There’s an awful lot of stuff you need for race day. At a minimum you’re going to be carting around a wetsuit, swim cap, towel and goggles; bike shoes, helmet and sunnies; run shoes, cap/visor and a hoodie for after the event. Plus a tri-suit, but ch

Georgia Taylor-Brown is not only one of Britain’s most successful triathletes, but also one of the most admired and loved. But her bubbly, girl-next-door personality belies a career and life of ups and downs, of which arguably the last 18 months have

WHY I TRI I grew up playing team sports, but in 2018, my dad handed me his old road bike and after plenty of encouragement, I entered the Slateman triathlon in North Wales – even though I couldn’t swim a length in a pool! Celtman has always had this

That old phrase ‘you get what you pay for’ often comes into play when looking at triathlon kit. In the world of wetsuits this is partly true, but it’s also important to choose a suit that suits your swimming level and ability. There’s no point choosi

Most new triathletes will point to one element of racing as being the most nerve-wracking. Yes, while there is a lot to consider in multisport (transitions, skintight outfits, chafing and trying to get trainers on without socks, just for starters!) i

7 WEST LANCASHIRE SPRING TRIATHLON (400m S/21.5km B/ 5km R) Edge Hill University, Ormskirk, Lancashire. epicevents.co.uk NORTHUMBERLAND DUATHLON (various dists) Druridge Bay Country Park, Red Row, Northumberland. vo2maxracingevents.co.uk BRAMHAM PARK

Date: 6 July Location: Gällivare, Sweden Distance(s): Full, sprint Race fee: £228.50, £30 Scandinavia might not be the first place that springs to mind when planning a cheap tri, but this one’s surprisingly easy on the pocket. It’s a real bucket list

Online retailer Wiggle seemed to be one of the great success stories in endurance sport, but last October announced it was calling in the administrators. Almost £27 million in debt, its parent company withdrew financial guarantees sparking the collap

A frustration for many coaches and triathletes is that they’re science orientated and data driven. For cycling, you have your pick of numerous power meters. Running’s heading that way, too, with the likes of Stryde. But swimming’s ostensibly been dev

Ben is a long-time bike rider, firsttime multisport racer. Thirty-five years old and a father of one, he balances family life, ‘ training’ and a job in media sales. Just one run lap to go. I’ve sectioned it out in my head – up the start climb and dow

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STAR LETTER Got an opinion to share? Then email us at fao220@220triathlon.com The other day, in a moment of boredom as the rain continued to fall, I tidied up my garage that, for the most part, is my glorious pain cave. I wish I’d ticked off this cle

Attention all cycling designers – stand in the corner of the room and think about what you’ve done. I refer of course to the Lease-a-Bike-Visma time-trial helmet sported by Jonas Vingegaard at Tirreno-Adriatico in March. Although it was hailed by its

For many triathletes, gluten-free eating isn’t just a dietary preference, it’s an absolute necessity. An autoimmune disorder where the body shows an extreme reaction to foods containing gluten, coeliac disease affects one in every 100 people in the U

With triathlon comes the chance to try something new – and as you progress in the sport, that’s endlessly possible. Completed a sprint distance? Then maybe try an Olympic. Raced on a flat course? Then head to the hills (and develop a whole different

The smell of spring is in the air, which means… the triathlon season is drawing ever closer. With the main bulk of racing beginning in May, the next three months are crucial in ensuring you hit peak fitness at the right time. From February to May, it

The current-generation Scott Addict RC was launched in 2019 and is the all-round road race bike Scott-sponsored teams, such as WorldTour cycling outfit Team DSM-Firmenich PostNL, often use when the road tips uphill. The 40 is the brand's entry-level

“In Germany, we have a word for everything”. So says my German friend Tobias, who was chuckling at my recent discovery of the word “Backpfeifengesicht”, which means “a face that's badly in need of a fist.” If I should happen to be there when you lose