guide

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Swimming 1.5 kilometers, biking 40 kilometers, running 10 kilometers. These are the accomplishments of a triathlon finisher. This competition is intense and elite. It requires the best training and equipment. When training for a marathon, you research the best shoes to wear. When training for a mountain terrain bicycle race, you

Guide: Choosing the Best Triathlon Racing Helmet

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When you're racing in a triathlon, the last thing you want is to lose valuable time because of equipment issues. That's why you need the best racing helmet. You don't want to be in the middle of the race fighting against a helmet that's too loose, too tight, or has straps

The 10 Best Triathlon Bike Shoes to Try

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As you probably know, triathletes and cyclists have different training regiments, different goals, and different shoe needs. With the "clipless" pedal system that's become standard in the last 30 years, triathlon bike shoes have changed from previous standards of road-specific shoes. Finding the right fit for your body that you can

Time Machine: The Best Triathlon Watches

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Fitness trackers and watches are all the rage these days and for good reason. They've inspired many people to make an effort to get their heart rates up and move more throughout the day. Wearable technology isn't just for the average person looking to be more active, though. These watches are also

5 Reasons to Use Swimming Ear Plugs

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If you're here, you're probably a triathlete. The good news is, you're in good company. In 2017, USA Triathlon had over 170,000 members - which means there's no better time to be a multisport athlete. But your triathlon training could be missing one unexpected edge: swimming ear plugs. Wait, what? If you're an

All You Need to Know About Bicycle Insurance

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If you've been around the triathlon world long enough, you know bicycles can cost a pretty penny. Even though you're not spending $500,000 on your ride, your bicycle is still an important piece of equipment. Without it, you can't run a race. That's why you need bicycle insurance. Depending on what

Why the Right Attire Is Important for Cycling

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Triathlon shorts are a core piece of triathlon clothing for any triathlete. You need to be 100% certain your gear will allow you to focus solely on the race. But tri shorts can be quite expensive, and can literally alter the flow of your race or event. How can you be

Which Triathlon Bikes are the Best?

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Triathlons have gained more media coverage in recent years, and as a result, they've become more popular among athletes of all ages and levels. Seasoned athletes can push themselves even farther, and those new to athletic competition can embrace a challenge. What makes a triathlon so unique is the varied nature

What to Look for in a Used Triathlon Bike

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Competing in triathlon races is often considered to be the ultimate athletic achievement. From intensive training schedules to clean eating, it's a journey only committed athletes embark on. With its meteoric rise in popularity over the past 10 years, from .92 million to 4.08 million participants in 2016, it's no