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You could be quite easily mistaken for a character from Baywatch wearing this eye-catching red number, but don’t let that put you off. This is a good suit at a competitive price, which looks the part and performs well in the water. However, it might be worth trying it for size before deciding if it’s […]
This suit is not for those swimmers who like to blend in by the poolside. Its bright-green Hurricane design is ‘lively’, and in its packaging you’ll be inclined to keep it there… but once on it might actually surprise you. It looks particularly good in sunny conditions. It’s aimed at the performance swimmer, with a […]
The Boomerang, which is part of Zoggs’ performance swimwear range, is a simple, but stylish-looking suit. Like the Zoggs Sonic Back it’s fully lined through the front of the suit, so feels soft against the skin and is comfortable to wear. And it’s made from Dow XLA technology, which means it has both a high […]
Nike has never been a major player when it comes to swimwear, so it’s hardly surprising that when it does take the plunge, it does so by bringing some swanky, new technology to the pool. Although Nike has had swimsuits on the market for some time now, this latest one features their Dow XLA fibre, […]
Tyr says this is one of its best-selling suits – and it’s not hard to see why. It has a simple yet elegant and stylish look, which always makes for a good start. The ‘H-Back’-style straps have been designed to come wider up the chest and over the shoulders, which translates to extra support and […]
The Speedo Endurance Pulseback is a tried and tested favourite. Its resistance to chlorine is simply remarkable, and one of these suits could possibly last longer than your tri career. It’s quick drying and fits well, although doesn’t have as much stretch as other suits of the same size, so trying before you buy might […]
It’s hard to get excited about this suit: it looks a little dowdy and there’s no denying it’s just a plain and simple cossie. It’s part of Zoggs’ fitness range, so isn’t aimed at the top-level performance swimmer; rather it’s for those who enjoy going for a swim every now and then. Hence, it isn’t […]
North Face products are generally stylish and desirable, and the Thresher is no exception. The mesh panels and rip-stop material make it very lightweight and the waist/chest straps ensure a snug fit, virtually eliminating movement. The real winner on this product, though, is the use of a Nalgene pipe and bite valve system that employs […]
Hydrapak supplies the bladders for many manufacturers’ bladder packs and its own own Chute bag is one of the smallest and lightest around. Containing a 1.5L bladder and weighing in at 228g dry, there really is very little to it. With one simple zip pocket on the back and no waist or horizontal chest straps, […]
Karrimor’s philosophy is clearly to create a very minimalist and lightweight pack. Cue the mesh straps, thin insulation and limited storage. Unfortunately, the sleeve doesn’t hold the bladder in place tightly, and on downhill rides we found it kept riding up and hitting us on the back of the head. Continuing the negative theme, the […]
Nobody has a better reputation for computer reliability than Cateye, but visibility and versatility could be better. While the rack-and-pinion thumbwheel attachment strip is very clever, it’s a lot bulkier than zip ties and can’t cope with flat wing-style bars. The combined cadence and speed sensor makes for easy set-up and rear-wheel turbo compatibility. The […]
Sigma has always had a solid reputation for decent easy-to-use computers and this full-function squarehead is no exception. Paying nearly £100 gets you chrome sidestripes and crisp detailing all round, as well as a massive book of instructions. ‘O’ ring installation is easy and repeatable on different bikes without the need for extra zip ties. […]
This is a sleek, stylish and well-designed suit that could be worn for both training and racing a triathlon. It has been designed to mould to the athlete’s body in all three disciplines, and it does so brilliantly. It’s an extremely comfortable suit with low-profile seams throughout, to avoid chafing to the skin, and offers […]
The Pro range is basically Shimano’s set of accessories, and this computer was a joy to use. The head-unit twist locks into a thin, but perfectly secure stem- or bar-mount cradle that’ll flatten to fit onto wing bars. HR belt is a bit broad, stiff and basic, but it registered reliably from the first lick […]
Ciclosport has a big European presence and Lance Armstrong was a long-time user, but this computer needs several add-ons to compete on functions. Having to pay £32.99 extra for the heart-rate belt and £24.99 for the cadence sensor is the sting, especially as the software and USB stick that you need to work with the […]
If you want cutting-edge computing power then you have to look at Garmin’s latest GPS-enabled baby. First thing you’ll realise is that this is a big piece of kit even compared to the old 305. However, while it definitely takes up a lot of space on the bars, it sits on top of a stem […]
As you might expect from Assos, they’ve delivered a considered design on a well-finished garment. Although their offering still packs down sufficiently to allow easy pocket storage, the material is a little heavier than some other ‘lightweight’ jackets. The extra weight has gone into a more water-resistant material that does suffer on the breathability front. […]
We’re guessing the electronics designer for Blackburn has an impressive collection of Star Wars figures, but behind the retro styling there’s some decent stuff going on. Fitting comes second to cosmetics, though, as the big handlebar clamp only fits around section bars, and the steerer tube mount tends to rattle on the stem top. Despite […]
The Sugoi Helium is a very light jackets, weighing in at just 90g. There’s some nice reflective detailing, which when combined with the “super nova yellow” of our test sample has to make it one of the safest jackets to be out in. The jacket’s inherent light weight makes it very comfortable to wear and […]
Polar pretty much started the whole cardiac strap revolution. No surprise then that the soft strap ‘Wearlink’ coded HR belt is extremely comfortable and consistently in contact. The zip-tied head unit is easy to attach on flat or round bars or stems, and the bridge attachment makes fork fitting easy. Display and operation are easy […]
When considering what brand of jacket you’re going to spend your hard-earned cash on, Scott probably wouldn’t even be on your list. We suggest you rewrite that list and put Scott near the top. Scott has used a Gore-tex membrane to help separate you from the elements. The real beauty of this jacket, however, lies […]
This little square comp is basic, but what it does it does well. Head and transmitter mount simply and easily with ‘O rings’ that make initial fitting to either stem or bar, and subsequent switching between bikes, easy. Once you’ve knocked it out of the default German language setting, getting it going is easy and […]
The Velomann sounded promising but proved to be a very frustrating comp to use. On the plus side there was no trouble fitting the universal twin zip-tie bar/stem mount even to flat profile bars. And while it’s bulky, the combined cadence and speed sensor unit means you only have to fit one piece. One of […]
The Strada is a packable waterproof cape that offers reasonable breathability thanks to sound material choice and shoulder panel venting. Altura have added a number of reflective strips around the shoulders and waistband to keep you visible when the light begins to fade. Zip quality was good and also included a large pull cord that […]
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