ESSENTIAL KIT
IRONMAN TRI-SUITS
Comfort is key for long distance, so consider pads, grippers and material quality. Full-length zippers are also handy for mid-race toilet stops.
DHB
Aeron
£120 Good value with secure graduated compression and shoulder flexibility.
Issue 389 wiggle.co.uk
2XU
Compress
£160 Compressive legs, full zip and lean fabric primed for long-course racing.
Issue 389
ZONE3
Lava Long Distance
£195 Aero and affordable, with comfy ribbed sleeves and Cytech pad.
Issue 389 zone3.co.uk
CASTELLI
PR Speed Suit
£275 Ultra-lean, formfitting areo material, with iron-friendly pad and pockets.
Issue 389 saddleback.co.uk
ZOOT
Elite FZ Racesuit
Breathable, supportive UV50+ fabric, with highly aero split-suit design.
