Best Triathlon Wetsuits: 2021 Buying Guide
A good triathlon wetsuit is one of the key investments most triathletes consider making at some point. You don’t have to buy one, but if you are racing in colder water conditions or doing a longer...
View ArticleBest High End Tri Wetsuits for Ironman, Elites
High-End Wetsuits borderline on being works of art. Who ever knew you could put so much engineering into pieces of neoprene? Perhaps you are planning to do an Ironman, or want this to be the season...
View ArticleBest Entry Level Triathlon Wetsuits
There was a time when the only way for beginner triathletes to have access to good triathlon wetsuits was to rent. It was just too hard to justify the purchase of a $500 suit if you weren’t planning...
View ArticleOrca Sonar Review
The Sonar is Orca’s best-selling mid range suit. It is highly versatile and for the majority of triathletes is probably the best choice in Orca’s lineup. It’s a great “value” suit – moderately priced...
View Article5 Great Sources for Triathlon Wetsuit Discounts
One of the most common question we receive each season is “where can I find discounted triathlon wetsuits”. The allure of getting a cheap wetsuit or a smoking deal on one is something that people will...
View ArticleTriathlete Gift Ideas
Triathletes can be a finicky bunch to buy gifts for. It is a sport of habits, and many triathletes have developed detailed habits that they don’t veer from. Even getting them the wrong flavor of...
View ArticleBlue Seventy Wetsuit Brand Review
The Blue Seventy (branded as “blueseventy”) brand of wetsuits and swimwear began life in New Zealand in 1993, and quickly rose to become a preferred wetsuit for Ironman competitors and other...
View ArticleOrca Alpha Wetsuit Review
Orca has been cranking out great wetsuits for a few years, and at any race you will see a good representation of triathletes donned in their Orca suits. The Orca Alpha is their top-of-the-line...
View ArticleTriathlon Wetsuits: Full-Sleeve or Sleeveless
When it comes to triathlon gear, there are a few age-old either/or questions that get asked constantly, and are continuously open for debate. Tri bike or road bike? Socks or no socks? And when it...
View ArticleWhat is the Minimum Gear for Triathlon?
You can spend thousands on the sport of triathlon, but you don’t have to. True, there are many athletes who invest hundreds or thousands of dollars each year to keep their triathlon times fast. But...
View Article7 Things to Look For When Buying a Triathlon Wetsuit
Buying a wetsuit means you’ll have to navigate through a labyrinth of brand marketing and buzzwords in order to make a selection that’s right for both your ambitions and, not to mention, your budget....
View ArticleTriathlon Suits
Triathlon suits are an accessory that triathletes often look for as they get more serious about the sport. While it is possible to train for and race in triathlons with a simple sport shirt and tri...
View ArticleTriathlon Wetsuits: What You Get for the Money
The price range of triathlon wetsuits varies significantly. You could spend anywhere from $50 to $650 or more for something labeled as a triathlon wetsuit. While the old saying that “you get what you...
View ArticleGarmin Forerunner 310XT Waterproof GPS Watch Review
The Garmin Vivoactive recently replaced the 310XT as Garmin’s waterproof wearable. For years, we have extolled the virtues of the Garmin Forerunner GPS watches for training and racing. Now, we finally...
View ArticleBlue Seventy Helix Wetsuit Review
The Blue Seventy Helix has for years been one of our favorite triathlon wetsuits on the market, at any price range. We try to be as impartial as possible but we know a great wetsuit when we see it,...
View ArticleBlue Seventy Wetsuit Brand Review
The Blue Seventy (branded as “blueseventy”) brand of wetsuits and swimwear began life in New Zealand in 1993, and quickly rose to become a preferred wetsuit for Ironman competitors and other...
View ArticleBest Entry Level Triathlon Wetsuits
There was a time when the only way for beginner triathletes to have access to good triathlon wetsuits was to rent. It was just too hard to justify the purchase of a $500 suit if you weren’t planning...
View ArticleOrca Sonar Review
The Sonar is Orca’s best-selling mid range suit. It’s a great “value” suit – moderately priced but jam packed with features – many of which were on Orca’s top-of-the-line wetsuits just a year or two...
View ArticleBlue Seventy Reaction Wetsuit Review
Blue Seventy has been making some of our favorite wetsuits lately. The Blue Seventy Helix is perhaps our favorite on the market, and the entire lineup is well thought-out and made with top...
View ArticleAqua Sphere Pursuit Wetsuit Review
Aqua Sphere has been making top-of-the line wetsuits for triathletes for years. They have various different styles, designs, and prices. Aqua Sphere makes one of the best triathlete wetsuits available...
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