Zygo Z2 swimming headphones review
Zygo has attempted to bring Spotify to swim sessions with its Z2 bone-conduction headphones. Does the streaming solution work?
Goggles
Zone3 Volare swim goggles review
A firm favourite among swimmers and triathletes, can the Zone3 Volare still cut it in 2025?
Tri-Fit Propel swim goggles review
The Propel are a new pair of swim goggles from Tri-Fit: how do they compare to the competition in the pool and open water?
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2025
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swim goggles. I’ve reviewed the best for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming.
Tri-fit Volt goggles review: I think these may be my new go-to goggles for training and racing
Ticking all the boxes is rare in a set of open-water swimming goggles. However Helen Webster found the new Volt design from Tri-fit an instant winner. Here’s why.
TheMagic5 swim goggles review
Do these custom-designed swim goggles deliver the perfect fit? Swim coach and 220 Triathlon editor Helen Webster finds out…
Open water goggles: How to choose the right lenses
Helen Webster explains the different tints and finishes of open water swimming goggles, and which you should choose for different conditions.
Swimming goggles: how to choose the right pair
A good pair of goggles features a multitude of attributes designed for a more comfortable, faster swim. Tom Waller shows you what to look for in the perfect pair…
Swimming goggles: how should they fit and how tight should they be?
They might be the cheapest bit of tri kit you will buy, but the wrong fit could ruin your chances race day. Here Helen Webster explains how a pair of swim goggles should fit, and how to tell if they’re too tight or not tight enough
Best kids’ swimming goggles to buy
Whether they’re racing in a gala, or simply splashing about, kit your kids out with a pair of good quality swimming goggles. Here’s some options to choose from…
What’s the difference between pool goggles and open-water goggles?
There are quite a few differences between pool and open-water goggles. Swim coach Helen Webster explains what to look for
Olympic swimmer helps The Magic5 design new limited edition goggles – and I tried them out
Think you have enough goggles? Well so did I… That is, until I found out The Magic5 were collaborating with an Olympian to bring out a new limited edition release.
Tri-Fit Rapid-X swimming goggles review: A 5-star option for pool and open water
The Rapix-X goggles may be Tri-Fit’s first attempt at swimming goggles, but the brand has got a lot right here. Our full review explains why…
Speedo Biofuse 2.0 goggles review
With a choice of colours and lenses as well as a competitive price point, how do the Speedo Biofuse goggles 2.0 stack up for triathlon?
Aquasphere Defy.Ultra swim mask review
Aquasphere’s new Defy.Ultra swim mask adds a high-tech edge and superb clarity to wide-vision swimming. Read the full review.
Huub Lurz goggles review
Named after one of the best-ever open water swimmers, can the Huub Lurz goggles live up to his reputation?
Zoggs Predator Polarized Ultra goggles review
There’s no doubt, the Predator range is a classic for triathletes. But where do the Zoggs Predator Polarized Ultra goggles fit into the range?
Swans Valkyrie goggles review
The new Swans Valkyrie are sleek and stylish. But how do they perform in open water?
Lomo Vigour polarised goggles review
Coming in at a bargain £16.99, the Lomo Vigour polarised goggles are an attractive proposition. I tested them to see if the performance matched the price.
Zone3 Vapour goggles review
With several lens and colour options to choose from, is there a pair of Zone3 Vapour goggles to suit you?
Orca Killa Comfort goggles review
The new Orca Killa Comfort goggles feature wide lenses and adjustable straps – are they the perfect choice for triathletes?
Form Smart Swim 2 goggles review
The Form Smart Swim 2 goggles are here and they’ve had some major upgrades that could revolutionise swimming. Helen Webster puts them to the test
How FORM’s smart goggles changed swim training forever
In a move that revolutionised swimming, FORM has created a set of goggles that created a whole new training and racing experience. With the help of founder Dan Eisenhardt and pro triathlete Lionel Sanders, we explore how and why…
How can a swim mask help in open water?
The unpredictable nature of open-water swimming is undoubtedly a thrill, but it can also be a challenge. We speak to Aquasphere about the innovative technology in its new swim mask, the DEFY.Ultra
