Training & Race Day
Transition tips, race-day checklists, sizing guides, and head-to-head gear comparisons.
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Best Sunglasses for Triathlon (Bike and Run) in 2026
We ranked five sunglasses for the bike and run, covering photochromic lenses, fog resistance after the swim, helmet fit, and budget versus premium.
Read the guideBest Race Belts and Elastic Laces for Fast Triathlon Transitions in 2026
Race belts and elastic laces are the cheapest speed you can buy. Our ranked picks for gel loops, lace tension, and sockless running in T1 and T2.
Read the guideBest Triathlon Transition Bags and Backpacks in 2026
Six triathlon transition bags and backpacks compared on wet/dry separation, helmet protection, capacity for sprint to Ironman, and carry-on travel.
Read the guideTriathlon Transition Tips: How to Nail T1 and T2
Step-by-step T1 and T2 technique for triathlon — flying mounts, sockless running, helmet rules, and the drills that shave 60+ seconds without any fitness gain.
Read the guideBeginner Triathlon Gear Checklist: Everything You Need for Your First Race
A complete triathlon gear checklist for first-time racers — what you actually need for the swim, bike, and run, what you can skip, and what to spend money on.
Read the guideHow to Pack a Triathlon Transition Bag: Race-Day Strategy
How to pack your triathlon transition bag for fast T1 and T2, what to lay out in transition, and the checklist pros use to avoid forgetting critical gear.
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