Gear

Value reigns supreme—as always—with Canyon’s high-end race-ready carbon beast. The Speedmax CF SLX 8.0 SL might be a mouthful, but it’ll get you to T2 ready to run.

Wahoo's latest version of their popular KICKR smart trainer boasts a few new internal upgrades and two external ones that triathletes should check out.

A new two-piece tri suit from Italian cycling clothing brand, Giordana, has plenty of interesting features, making it a unique choice for triathletes.

The Utah brand gets in the tire game with SES road tubeless options made in the Czech Republic by Tufo.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

We take a very close multisport look at the new update to the already-huge Garmin Edge 1030.

The $109 Elite Sterzo Smart rotating wheel block works with any bike on a trainer to steer inside Zwift.

FORM finally hits the open water with a heads-up display swim goggle that connects via a compatible smartwatch to give important stats like pace, distance, and more.

Though not as inexpensive as its predecessor, the P2, Cervelo’s new P-Series borrows some very slick trickle down tech to give tons of tri-value.

Giordana's new FR-C Pro Tri Doppio Suit ticks all of the boxes for what you'd want in a new suit and adds a few features we never even thought about.

Our 2020 tri bike review buyer's guide rates and compares eight new(ish) tri bikes with a big list of criteria to help you decide which one is right for your style, comfort-level, wallet, and racing distance.

This budget direct-to-consumer complete bike is a great jumping off point for beginners and intermediate triathletes. We break down why it might also not be the sweet spot you think.

The Ventum Z will get triathletes onto a race-ready non-double-diamond bike for far less than $4K—proving itself to be the budget long-course heir apparent for unconventional thinkers.

TriRig’s Omni is the epitome of the unconventional and all-out-aero non-double-diamond setup. It’s not the bike for everyone, but it’s perfect for some.

Almost like one of those exotic cars you rarely see out on the road, Ceepo’s bikes are elusive and unique.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

Not all long runs start and end the same—we look at the best running clothes and accessories for unpredictable summer adventures at any altitude.

Few changes? Few problems. This well-loved pair of lightweight trainers/long-course racers from Hoka gets a tiny update in the Rincon 2 that fans will mildly love but won’t impress haters.

We put in the miles and dig deep to see if Polar’s new Grit X is a good choice for triathletes.

The first episode of our new gear podcast digs into why carbon wheels are getting cheaper and gets into the deep end on disc brakes.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

The days of max cushioning socks for triathletes are gone, may the best ultralight sock win!

Here's how you can still get your activity files during the Garmin outage.

Three high-end cycling GPS computers. One 14,000-foot elevation test. Which computer came out on top?

The Helix is a new transition bag from BlueSeventy with tons of space, insightful features, and clever design.

“What’s the right crank arm length for me?” The answer to one simple question is far more complicated than it seems. Two bike fit experts weigh in.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

What the heck are tubeless tires anyway? We break down tubeless for triathletes A to Z and give a few of our tire and accessory picks.

Hoka's new Rincon 2 mirrors last year's version—with the exception of a slightly updated upper—but that might be a good thing.

New Balance gets squish-plus-support right in their new FuelCell Prism lightweight trainer.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

It’s a brave new world, and as pools reopen and open water becomes a little less like a polar challenge, there are a few key pieces of gear you’ll need to help you get back in the water.

We go above and beyond the standard product review to really see how well Quintana Roo’s newly updated bike holds up.

Here's what you need to know before diving in.

BlueSeventy's new Helix backpack is a massive black hole for triathletes who might love their stuff but who don't love organizing every little thing.

Tiny upgrades to the monstrous Garmin Edge 1030 make the “Plus” version a worthwhile purchase for triathletes looking for very specific functionality.

The next wave of carbon-plated shoes has two competing “families” locked in an epic battle.

As the pandemic continues to cause problems across the globe and change the way we live, these seven brands are pitching in with changes of their own.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

We take a look at some of the best running shirts for the summer when the heat and humidity start to rise.

New Balance's latest offering, the FuelCell Prism, is a bouncy ball of cushy foam with some decent stability chops and some fun tri-friendly details.

