Gear

While training with power on the bike isn’t a new phenomenon, the affordability of power meters in recent years has led to more and more athletes watt-ing up. Here's everything you need to know about training with power and the best power meters for triathlon.

Cold feet? Wet feet? We look at 13 of the best shoes in 2022 for getting in those chilly and soggy running miles this spring.

A new $300 add-on to the Tacx Neo ecosystem promises better ride feel on the trainer, but is it enough? Check out our first impressions.

Creating gear and clothing for all body types is a good investment in the future of triathlon.

In this year’s gear guide, you’ll find our selections of the most important gear you need as a beginner, intermediate, or advanced triathlete—and some things everyone has to have.

We gave one midpack triathlete the best gear and advice money can buy. Now we reveal the "what" and the "why" behind his handpicked choices.

They're not just beginner tri bikes—we look at nine of the top tri-specific rigs in 2022 for under $4,000.

Can you do a triathlon on a road bike? When should you buy a tri bike? Answers to all of your questions about road bikes vs. tri bikes.

Not looking to spend as much on your smartwatch as you would on a laptop? The good news is that the Suunto 5 Peak and the Garmin Instinct 2 have everything a triathlete might need for under $400. But which watch wins?

A2 Bikes has released their second tri range, the SP1.x series—starting at $2,800.

Swimming is hard. These training tools might not make you the best swimmer, but they’ll make you better.

It’s not just about looking good on the road. Looking good in the virtual world counts just as much—and here we have a rundown of the 10 best-looking kits on Zwift.

We pit two of our favorite recent high-end tri bike releases—the Scott Plasma 6 and the Trek Speed Concept SLR 7—in a head-to-head deathmatch, winner take all (of our $$).

Wahoo's latest hybrid smart trainer/roller has a number of new and novel features, but also misses a few of the basics. Read our review to see if it's right for you.

Direct-to-consumer pioneer AJ Alley has finally upgraded his popular, budget-priced carbon tri frame the Speed Phreak with the SP1.x series. But at $2,800 to start, does it deliver?

The latest entry into the power-meter game hits some (but not all) of the things that makes Speedplay a favorite for triathletes.

In a pinch, wearing a surfing wetsuit in a triathlon will keep you warm during the swim leg—but it won’t do much else.

Members can enter to win a free virtual bike fit from MyVeloFit.

Win one of our editors' favorites.

Knowing what to wear, how to wear it, and when to make adjustments while spring running is more of a fine art than science. Fortunately years of getting it right (and wrong) will help us help you.

Wahoo’s new combination rollers/resistance trainer could be the cure for those who switch between indoors and outdoors often. We break the new design down by feature.

Quintana Roo’s HYDROsix2 ditches men’s and women’s sizings for 14 genderless options. Here's what works and what doesn’t.

Wahoo (and Speedplay) finally delve into the world of cycling power meters. Here's the in-depth review on why triathletes, specifically, should be excited.

As triathletes either toil away indoors until the weather clears up or start banging out some spring base mileage, now is the time for a new saddle.

This is far more than your standard foam roller—for better and worse.

Bike fitting? There's an app for that. MyVeloFit, an AI-generated bike fitting software, takes the bike fit out of the shop and into your living room.

Smartwatches are a near-essential tool in the multisport toolbox, but today’s offerings can more closely resemble a home computer than a digital watch. We break down what you need (and what you don’t).

We review eight of the hottest triathlon smartwatches by price, specs, and an eight-point rating system.

Synergy once again defies all pricing structures with the Endorphin Thermal by creating a well-performing cold-water wetsuit that costs substantially less than its competitors.

In the last 15 years, the school of thought for bike tire pressure has basically been flipped on its head.

A triathlon bike is only fast and comfortable when it's the right size. Before you buy, know your tri bike size and how to use it for a smarter shopping process.

The new Garmin Instinct 2 line could also be pound-for-pound one of the best multisport watches released so far this year. Read why.

Chemistry labs, ergonomics, thermoregulation—even the Manhattan Project (yes, that one): The research on wetsuits spans decades, but which is best?

The Garmin Fenix 7 series finally tidies up the small details that made this line less-than-perfect. Novel features like a flashlight (yup) are just the icing on the cake.

The preseason should be all about getting in base miles, working on establishing training zones, and making sure you don’t overdo it too early. Find out the best heart-rate tools for each.

Garmin’s latest Fenix 7X is an Inspector Gadget-level smartwatch—touch screen, solar power—it even has a flashlight. A real flashlight. But does it hit the mark for triathletes? We dive deep.

Ice suits? Double (triple!) power meters? Read about how one triathlete-turned-eSports-competitor put together the most over-the-top indoor training setup, and what you can learn from his project.

Win one of our editors' favorites.

Members can enter to win a pair of Shokz headphones.

Five ways to buy a bike from Specialized begin on Tuesday, including buying online and having an assembled bike delivered to your door.

Two shoe experts weigh in on this season's best trail shoes for this season's worst trails.

Move over, Craigslist and Facebook. The Pro's Closet offers a new way to buy a quality used bike online.

New technology combines bone-conduction audio with a radio transmitter to stream any content from your phone while you swim—no pesky MP3 downloads required.

