Triathlete’s Gear Guide

Our team of testers spends hundreds of hours putting the gear you see here through its paces—plus some. Not everything that's tested makes the cut. Not everything was up to snuff. But if you're gearing up to race, here's what you'll want—and need—for the season ahead. Here's how we test gear.

If you're looking to figure out what to spend your money on first—and what to upgrade to later—check out our guide to buying gear.

Do you have more questions about gear for your first (second, third, or tenth) tri? We have an active and supportive community of everyday athletes and experts in Team Triathlete who are willing to help. Plus: Members have exclusive, near-instant access to the entire editorial staff at Triathlete. Help is just an @ away! Become an Outside+ Member and join Team Triathlete now!