Beginner Series 3 - Gear and Equipment
In part 3 of the Beginner Series, we discuss all things gear and equipment. What gear do you need early on, what is nice to have but not essential, and what gear should you delay getting until you have a acquired some more triathlon experience?
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
- Essential swim, bike, run and race day gear for beginner triathletes
- Nice-to-have but non-essential gear in the aforementioned categories
- Upgrades for later on: gear and equipment to hold off on for a little bit, until you know you want to commit to triathlon
- Common mistakes related to gear and equipment
- The importance of correct sizing and fit of wetsuits, bikes and running shoes.
- How to save money (or avoid wasting money) on triathlon gear
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