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Writing in late March, the birds are singing and there's blossom on the trees. But, I have to admit, I'm desperate for open water to start warming up! My local lake is still a chilly 7.8°C and it feels like this winter has been so much longer than us

A Clash Endurance race over 100km at the Miami Speedway and a middledistance Challenge event in Puerto Varas in Chile are unlikely to be career-defining races for elites trying to progress in the sport. But while there might not have been an M-Dot in

Norwegian brand Trimtex shot into the limelight with the help of tri superstar, Kristian Blummenfelt –helped in large part by the now infamous see-through tri-suit he wore to victory at the Tokyo Olympics. Now, you can get your hands on the latest it

Triathlon was a small part of Lucy's incredibly rich life. She was such a wonderful person and she meant so much to the local community. You wouldn't believe the number of people who have stepped forward and told us what she meant to them and how ins

STAR LETTER Got an opinion to share? Then email us at fao220 @220triathlon.com A week after returning from Taupo, New Zealand, and three after participating in the Ironman there, I was still nursing my legs and musing on how one maximises less-thanid

As the weather gets warmer, that means warmer water, and warmer water means only one thing – a return to open-water swimming (hurray!). Whetheryou love it or fear it, though, it's a simple fact that most triathlons are completed in open water, so it

For those just starting out in triathlon and looking to finish their first race, swimming in open water can be a big challenge. Unless you're a very successful pool swimmer, until you've successfully completed an open-water swim leg, your initial goa

Once you've successfully completed a tri or two, it's natural to want to take it to the next level and improve your performance. If you're comfortable in open water, feel free to focus on pushing the pace and competing against others. As the short-co

One of the joys of triathlon is learning to push farther and longer, accomplishing a task that once seemed impossible. So if you've already completed a handful of triathlons and their distance is no longer challenging, it maybe time to take a step up

Sebastian Kienle is a man in demand. When we reach out to set up this interview, his management –11-time ironman winner Ronnie Schildknecht, no less – asks us to email our questions so that “Sebi can answer them via voicemail”. It's not ideal for put

For those looking to successfully complete a 70.3 (1.9km) or Ironman (3.8km), the race distance itself is the challenge. For those looking to really finish these races strong, another level of fitness and skill is required. Compared to shorter races,

When you're juggling three sports it's imperative that you make every second count. Wich is where multisport watches come in. They're designed to feature metrics that help you train and race smature, whether you have four hours or 14hrs a week availb

£220 ▶ Has Hoka finally made a genuine carbon supershoe? The brand-spanking new Hoka Rocket X 2 is not so much a sequel as a complete transformation of the previous Rocket X release –considerably more expensive, slicker and brasher. It's likely it'll

Ultimately, this is the most important aspect of any multisport watch because, well, it's what makes your watch a multisport watch and not a fitness band. Metrics for swim, bike and run are, of course, essential. When it comes to the swim, the ideal

The Apple Watch Ultra is without doubt the finest smartwatch here. But does that make it the best watch for triathlon? Well, it's bulkier than previous Apple watches but remains the most stylish on test. At 49mm, the display is Apple's largest watch

AT A GLANCE GPS BATTERY LIFE UP TO 75HRS MULTISPORT MODE? YES SCREEN SIZE 33MM WATCH THICKNESS 14MM WEIGHT 53G 77% VERDICT Fine multisport watch, though is swimming against many rivals at this price point Coros has gained a foothold in the multisport

The Wahoo Elemnt Rival launched two years ago andisWahoo's sole foray into the world of triathlon watches. The key to this debut was usability. They stripped out features they deemed redundant to focus on ones that they deemed useful. After a long te

AT A GLANCE GPS BATTERY LIFE 57HRS173HRS WITH SOLAR) MULTISPORT MODE? YES SCREEN SIZE 33.02MM WATCH THICKNESS 14.SMM WEICHT 76G 91% VERDICT Hanl to think how Garmin could raise the nar any further As you'd expect for a smartwatch that's packed with t

£419 In the swim the Peak Pro records pool pace and distance; in open water, you're looking at distance only. It also records heart rate, but we remain unconvinced of the accuracy of this metric in water. On the bike, you're looking at the usuals of

We put so much time, effort and money into purchasing the right running shoes, yet often seem to ignore the value of picking the right socks. As with most products, a lot comes down to personal preference. For example, running socks that venture abov

The phrase ‘kid in a sweet shop’ comes to mind. Here at 220, we like to think we're rather above being distracted by shiny things after years of reviewing and testing kit. Interested only in the finer points of fabric technology, wind-tunnel testing

Freelance writer and former editor of 220 Triathlon magazine, James specialises in sports science and endurance training. is a nutritionist and keen amateur athlete. She's written three books on sports nutrition and founded Go Bites energy balls. Ben

MASTER CLASS TIME TRIAL IS A WONDERFULLY AFFORDABLE WAY TO BOOST YOUR TRIATHLON POWER – PLUS THEY'RE DAMN FUN, TOO! HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW… Time trial (TT) is known rather formidably as the ‘race of truth’. It's you and your willpower against t

“With time trial, you get to practise your tri race prep. You can wear your race kit and try your bike out in a competitive situation. That's invaluable as no matter how hard you train, it's impossible to work to the level you do in that competitive

Are you a fan of spicy foods? Well good news, as there's increasing evidence to show that certain spices may have a positive effect on sports performance. For example, studies have shown that consuming ginger can reduce muscle soreness and improve mo

» Building fitness postpartum Lauren is a certified advanced personal trainer and group exercise instructor, specialising in ante- and post-nataI fitness, mumfitwonder.com In almost all of my postnatal classes and sessions, women often ask me, ‘will

Here we go again, a fresh multisport season full of new hope, the promise of PBs and perhaps some new Lycra to boot. And, it seems, the mother of all duathlon wardrobe dilemmas. Do I run in my bike jacket? Wear a running jacket and switch into the bi

22 CLUMBER PARK DUATHLON • (R/20km B/2.5km R or lokm R/40km B/skm R). Clumber Park, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. trisodety.co.uk 23 WILMSLOW TRIATHLON (various dists). Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Wilmslow, Cheshire. opevents.co.uk RINGWOOD TRIATHLON (60

How's the weather where you are? I hope that a warm sun is shining on your bare knees asyou pedal serenely down country lanes, a gentle tailwind wafting you along and gently cooling your sweaty bumcheeks. Here, at the time of writing, I m wearing a t