Tiny, crisp, and more integrated than before, the Edge 130 Plus isn't a robust training tool but it's a solid starting point.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

Virtual racing is one of the best options for triathletes this year looking to compete against others or themselves. We give tips and break down the gear you need to succeed (virtually).

Bicycle sales are surging as Americans seek alternatives for transportation and health. Industry veteran Peter Abraham examines how the cycling industry can keep its momentum going.

Garmin has added a few software and hardware updates to its already jam-packed, smartphone wannabe, the Edge 1030 Plus.

We look at the Roll Recovery R3 foot roller, an off-kilter foot roller that does more than just hush your pups.

More carbon for less cash in this battle between three budget aftermarket hoops. Where should you slap down your well-earned cash? We’ll tell you.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

As technology gets smaller and more advanced, a new wave of bike-fitting systems is getting triathletes in incredibly powerful (and comfortable) positions. We take a close look at three very different approaches.

With a big boom in tri-suit tech, many of this year's race kits have more features than a luxury car.

We review the Castelli PR Speed Suit as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

We review the Runderwear Men’s Triathlon Suit as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

We review the Zone 3 Aeroforce-X as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

We review the Dixie Devil Christine One-Piece Aerokit as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

We review the DeSoto “Sneak-A-Poo” Riviera Flisuit as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

We review the Decathlon Aptonia Team Trisuit as part of our 2020 race kit roundup.

The new-to-us foot Roll Recovery R3 foot roller is the Swiss Army preventative therapy tool triathletes should be reaching for.

Deluxe neoprene gets a minor makeover with Roka’s top-of-the-line Maverick X2.

Our two testers each pitted three wetsuits against each other for an epic showdown of rubber. Read on to see who floated to the top.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

The Archer D1x Trail wireless shifting system is made for MTB, but adventurous triathletes could use it to upgrade their existing rear shifter for less.

The insurance company Folksam oversaw a test of 27 popular helmets for safety. Four of the top-ranked helmets are available for consumers in the United States.

With tons of aftermarket wheels available, we rode, tested, and reviewed nine of this year’s hottest carbon hoops.

We review the Enve Foundation 65 Disc Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the HED Vanquish GP6 Disc Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Specialized Roval Rapide CLX Disc as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Knight 95 Carbon Rim Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT 62 Disc Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Hunt 54 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Swiss Side Hadron Classic 800 Rim Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Ron Aeron X Disc Wheel as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

We review the Ron Wheels Aeron V6 as part of our 2020 wheel roundup.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

The new Aeron X disc from Polish wheel brand Ron is a great setup: lightweight, disc-brake ready, tubeless-compatible, and best of all cheap.

Rapidly-evolving technology is causing race directors to rethink how they're enforcing safe and fair racing.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

As we put in more running miles in 2020, it might be time to splurge on some new bottoms. Our experts check out spring 2020’s best men’s and women’s running shorts.

We check out the Theragun Mini—a tiny, quieter version of the Theragun that could finally get more triathletes into percussive massage.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

As we start to head outside to ride, there are more cycling safety devices than ever to help keep you safe.

Therabody's new Theragun Mini is smaller, cheaper, and lighter than most other percussive massagers we've seen. We take a look at the sleek new toy.

An unconventional design could be just the thing triathletes need. We look at Hunt’s ultra-affordable (but lightweight) carbon-spoked wheels.

Like competing on Strava Segments or just analyzing your efforts with the app? As of today, you'll need to subscribe to get these features.

FORM’s new firmware update brings smartwatch-connected open-water GPS capabilities to their already feature-rich heads-up display goggles.

The Garmin Varia rear-facing radar alerts you to traffic approaching from behind, up to 153 yards away.

Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.

As restrictions begin to lift and temperatures (finally) begin to rise, people will surely hit the roads and bike paths en masse. Avoid the crowds and point your toes off road with the best trail shoes to take you there in spring 2020.

Hunt's new 54 UD carbon-spoked wheelset is cheap, light, aero, and will definitely turn heads in transition. Check out the new category killer from the UK.

Hoka’s newest release is a light-ish midweight trainer with soft-but-springy foam. Though it’s got the Cifton name, there’s not much here Clifton fans will recognize.