FORM Goggles
In terms of gear that can actually revolutionize the way we train, FORM goggles’ heads up display sits at the top of the list.
Chris Foster is the editor-in-chief of Triathlete magazine and a former pro ITU/short-course triathlete. After a collegiate running career at Penn State University, where he was a part of the school record-setting distance medley relay with a 4:01 mile leg, Foster represented the U.S. national team at the ITU Elite Triathlon World Championships in 2010.
Today he lives in Los Angeles with his wife where he tends to a small flock of chickens, runs the nearby hills, and swims in the Pacific when it gets a little bit too hot.
Favorite Race: La Paz ITU Continental Cup, La Paz Argentina
Favorite Quote: “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming ‘Wow! What a Ride!'”
— Hunter S. Thompson
Favorite Triathlete story: “Never Get Out Of The Boat: An Ötillö Catalina Race Report”
In terms of gear that can actually revolutionize the way we train, FORM goggles’ heads up display sits at the top of the list.
Though there are more advanced power meters available (the Garmin Vector 3 and Pioneer’s offerings come to mind), there aren’t many that are as affordable, easy to set up, and unobtrusive as 4iiii’s model.
To take advantage of heart-rate variability (or HRV), the latest training performance indicator, it’s important to have an accurate and repeatable heart-rate measurement.
We break down the different types of the best indoor cycling trainers and list some picks.
If you’ve been a big fan of training with power on the bike—using fully objective data independent of terrain, conditions, physiological effects, etc—then training with power on the run is the logical next step.
We look at what’s important when trying to stay visible when the days get shorter.
A tri-focused trip to a vineyard during harvest season is the late-season treat your body needs.
We take a look at some of the most important features in the best triathlon suit for you and list a few picks.
We take a look at what makes the best bag for triathletes and run through a few choice picks.
Last year was all about the conditions, 2019 was all about the competition.
Get a close-up look at the unique TriRig Omni of American Matt Russell.
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Alistair Brownlee will make his first Kona attempt aboard this Scott Plasma.
We get first looks at brand new tri gear from the Hawaii Ironman World Championships.
Matt Russell talks about last year's big Kona finish, his struggles since his 2017 Kona accident, and his season so far.
Senior editor Chris Foster brings viewers along the Queen K to the turnaround at Hawi and back.
But the two-time Olympic gold medalist isn’t necessarily willing to sit back.
Three-time Ironman world champion Mirinda Carfrae shows off the bike she'll use to chase down the competition on Saturday.
Build a strong technical base for cycling with these three single-leg workouts.
Senior editor Chris Foster takes viewers to Kona for an inside look at the iconic Hawaii Ironman Championships swim course.
Aero road helmets are the best solution in lots of different situations—we break down what to look for and list some top picks.
The men's Kona race is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent years.
Senior editor Chris Foster gives an in-depth look at the new HED Vanquish Aero disc wheel. We'll also discuss why it's time to give disc wheels in general a second chance.
Our reviewers take a look at seven pairs of under-the-radar shoes that you shouldn’t overlook this season.
We take a look at two new color and navigation-heavy options for triathletes of every level.
It’s the first thing you notice as you approach the Big Island of Hawaii from the air: big, black fields of hardened lava.
Senior editor Chris Foster gives an in-depth look at the new Cervelo P-Series triathlon bike. Go along on a ride with this update to the Cervelo P2 and P3.
A love for tri led Jan Sibbersen on a nearly 20-year quest to become the fastest long-course swimmer the sport has ever seen.
We wade through the e-weeds to find the best watches for tri.
Former pro and Triathlete magazine's senior editor Chris Foster takes viewers along as he trains for and competes in the Santa Barbara Triathlon.
We look at a choice selection of the best new bikes for triathlon.
With one of our favorite places to swim at risk for overfishing, we sampled the most eco-conscious seafood available so you can do good while eating well.
Former pro triathlete and current senior editor Chris Foster takes viewers along on more training sessions as he prepares for the Santa Barbara Tri at the end of August.
Former pro triathlete and current senior editor Chris Foster takes viewers along on his training as he prepares for the Santa Barbara Tri at the end of August.
Six suits that will make you warmer, more hydrodynamic, and floatier than ever before.
As the season gets into full swing, this bike interval workout will help your body prepare for the inevitable discomfort when heading out of T2.
We tested two mid-level steeds under $10k.
Though cycling—and lately running—has dominated the power headlines, new and existing technology says that power may actually help your swim too.
We submit to you segment ideas that every triathlete is thinking about but should probably (definitely) never attempt.
Senior editor Chris Foster travels to Catalina Island for an exclusive look at the new Otillo Swimrun course and review the new Roka Maverick Swimrun wetsuit.
As temperatures climb, we look at eight of this season’s lightest and wildest run gear.
Our six picks for the multisport man who has it all.
Over the weekend McElroy became the first American since 2009 to finish on a World Triathlon Series podium.
