2016 Triathlete Buyer’s Guide: Best In Class
Of the 143 triathlon products reviewed, 11 stood out against the rest for pure performance and earned the designation of Best in Class.
Triathlete magazine is the premier resource for everything triathlon gear: find how-to advice, gear reviews, and unboxings from our experts. We put a lot of thought into everything that appears on this page! Read about how we test our gear here.
Triathlete magazine is the premier resource for everything triathlon gear: find how-to advice, gear reviews, and unboxings from our experts. We put a lot of thought into everything that appears on this page! Read about how we test our gear here.
Of the 143 triathlon products reviewed, 11 stood out against the rest for pure performance and earned the designation of Best in Class.
Compression is made to be worn during training sessions to minimize fatigue and stabilize working muscles or post-workout for recovery.
A closer look at the Brooks Neuro, an outside-the-box running shoe Brooks released this spring.
Why not kick off the 2016 season with some training gear that benefits both you and someone else?
Keep your bike in ready-to-roll condition with this checklist.
These multisport products are worth spending your hard-earned money on.
Rotor Bike Components introduced its new 2INpower (“twin” power) power meter at the Taipei International Cycling Show this week.
Here are four tips to help you find the right pair this spring.
Wetsuit brand ROKA entered the cycling apparel market with smart, stylish designs.
Unique monikers abound in the sport of triathlon—but what do they mean?
SRAM Road PR Specialist Daniel Slusser discusses the company's new Red eTap.
Specialized will license a key rim patent from HED that improves aerodynamics and handling in crosswinds.
Nikola is a brand aiming to revolutionize the bicycle pedal with a design that incorporates lateral movement as it rotates.
It’s a common complaint among triathletes: Swimming lap after lap in silence can get tedious—quickly.
Specialized has revealed the custom ViAS with SRAM Red bike defending world champion Javier Gomez of Spain will ride early in 2016.
Haven't bought a Valentine's Day present for your spouse? Get inspired with our Valentine's Day-themed (red! pink! chocolate!) gift guide.
Competitor magazine editor-in-chief Brian Metzler shares a look at some of the most cushioned shoes you’ll see in 2016.
Coming off of the great success of the 808 NSW, Zipp has brought the expertise of the “nest” to its 404s.
A look at the 17 bikes featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
Could this new device solve your crooked swimming problem?
The bike computers and power meters featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The five bike cases featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
A look at the components featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
A look at the six aerobars featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The six bike fueling systems featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
A look at the eight shoes featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The eight goggles featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
A look at the eight helmets reviewed in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
A look at the 14 race kits reviewed in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The 15 running shoes reviewed in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The 14 wetsuits reviewed in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The six transition bags featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The eight saddles featured in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
The four watches reviewed in the 2016 Triathlete Buyer's Guide.
With only 75 of each jersey made, Blur Cycling caters to athletes who want a jersey their training partner doesn’t have.
Our round-up of the gear and tech you’ll be coveting this year.
The Brooks PureFlow has been reimagined for its fifth edition. Here’s a closer look.
A new tool called Otto can empower even the most novice bike mechanic.
Here’s a closer look at Skechers’ new stability show, the GOrun Forza.
Garmin’s new 630 is the same size as the 620 but is said to have 60 percent more battery life and 44 percent more viewable screen area.
We welcome the trend of functional tights with a colorful twist.
UnderArmour has entered the growing high-tech shoe business, announcing the launch of the SpeedForm 2 Gemini Record Equipped.
The company has now branched out into men’s cycling apparel with the same emphasis on a flattering fit
The insole market is a multi-million dollar industry in the U.S., and there are more options than ever.
The behind-the-scenes supplementary work athletes do can be just as important as the training itself.
Take a look at The North Face Ultra MT, a shoe “that’s created to round out our trail running line” according to the brand.
As part of their "2015 Velo Awards," our friends at Velonews.com share the two best reasons to ride indoors.
Cold weather got you down? Keep chasing those endorphins no matter the elements with these brrrr-friendly running tops.
These brand-new bike lights will help you see and be seen on the roads.
Can’t afford a pro bike fit? This app can get you started.
Fusar Technologies has begun taking pre-orders for a new three-part system that turns any helmet into a smart helmet.
A member of the Bahrain Endurance 13 team, she races and trains around the world.
Velonews.com's Kristen Legan shares her first impressions of Cervelo's new C5 Endurance Bike.
Not only is it more comfortable for most athletes to have their arms angled up 10–15 degrees, it’s also more aerodynamic.
Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer item to give your triathlete? Check out our picks.
The parent company of Giro and Bell Helmets announced a partnership with 360-degree camera producers, 360fly on Wednesday.
The newest Fitbit fitness tracker does more than count your steps—it’s a complete GPS watch to help you optimize your performance.
Get stronger with the three-time Ironman world champ coaching you through her favorite run sessions.
Dallas-based triathlete Lauren Barnett shares her favorite triathlon gear.
This swim-specific tracker can tell you what you’re doing wrong, in real time.
Luckily there’s a good chance you can tune your rear derailleur on the fly without using tools.
Up your foam-rolling game with these tools.
You never see Meb Keflezighi racing without compression socks. They are a staple of his race-day gear, and in this video, he explains why.
Ready to meet your perfect sole mate? We tested 13 of the latest models to guide you to your best match.
Even the most fervent Speedplay loyalists will complain about how difficult it is to traverse the tile at their local coffee shop.
Figuring out where to store your flat kit can take some creative problem solving.
Sock doping, stepping up your sock game … whatever you call it, fun socks add flair to any cycling kit.
A member of the star-studded Bahrain Endurance 13 tri team, McMahon will next look to defend his Arizona this Sunday in Tempe.
These designs are purposefully minimal, sharp and distinctive.
The first wearable lactate threshold sensor looks inside your muscles to track lactate levels.
Andy Potts gives us an inside look into his compression sock protocol and provides his expert tricks and tips for use while training and recovering.
EdgeGear co-founders asked if the watch were invented today, where would the ideal location be?
First came wetsuits, then came goggles, swimwear and now cycling apparel from high-performance brand ROKA sports.
Several lucky participants in this year’s Kona race got the opportunity to test an exciting new solution to muscle cramps.
Specialized lets you create one-of-a-kind customized bottles.
The Edge 20 provides an assortment of riding metrics in a small, intuitive and affordable package.
Every week, Velonews.com compiles the latest in gear news, tips and announcements from the bike industry.
Reap the aero benefits of deep rims with these more affordable options that can shave minutes off your PR.
Bontrager’s lightweight, eye-catching new road shoe has high-end features with a reasonable price tag.
Bike check-in served as the final task before athletes headed home and got one more nervous night sleep before race morning.
The story of how Sebastian Kienle became an Ironman world champion wearing a not-yet-final prototype running shoe.
Check out the gear, signings and booths that caught our attention at this year's expo.
A close-up look at the Specialized S-WORKS Shiv of American professional Ben Hoffman, who will look to replicate his 2014 Kona performance.
Tim O'Donnell's custom-painted Trek Speed Concept will hopefully take him to a fast bike split this weekend.
Get a closer look at Jan Frodeno's Ironman World Championship winning Canyon CF SLX.
A further look at how SRAM's new Red eTap system works using Luke McKenzie's bike.
A close-up look at the race-ready Scott Plasma 5 bikes of pros Beth Gerdes and Luke McKenzie.
Given that the Ironman World Championship is the Superbowl of triathlon, many companies make special edition gear for the race.