Buying a new or used bike online requires a little bit of savvy and a whole lot of research. Here's what you need to know.

Triathletes have never shied away from innovation. Contributor Brian Metzler looks back on three key gear evolutions that have had major impacts on the swim, bike and run disciplines in triathlon.

Learn more about the best workout headphones for smashing the indoor cone of silence this winter season.

In our first in-person installment of the Critique My Fit series, our expert fitter rolls out the red carpet to give one regular triathlete a dream fit for a dream ride.

These six products pack plenty of dollar punch.

A short breakdown of what gear our guinea pig used.

It goes better than you'd think.

Just get the warmest everything, right? Nope.

Over the course of this season, we're going to find out. In our newest series, we’re taking a mid-pack triathlete, giving him unlimited access to our resources, and outfitting him with the best of everything he needs for his next race.

Do you like the idea of Zwift or Peloton but feel like neither targets the specific skills you need to actually improve your cycling? A new virtual platform blends both together in an AI mixer.

Another virtual indoor cycling platform throws its hat into the ring with some advanced metrics, a focus on skills, live-guided workouts, a community, and more. But is Velocity VQ ready for the spotlight with other polished platforms?

A mix of gear and non-gear recommendations, our editor-in-chief was all about what got her excited and having fun this year.

Painful blisters, cold toes, stinky feet? There's a sock for that.

Our expert fitter explains why your saddle (probably) hurts, why you should make a change, and what to think about when you finally decide to pull the trigger to find the perfect tri saddle.

Our editors go through a lot (a LOT!) of gear in testing each year. Here's what our digital editor loved the most in 2021.

Our editors try a lot (!) of stuff throughout the year. Here's what our managing editor, Emma-Kate Lidbury, who heads up our training and nutrition content, loved this year.

Our gear editor tries a lot (a lot!) of stuff each year—we present the eight things he loved the most.

Buy now—and buy in bulk—to save yourself the stress of impending inventory shortages.

We give you the nitty gritty details and ride impressions on the 2022 Trek Speed Concept—a simplistic-but-necessary update to Trek's well-loved (and well-worn) Speed Concept line.

Trek’s third generation Speed Concept tri bike has sleek lines, tons of storage, a low weight, and suspension. Yes, suspension.

Percussive devices—no, not the ones you play with drumsticks—are getting smaller, quieter, and cheaper. We look at four popular offerings.

All hope is not lost (yet) for getting a good multisport gift for the triathlete you love. We’re here to help.

Did you know you should cut your brand new wetsuit? Or that zip-ties are your multisport BFF? Read on for our top six hack picks.

As we get into the heart of the gift-giving season, we take a look at a handful of affordable gifts for the multisport person in your life.

We take a super close look at all of the multisport-related functions and updates in this new, near-perfect super-premium smartwatch.

We look at three new pairs of agile trail shoes for offroad running adventures: Hoka’s Zinal, Brooks’ Catamount, and Saucony’s Peregrine 11.

No amount of lotion seems to cure dry, itchy skin after swimming, especially in the winter months. What can you do?

Our tester unpacks the fit, feel, advantages (and disadvantages) of one of the best new supershoes of 2021.

We take a close look at a huge upgrade and a near-perfect tri-specific bike, the Scott Plasma 6.

We dig in deep on one of the best wetsuits for 2021, the crazy-flexible Zoot Wiki Wiki 2.0.

Cycling indoors can be made much less horrifying by choosing the best fan for the job. Triathlete's complete guide to indoor cycling fans with our top picks.

Enter now for the chance to win one of 6 different prize packages from iconic cycling brands

We pit two of the most exciting (and very different) new supershoes from Asics against each other—the results may surprise you.

Win one of our editors' favorites.

Members can enter to win either a Oiselle Flyout Wool Long Sleeve or an InsideTracker test.

We've got all the swim, bike, run, deals for the multisport athlete.

We look at the newest (and best) cycling and running clothing for training indoors and outdoors this winter season.

Companies are coming up with innovative solutions to make the running shoe industry more eco-conscious.

As the days get shorter, we take a look at what every runner needs to stay safe and seen while trying to get in their fall and winter miles.

Indoor cycling trainers have gone from sketchy and barebones to super high-tech. We break down the terms, spec, and tech you need (and what you don’t) for your inside ride.

Here’s where you can donate your used tri gear to help someone else's multisport dreams come true.

Though relatively unknown in the U.S., Jetblack is providing a (quiet) alternative to the usual suspects of indoor cycling trainers. Our reviewer puts The New Jetblack Volt through the paces.

Hiring a good bike fitter is arguably one of the most important decisions you'll make as a triathlete. We break down the five keys to understanding that crucial relationship.

Even though it might be the last thing on your mind right now, getting a bike fit in the offseason is the easiest way to get fast next year.

Looking for a great gift for a traveling triathlete who needs those zzzs? Our reviewer checks out new high-tech ear buds that take silence to 11.

Our editors have scoured the multisport world to bring you the triathlon gifts that even we’d want this year.

Youth triathlon experts share what's required, what's optional, and what to skip altogether. Plus, how to save money on your kid's triathlon gear.