First Look: Inov-8 Tri-X-Treme 225 running shoes
Unisex running shoes with tri-specific features and a ‘full-length drainage system’
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.
Canyon Speedmax CF 9.0 Pro triathlon bike review
Razor-sharp handling, a tunnel-tested frame and genuine aesthetic appeal (for a tri bike), says our tester
Review: Giro Air Attack Shield bike helmet
Comfortable, if odd-looking, alternative to a classic TT helmet
Quintana Roo PRsix tri superbike
New elite-aero model can be assembled with just two allen keys, says US firm
Review: Mavic CXR80 T race wheels
Wonderful when you’re at speed, but we wouldn’t choose them for tricky, short-course races
TomTom Runner Cardio GPS sport watch
Integrated heart-rate monitor with five training zones added to Dutch firm’s 2014 range, with multisport version costing £279
Review: Greeper Sport laces
Still the leader of the triathlon pack, these laces will help you get feet into (and out of) running shoes quickly
Arena Carbon-Pro tri-suit
New carbon-lined race suit marks a dramatic return to tri for swimwear giants Arena
Review: Rolf Prima Ares 4 race wheels
Durable, light and fast wheels for all courses and conditions
Review: Reynolds 72/90 Aero race wheels
All the effort that has been put into these wheels has paid off. Simply excellent
How much buoyancy does your triathlon wetsuit need?
Your swimming style will dictate the thickness of your choice of suit, says Andy Blow
Review: Shimano Dura Ace C75 race wheels
With their recent price drop, it’s definitely worth considering these if you want to ride tubs
Cannondale CAAD8 6 Tiagra road bike review
Ideal as a do-it-all road bike for under £1k, but you might want to save up for better wheels
Profile Design TwentyFour bike wheels review
Fantastic price, and Profile are showing they can mix it with the big boys
Review: High5 4:1 Advanced Training energy bar
A high-carb, low-fat bar with added protein, good taste, texture and price
Review: Shimano R785 hydraulic disc brakes
Superb brakes. The future is probably disc-shaped, but they’re not really an option for triathletes just yet
Garmin Forerunner 910XT heart rate monitor
With lots of added features including GPS, an accelerometer and training stress score, this is still the triathlete’s HRM of choice
Polaris Bamboo TEC base layer
A good top with antibacterial credentials at an affordable price
Castelli Mortirolo Due cycling jacket
Pricey, but an excellent quality spring jacket from the Italian clothing giants
Five best bike helmets for triathletes – spring 2014
We round up our favourite lids of the moment, from the affordable to top-of-the-range aero
