Gear

The Humon Hex is a muscle oxygen tracker that allows athletes to optimize workout intensities, minimize injury, and monitor progress.

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.

These shoes hit the tri trifecta of value, sockless comfort, and lightning-fast entry.

Easily the most underrated goggles of all time, these are what Maverick would wear if he went swimming.

Invest in your head.

This entry-level ride will leave you feeling like a total pro.

The price is entry-level, the performance is elite.

In the beginning, there was swim, bike, run. And then there was legendary coach Joe Friel’s best-selling tome.

Writing down your goals and training gives you a jolt of motivation and encourages reflection.

Amp up your zest for swimming with fun, odd, inspiring quotes from characters as diverse as Winston Churchill, Michael Phelps, Mark Twain, and Jimi Hendrix.

A vegan shoe!

These bars are made from nutrient-dense American grown hemp.

The benefits of cherry juice have been well-documented, helping to improve sleep, reduce inflammation after exercise, and expedite muscle recovery.

They don’t come much funkier than a Funkita swimsuit.

The comfiest cold-weather running tights.

Fashion, meet function.

This lightweight, super versatile Buff is from the CoolNetUV+ range, which is ideal for athletes who spend a lot of time in the sun.

Ridiculously fun performance sunglasses without the ridiculous price tag.

This colorful cap crushes down to fit into your pocket—or anywhere you want to stash it—and then instantly rebounds to its original shape.

Triathletes like to stay hydrated—and they also love their foam rollers, so why not combine the two?

The backpack for all the things.

We break down the different types of the best indoor cycling trainers and list some picks.

The mission: Make sports accessible to everyone. Will Americans buy in?

Bib shorts aren’t usually much to get excited about, but Rapha’s new (cheaper) cargo shorts will change the way you stuff stuff.

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.

Biomechanists at HOKA and Nike have been tinkering away, and triathletes get to reap the benefits. We pit two brands’ carbon-plated, stride-enhancing road racing shoes head to head to find their differences.

We look at what’s important when trying to stay visible when the days get shorter.

We take a look at some of the most important features in the best triathlon suit for you and list a few picks.

We look at the latest option in the sub-$1,000 smart trainer category.

We take a look at what makes the best bag for triathletes and run through a few choice picks.

Got a barn full of different bikes? Keep them all tuned to your body with these pro fit tips.

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.

Bike check-in served as the final task before athletes headed home and got one more nervous night of sleep before race morning.

We get first looks at brand new tri gear from the Hawaii Ironman World Championships.

With her lightning-fast swim, two-time Kona runner-up Lucy Charles-Barclay will look to ride off the front using this Specialized Shiv.

Get a look at the unique bike (and specifically, custom cockpit) Cam Wurf will ride on Saturday's Ironman World Championship.

The Canyon of two-time Ironman world champion Jan Frodeno features some super unique details.

Will this bike carry Daniela Ryf to her fifth Ironman world title? We'll find out on Saturday. 

Two-time defending Ironman world champion Patrick Lange will ride this Canyon Speedmax CF SLX in pursuit of his third-straight title on Saturday.

A look at the Trek Speed Concept American Tim O'Donnell will ride at Saturday's Ironman World Championship.

The Argon 18 E 118 Tri+ was launched as part of race week on the Big Island.

Aero road helmets are the best solution in lots of different situations—we break down what to look for and list some top picks.

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.

Effective and aero: Disc brakes are rapidly gaining popularity on road and triathlon bikes. But are they necessary?

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.

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.

Some like it hot. If that’s not you, it’s time to learn how to handle the heat.

Six cushioned trail shoe models designed to swallow terrain and smooth out long miles.

Space-age materials and funky designs make the latest class of theft-deterrent locks lighter and more portable than ever before.

We look at a choice selection of the best new bikes for triathlon.

A useful tech tool or an overpriced gadget? We look at the pros and cons of the Oura Ring.

Six suits that will make you warmer, more hydrodynamic, and floatier than ever before.

After two months of testing, former pro triathlete/college swimmer Ben Collins reviews some exciting new tech shaking up the pool.

The science behind how your wetsuit floats is rapidly changing.

We tested two mid-level steeds under $10k.

All of these vests will help you feel confident that you have everything you need on your next long run.

The latest offering in a long line of new swim tech lights up your goggles to show your heart rate as you swim.

Don’t leave the garage without these essentials.

Your cycling shoes are doing it wrong.

Though cycling—and lately running—has dominated the power headlines, new and existing technology says that power may actually help your swim too.

From many of the minds that created the now-defunct Recon Jet, FORM is releasing a swim goggle that gives the wearer metrics using a heads up display.

We review a wide price range of wild men's and women's summer cycling clothing so you can stand out from the herd this season.

Giant launched the new brand of products in advance of the Tour de France’s start in Belgium.

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.

Step 1: Put away the duct tape.

Sunscreen you can wear: Why UPF is your new BFF.

For less than $300, a full-on TT helmet can shave upward of five minutes off an Ironman bike leg.

Giro ditches the laces on their new range-topping road shoe. Two Boa dials offer a more consistent fit. How do they play out on the road?

Our six picks for the multisport man who has it all.

We pitted two sub-$300 smartwatches against each other in a SBR battle for tri dominance.

We took a look at the best chamois creams. Because sometimes the love of a good saddle isn’t enough.

This black S-Works Shiv Disc frame will be the standard issue frame from Specialized from now on.

No wind tunnel? No problem!

Be prepared for some hardcore tri-vehicular envy.

Feast your eyes on the new Specialized S-Works Shiv Disc from Olympian-turned-Ironman-racer Sarah True.

So fresh! So clean!

These two repair stands are ready to make you a better bike mechanic. Happy bike, happy life.

A brief description of bearings and the lowdown on if you should care what material they're made out of.

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 ultimate gift guide for the multisport mom.

Less-expensive store-bought orthotics might be enough to help address many issues at a fraction of the cost of custom options.

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.

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.

Kask’s latest aero-road offering delivers more ventilation with less aero penalty—hot heads rejoice.

Gear editor and former pro triathlete Chris Foster walks through the features behind the brand new Huub Brownlee Agilis wetsuit.