The Mako is a well-constructed product, primarily offering warmth, buoyancy and durability. It uses pretty thick panels, and therefore what it gains in insulation it loses a little in flexibility across the shoulders and chest. That said, it wasn’t overly restrictive, and, as with most suits on test, offers a range of movement that wouldn’t […]
A very stylishly designed suit from a highly regarded manufacturer. The Equip is lightweight and flexible around the shoulders with a close-fitting, slimline cut – it would seem to suit athletes preferring salads to doughnuts if you get what we mean! High-friction forearm panels to increase purchase on the water during the pull phase are […]
The Sprint has a robust and high-quality feel, as you’d expect from one of the most established players in the market place (Blue Seventy used to be Ironman Wetsuits). It’s neither one of the lightest suits here nor does it sport any particularly ‘special’ features, but it still does a solid all-round job when it […]
The standout feature on the Fuzion is the fact that it’s made entirely from smooth skin Yamamoto neoprene, giving it a slight hydrodynamic edge over those that use uncoated rubber for some panels. It’s a relatively lightweight number and scored highly on shoulder flexibility. However, the test suit’s cut seemed very long in the body, […]
The updated Aussie-designed Quantum offers excellent flexibility all round, 100% smooth skin finish on the neoprene for maximum slipperiness in the water, and a snug, comfortable fit. The leg panels are extremely buoyant, which is a bonus for many triathletes whose heavy cycling legs need all the help they can get to stay near the […]
When you think Blue Seventy, chances are you first and foremost think ‘wetsuit’ rather than ‘goggles’. But the American company were the official goggle brand for 2008’s FINA 10km Marathon Swimming World Cup. Yep, they know a thing or two about the open water. The Hydra-Vision is a nice bit of kit; super-light and low-profile, […]
The brains behind some of the most innovative and award-winning goggles on the market have recently launched the Kayenne: a goggle with a low-drag frame that offers four-way vision (up and down as well as 180° to the sides). The extra visibility is a great bonus for open-water swimming, where you’ll want to be able […]
TYR’s tri-specific offering is the Arc 180 mask, for those who prefer extra protection and heightened visibility. And because of the Arc 180’s relatively small build and light weight, it’s suitable for both adults and juniors. We tested the clear, but it also comes in a choice of smoke, blue and pink lenses, which are […]
The Nest Pro, whose looks are inspired by the Bird’s Nest stadium in Beijing, was launched last year. While there’s no promising they’ll turn you into a Phelps or an Adlington, these goggles will certainly rest comfortably and remain water-tight in the wet stuff. The lenses offer wide peripheral vision, are great for both training […]
White is where it’s at for 2009, with everything from sports cars to (inexplicably) mountain bike frames appearing in this most impractical of shades. Zoggs has picked up on the trend with this limited-edition version of their hugely popular Predator goggle, as worn by Olympic Champ Jan Frodeno and World Champ Daniel Unger. The brand’s […]
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