Read my expert advice before buying ‘stiff and light’ triathlon bike shoes
From testing a dozen pairs of cycling shoes, I’ve learnt that features and fit should come first.

What retirement looks like for Alistair Brownlee
James Witts catches up with the inspirational, recent-retiree Ali Brownlee to find out what’s on the cards next…

The best swim robes: 13 options to keep you warm and dry
Swimming outdoors and need a decent changing robe to keep you warm and dry? Here are some of the best on the market…

Best triathlon wetsuits for all budgets in 2025
Need a new triathlon wetsuit to help you swim faster? Here are the best triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts

Latest news
How to watch the World Triathlon Championship Series Hamburg
The 2025 World Triathlon Championship Series continues on 12-13 July in Hamburg, Germany. Here’s everything you need to know to catch all the action…

How to watch Supertri League Toronto
The 2025 Supertri League starts on 26 July in Toronto, Canada. Here’s everything you need to know about the event, who’s racing, and how you can watch the action…

How to watch Challenge Roth
The 2025 edition of this legendary Bavarian long-distance race is set to be another classic. Here’s everything you need to know and how to watch…

IT drama, full gas racing and Beaugrand’s revenge: behind the scenes at Supertri E
There is always a frisson of excitement on race morning, especially in the Supertri E arena, but it was nearly over before it started in London as an internet outage at the Aquatics Centre led to a 2h30 delay before the action got underway.

Sam Long: Background, career highlights, quotes
Sam Long didn’t take a conventional route into triathlon, but he’s been making waves ever since. Here’s his story so far

Lucy Charles-Barclay: Background, career highlights, quotes
Lucy Charles-Barclay is one of triathlon’s greatest all-round athletes. Here’s everything you need to know about the British sporting star…

Forget fancy carbon wheels, tri bars deliver the most speed for your spend
Aero bars may not be the most glamorous cycling component, but they’re fast and versatile

I completed a half Ironman in Valencia and it was absolute bliss
For Sarah Broadley, racing is a way to experience the world. But how would Ironman 70.3 Valencia feel in the early-season heat?

Training plans
Free 6-month Ironman training plan that’s simple to use
With bricks, race efforts, open-water swims and tapering, this 6-month Ironman training plan will take you up to your big Ironman race day in top condition.

Free half-Ironman training plans
Moving up to a middle-distance triathlon and want some help with your training? Here’s all the advice you need plus three free training plans…

Free triathlon training plans for beginners
Choose from a selection of beginner-friendly triathlon training plans to prep for racing and build fitness in the off-season.

Free 8-week sprint triathlon training plan
Racing a sprint-distance tri this season? Then you need our expert advice and eight-week sprint triathlon training plan to help guide you to the finish line

Free 8-week supersprint triathlon training plan
Want to try triathlon but don’t know how to start training? This eight-week super-sprint training plan will ease you in and before long you will be addicted to the sport

How to build your own triathlon training plan
A coach is a great investment, but you can also create your own programme if armed with the right tools. Here’s how…

Reviews
Tri-Fit Vanguard tri-suit review
We put the new Tri-Fit Vanguard tri-suit to the test to see whether affordability and quality can really go hand in hand.

On Cloudsurfer Next review

Castelli Core Tri Suit review
It’s pretty rare for a budget tri-suit to score 90% in testing. Here’s how the Castelli Core breaks the mould and why you should care.

Kask Elemento helmet review
The Kask Elemento attempts to combine ventilation and aerodynamics into one package, but does it succeed? Let’s find out…

Cube Aerium C:68X SLT review
If it’s good enough for Lucy Charles-Barclay, then it’s good enough for age-groupers, right? Bike tester Jack Sexty takes to the roads to find out…

Zone3 Activate+ Short Sleeve tri-suit review
The Zone3 Activate+ Short Sleeve delivers standout style and race-day performance at an accessible price. With eco-friendly materials and smart design touches, it’s a solid pick for sprint and Olympic-distance triathletes.

All-time best 22 tri-suits reviewed for men and women
Need a new triathlon suit? Here’s a comprehensive guide to 22 of the best tri-suits on the market for men and women – sleeved, sleeveless and Ironman – all independently reviewed by our experts.

Scott Cadence Plus helmet review
Has Scott created the perfect aero road helmet in the Cadence Plus? We take it into the wind tunnel and onto the roads to find out…

Garmin Epix Gen 2 review
The future’s bright, the future’s… an AMOLED display, right? Helen Webster finds out as she reviews the second-generation Garmin Epix

Latest gear
Training advice
Free 6-month Ironman 70.3 training plan
Plot your sessions now with our downloadable six-month 70.3 triathlon training plan from coach Dermott Hayes.

The toughest Ironman-distance triathlons ever
Make no mistake, all 14 of these Ironman-distance triathlons are tough and not for the faint-hearted, but which is the toughest long-distance triathlon of all? We crunch some stats to find out our toughest iron …

Are max cushioned shoes making us lazy runners?
Do maximalist running shoes make running easier, or do they weaken foot and leg muscles by removing natural effort?

Free 12-week half-Ironman training plan
Want to master the middle-distance triathlon, commonly known as the 70.3 or half-Ironman? Dermott Hayes has a 70.3 training plan that’ll help ensure you’re race ready…

Free triathlon training plans to get you in peak shape for all distances and disciplines
Whether you’re targeting your first novice race or an Ironman personal best, we’ve got a triathlon training plan to suit you. Not only that, but they are written by some of the best coaches and athletes in triathlon – and free to download!
