Best tow floats for open-water swimming
Tow floats are vital pieces of kit for open water swimming. Want to know why and which one to go for? Here’s our guide to everything you need to know…
Helen Webster
Garmin Forerunner 165 review
The Garmin Forerunner 165 is here. But is it worth buying? Our expert reviewer puts it to the test…
Go the Distance: The Key Ingredients That Can Fuel Athletic Energy and Recovery
Triathlon takes a lot of energy to train and race for – and all on top of a busy lifestyle for most age-groupers! Making sure you have the correct vitamins and minerals to support your training and recovery can make a huge difference though. Here’s what you need to know, courtesy of the experts at Revive Active…
Garmin Epix Gen 2 review
The future’s bright, the future’s… an AMOLED display, right? Helen Webster finds out as she reviews the second-generation Garmin Epix
Form Smart Swim 2 goggles review
The Form Smart Swim 2 goggles are here and they’ve had some major upgrades that could revolutionise swimming. Helen Webster puts them to the test
Lomo Vigour polarised goggles review
Coming in at a bargain £16.99, the Lomo Vigour polarised goggles are an attractive proposition. I tested them to see if the performance matched the price.
Aquasphere Defy.Ultra swim mask review
Aquasphere’s new Defy.Ultra swim mask adds a high-tech edge and superb clarity to wide-vision swimming. Read the full review.
Zone3 Vapour goggles review
With several lens and colour options to choose from, is there a pair of Zone3 Vapour goggles to suit you?
New women’s Ironman record set by Laura Philipp in Hamburg
Women’s Ironman record tumbles again as Laura Philipp wins in Hamburg, finishing in a phenomenal time of 8:03:13.
Zone3 Vanquish X wetsuit review
Does this suit, returning for another season, continue to have the X-factor? Editor Helen Webster finds out…
Zoggs Predator Polarized Ultra goggles review
There’s no doubt, the Predator range is a classic for triathletes. But where do the Zoggs Predator Polarized Ultra goggles fit into the range?
Huub Lurz goggles review
Named after one of the best-ever open water swimmers, can the Huub Lurz goggles live up to his reputation?
Gill Pursuit wetsuit review
Is this entry-level wetsuit a good buy for triathletes? Editor and open-water swimming coach Helen Webster finds out…
Speedo Biofuse 2.0 goggles review
With a choice of colours and lenses as well as a competitive price point, how do the Speedo Biofuse goggles 2.0 stack up for triathlon?
Best swimskins reviewed for racing in 2025
Planning to race in sunnier climes? If it’s too warm for a wetsuit, a swimskin can still shave plenty of seconds off your swim split. Jack Sexty and Helen Webster test 15 of the best swimskins
Swans Turbo Valkyrie goggles review
The new Swans Valkyrie are sleek and stylish. But how do they perform in open water?
Orca celebrate 30th anniversary with limited edition Apex 30 wetsuit
Hitting a major milestone this year, Orca celebrates its 30th anniversary with the launch of the limited edition Apex 30 which brings together three decades of experience and innovation
Huub Brownlee Agilis wetsuit review
This top-end suit with design input from the Brownlees is still going strong in 2023, but does it perform as well as ever? Editor Helen Webster finds out…
Best swimming watches to boost your performance in 2025
Our expert testers take a look at the best swimming watches on the market right now.
Don’t let swimmer’s ear disrupt your training
The more you can avoid common and uncomfortable ailments, the better your triathlon season will go. Here’s how to dodge swimmer’s ear…
TheMagic5 swim goggles review
Do the custom-designed TheMagic5 swim goggles deliver the perfect fit? Swim coach and 220 Triathlon editor Helen Webster finds out…
How to warm your cold body up after open-water swimming
It’s important to warm your body up safely after open-water swims. Here’s our step-by-step guide, plus some essential items of kit to help get you warm again
Orca Killa Comfort goggles review
The new Orca Killa Comfort goggles feature wide lenses and adjustable straps – are they the perfect choice for triathletes?
Ironman champ Chrissie Wellington to appear at event in Cornwall
The four time Kona Queen Chrissie Wellington will be appearing in an ‘evening with’ event at the St Austell arts centre later this month.