We pitted two sub-$300 smartwatches against each other in a SBR battle for tri dominance.
Be prepared for some hardcore tri-vehicular envy.
These two repair stands are ready to make you a better bike mechanic. Happy bike, happy life.
The Hoka Carbon X features a highly rockered footbed with a carbon fiber plate sandwiched into the outsole and a very unique road feel.
The popular swim/run series has been approved to host its first event in North America in 2020—you’ll never guess where.
The brand new Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM builds a color screen, onboard navigation, and an updated case design into the already intuitive and rock-solid Wahoo ELEMNT series. Our video review looks at how the new addition stacks up.
Use this set to test your fitness and create a benchmark for future workouts.
The biggest draws to the brand new Garmin Forerunner 945 are the addition of onboard color maps, built-in music, safety features, and integrated performance coaching capabilities.
Gear editor and former pro triathlete Chris Foster walks through the features behind the brand new Huub Brownlee Agilis wetsuit.
A real-world update to Nike’s Vaporfly 4% could be the answer to triathletes’ prayers.
Gear editor and former pro triathlete Chris Foster walks viewers through the brand new Selle Italia Iron EVO saddle.
Our gear editor Chris Foster walks through the features of the brand new Hoka One One Rincon and reviews the triathlete-focused lightweight trainer/racing flat.
Here’s how two top choices stack up.
Our gear editor Chris Foster walks through Cervélo's newest tri bike and how it differs from the new P5 and the old P5x.
In a surprise move, Cervélo releases its second new bike in ten days.
Our gear editor Chris Foster gives his on-the-road impressions.
With so many devices and physical treatments available to injured triathletes, the best way to get better quickly may actually be locked inside your own skull.
As the world has changed, so has much of the Hawaii Ironman, but as the clock winds down to midnight on race day, we get a glimpse of what it once was.
Matt Russell talks about second chances, unexpected gifts from the Big Island, and living his life with a new sense of passion since his life-changing accident in 2017.
We got a great look at Daniela Ryf’s brand new 2019 Felt IA FRD Disc
Like triathlon, David Knox’s quest to acquire every original Kona poster and signature from every world champion may seem quixotic, but it’s actually all about what you get along the way.
We spotted Natasha Badmann's unique-looking custom CAT Cheetah at the Kona Community Aquatic Center.
Ben Hoffman had to pull out from the big race last week, but he's still on the island and shared his prototype Specialized S-Works Shiv Disc with us.
Ken Glah’s love affair with the Hawaii Ironman began back when Ronald Reagan was re-elected president—this year he’ll be celebrating 35 straight years of racing on the Big Island.
American Matt Hanson is looking to have a breakthrough race at this year's Ironman World Championship.
A close-up look at the Diamondback Serios F American Matt Russell will ride at Saturday's Ironman World Championship.
Get a close-up look at the Trek Speed Concept American Linsey Corbin will ride at this Saturday's Ironman World Championship.
American Tim O'Donnell is looking to return to the podium at this weekend's Ironman World Championship in Kona.
In a place created entirely by molten lava, this year’s eruption on the Big Island reminds us that the volcanoes are in charge of our most hallowed race’s grounds.
Finland's Kaisa Sali will look to improve on her pair of fifth-place finishes (2016 and 2017) this Saturday as she competes against the world's best.
We preview the professional women's field for the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
We preview the men's professional field for the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
This weekend we’ll be livestreaming MLT’s championships featuring the sport’s first-ever cryptocurrency prize purse.
Half-framed sunglasses hit the sweet spot for triathletes with protection on the bottom and unobstructed vision in the aero position on top.
The single leg dead lift balances and strengthens your hip muscles, the ones that generate the most power when riding.
With the championship season in full swing, consider these four products that’ll shave every last possible second.
Each of these three winners stood out as innovative, outside of the box ideas that could help push cycling gear forward.
The Biggest Little Bike Show in the World delivers more fresh gear and plenty of sneak peeks for 2019.
The annual Interbike trade show heads north to another, smaller gambling mecca, but doesn’t disappoint with some fresh tri finds.
Welcome to the cutthroat, logistically insane, totally rewarding task of elite-athlete guiding.
The makers of some of the most accurate heart-rate monitors in the game announce the Vantage V and Vantage M smartwatches.
Online video magazine host Brian Rose teams up with punk singer John Joseph for an unflinching look at triathlon’s effect on two troubled pasts.
A mixture of short, fast swimming and slightly longer intervals later in the set make this workout a great way to optimize your time in the pool.
Use this workout to increase your threshold and get comfortable powering over climbs.
Trying not to scream TRIATHLETE? This chill gear will help you stay undercover, despite your tan lines.
Break up your pool time with this easy-to-digest session built exclusively around 100 repeats.
Every step of this trainer workout gets tougher, forcing you to focus on form when you reach maximum effort.
Though Mike Plant might not be as familiar to tri fans as the “big four” without him, the world may have never known their names.