Book review: Natural Born Heroes by Christopher McDougall
He’s the author of one of the most acclaimed running books of all time – so is Christopher McDougall’s follow-up to the brilliant ‘Born to Run’ a repeat success?
Gear
More triathlon gear tests than any other website. EXPERT REVIEWS of the latest and best tri kit, including bikes, running shoes, wetsuits and clothing.
What should triathletes look for when buying a mountain bike?
26, 29 or 650b? Alloy, carbon or Ti? Hardtail? What triathletes should look for when buying their off-road ride…
Rotor INpower 3D+
We tested this axle-based power system that won’t break the bank compared to others on the market
Review: Endura Xtract helmet
This lid includes a light at the back for additional visibility on the road. Did it leave us dazzled?
Specialized S-Works Tarmac with disc brakes – review
How will the top-of-the-range disc version of the Specialized Tarmac fare with our reviewer?
Review: ‘Strength Training For Triathletes’ by Patrick Hagerman
Strength workouts should be part of a triathlete’s training plan year-round – but does this book give you strong advice?
Adidas Climachill Jersey Review
This summer jersey from Adidas is designed to conduct heat away from the skin – but will our reviewer think it’s cool?
Scott Plasma 5 Team Issue triathlon bike review
Will Scott’s flagship tri bike and its Kona-winning credentials impress our reviewer?
On Cloudcruiser running shoes review
Mile munchers with a clever design, but not without some minor irritations
Swimovate Poolmate 2 review
Now with added open-water mode, this sets the new standard for swim watches
NutritionX Xplode Shot review
Equivalent to a quadruple espresso, but can it boost mental energy and endurance?
Madison Flux Superlight bike jacket review
We put this tough high-vis jacket to the test during some seriously soggy MTB sessions…
13 Intuition Alpha road bike review
Aesthetically pleasing, climbs well and a comfortable ride. Not quite the quickest ride you can get at this price though
FFWD DT240 bike wheels review
We test the Dutch wheel builder’s F6R/F9R pairing of full-carbon clinchers
Huub Nations t-shirt – first look
Heading to Chicago or Hawaii? Here’s how to show your racing heritage with pride
Triathlon! by Matt Baird
New book from 220’s Features Ed celebrates the triathletes, races and gear of triathlon
Brooks PureGrit 4 running shoes review
Evolution rather than revolution for these superb off-road runners
X-Bionic The Trick running shorts review
Work a treat thanks to ‘Thorny Devil’ technology, but could do with a drawstring
TomTom Spark GPS Fitness Watch totes integrated music player
Stop strapping a phone to your arm and start beaming those energising tunes wirelessly from your wrist
Jabra Sport Pulse headphones review
Heart rate monitoring, in-ear feedback and impressive sound quality – but some accuracy issues linger
TYR Mirrored Swim Shades review
They look the business, but can they also provide the comfort and performance our tester expects?
