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Triathlon
Gear: Dress for Success
What you wear on race day
can play a critical role in how well you perform. As
well as carrying accessories like anti-chaffing body
glide, energy gels and drinks, sunglasses and fuel packs,
you will want to invest in some essential gear to make
each leg of the race as comfortable as possible.
Triathlon
Gear: The Swim
Men
and Women’s Training Triathlon Clothing
For training sessions, both
men and women will want to purchase a snug-fitting competition
suit that will reduce drag and improve speed and efficiency
in the water. Women’s competition suits are one-piece
suits with high necklines and non-slip racer back straps.
Men’s suits are form-fitting spandex briefs.
Women’s
and Men’s Competition Triathlon Clothing
For competition, men and women
triathletes may want to invest in a tri-suit. Tri-suits
can be worn through all three events, as they are made
of quick-drying, moisture-wicking material. Tri-suits
come in one or two-piece suits. The sleeveless top is
snug-fitting, and the bottoms look like cycling shorts
and also feature a thin cycling chamois pad that will
keep you comfortable on the bike without hampering your
swimming or running performance.
Wetsuits:
Triathlon Gear for the Cold
For cold water trainings and
competitions, triathletes should purchase a wetsuit.
Wetsuits not only provide insulation, but make swimmers
more buoyant and aerodynamic in the water. Only wetsuits
designed for swimming can be used in triathlon competitions.
Accessory
Triathlon Gear for Swimming
- Goggles: Goggles come in a variety of styles. The most important
thing to keep in mind when choosing goggles is comfort.
For triathletes who mostly swim outside, purchase
goggles that offer 100% UV protection with tinted
lenses to cut glare.
- Swim Caps: In many triathlon races, a brightly-colored swim cap
will be provided to you by race officials. For training,
however, you will need to invest in one of your own.
Latex or silicone swim caps reduce drag, making you
more aerodynamic in the water.
Triathlon
Gear: The Cycle
Road
Bikes: Essential Triathlon Equipment for Cycling
Road bike frames can be made
of aluminum, titanium, carbon fiber, or alloy. Aluminum
and alloy frames are more affordable, though not as
lightweight as titanium or carbon fiber frames.
Cycling
Pedals and Shoes: A Matter of Choice in Triathlon Gear
Depending on your preference,
you should invest in either pedals with toe cages or
clipless pedals.
- Toe cages: Toe cages are pedals that feature a cage at the front
of the pedal, into which you slide the toe box of
your shoes. Toe cages keep your feet secure in the
pedals throughout the race and don’t require
specific shoes.
- Clipless pedals: Clipless pedals require cycling shoes with cleats
on the sole that snap into the pedal. Cycling shoes
are rigid, allowing riders to maximize speed and power.
Essential Cycling
Apparel and Triathlon Gear
- Helmets: Helmets are required triathlon gear for US-sponsored
triathlon events. Look for a helmet that is specific
to cycling and has adequate venting to allow better
airflow. Bike Shorts: Bike shorts are the most essential cycling garment.
Made from nylon or Lycra, bike shorts are moisture-wicking,
form-fitting to reduce chafing, and feature a padded
chamois for comfort on the bike.
- Cycling Jerseys: Cycling jerseys are made of fabric that wicks moisture
to keep you cool in hot weather and prevent you from
getting chills in cooler weather. Cycling jerseys
have a longer cut in back for more coverage during
riding.
Triathlon
Gear: The Run
Essential
Running Apparel and Triathlon Gear
- Shoes: Obviously, a good pair of running shoes is the most
important gear you will need for this leg of the race.
Consult the expert employees at a running-specific
sport store for shoes that will give you the best
fit.
- Running Apparel: Cotton is one of the worst materials to train and
compete in, as it absorbs moisture and becomes heavy.
Purchase triathlon clothing specific to running that is
made of moisture-wicking material, and socks that
are made of wool or a synthetic blend to prevent blistering.
By having the right triathlon
equipment for both your training and race day, you can swim,
run, and bike at your very best.
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