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Challenge Galway bike route revealed

180km single loop promises breathtaking Irish coastal scenery and joins the Wild Atlantic Way

9 June 2015 / 16:00 BST26 July 2022 / 10:48 BST

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Challenge Galway promises spectacular long-distance racing in the heart of Ireland

220 Triathlon is exclusive media partner of Challenge Family’s new flagship event for the Emerald Isle

8 June 2015 / 15:59 BST26 July 2022 / 10:48 BST

Challenge Galway promises spectacular long-distance racing in the heart of Ireland

Blog

Are polarised lenses for running must-have tech or an overrated gimmick?

When it comes to eyewear, you may have already heard the term ‘polarised’ being flung around the elite triathlon sphere – but what does the tech actually do and should you invest?

19 July 2025 / 12:15 BST18 July 2025 / 17:08 BST

Are polarised lenses for running must-have tech or an overrated gimmick?

News

The triathlon industry is trying to become more sustainable – but we can all do more

Making more stuff from recycled materials won’t make triathlon a green sport without other big changes

18 July 2025 / 16:00 BST17 July 2025 / 11:24 BST

The triathlon industry is trying to become more sustainable – but we can all do more

Training

Why you need to train in the heat

Lucy Charles-Barclay’s 2023 Ironman World Champs victory came off the back of training in artificial heat, but it’s something us mere mortals could try, as it has benefits in the cold, too. Here’s the thinking…

18 July 2025 / 08:50 BST

Bike shoes

Best triathlon bike shoes for racing in 2025

Aside from a good fit and a stiff sole, triathletes also need bike shoes that are easy to get on and off in a hurry. Our bike experts test 8 of the best triathlon bike shoes…

18 July 2025 / 08:49 BST18 July 2025 / 08:49 BST

Best triathlon bike shoes for racing in 2025

Transition Kit

Best wetsuit lubes to buy in 2025

Are sticky wetsuit removals and nasty rubs and chafes slowing you down? We’ve rounded up a list of the best wetsuit lube deals, so you can keep race day woes at bay

18 July 2025 / 08:48 BST

Training plans, Off-season Training

Free 4-week duathlon training plan: how to go from three sports to two

Thinking about racing duathlons in the autumn and winter? Then it’s time to switch focus to duathlon and race strong to the end of the year. Here’s a four week training plan to help you make the switchover from triathlon to duathlon.

17 July 2025 / 16:23 BST17 July 2025 / 16:23 BST