Triathlon & Ultrarunning Gear Recommendations

Below is a list of swim/bike/run/recovery gear we use and recommend. These are practical and often the most economical products for those entering the sport. (We have no affiliation with these links or brands unless otherwise noted.) Any questions, we’re happy to help.

Swim Gear: 
Finis Agility Paddles - good for beginner swimmers
Synergy Hand Paddles for Swim Training - for advanced, stronger swimmers
Speedo Snorkel
Pull buoy (many pools have them available)
Finis Fins
Arena Cobra Ultra Mirror Swim Goggles - Jim’s favorite pool goggles
Aqua Sphere Kayenne Swim Goggles - men’s and women’s style, great for open water swimming/racing
TYR Big Mesh Mummy Backpack - a swim bag to carry your swim gear and dry it out

Wetsuits:
Roka - our favorite brand, excellent fit/performance

Triathlon Race Suits:
Castelli FREE SANREMO SUIT SHORT SLEEVE (men & women versions available)

Bike gear:
XLAB X-Large Rocket Pocket Bag - bento box for fuel/snacks. Critical for half/full (IRONMAN) triathletes

Saddle bag for tools, spare tubes and CO2 cartridges/inflator:
Topeak seat pack Aero Wedge Packs saddle bag - medium or large or;
Topeak Aero Wedge Pack Expandable Quick Release Clip-On 27.3-34.9mm Seatpost Bag (more secure than one above)

In your saddle bag, you will need the following:

• Tire lever: Pedro’s Tire Levers

• CO2 cartridges and cap:
  Genuine Innovations Innovations G20315 Microflate Nano CO2 Tire Inflator (this one comes with the cap)

• Extra cartridges: Innovations 16 Gram Threaded CO2 Cartridges for Bicycle Tires (6-Pack)

• Spare Bike tube(s) - check for proper sizes for your tire width and stem length

• Multitool

At home, you will want the following:

• Spare tires & tubes: ensure you’re getting the right type/size by using your tire specifications.
  Continental Grand Prix 5000s II Cycling Tire, Set of 2 Tires size 700 x 28 - this is our favorite training and racing tire

• Bike tools: Pro Bike Tool Allen Key, Hex Wrench, Ball End Set

• Chain lube: Rock N Roll 135816 Gold Chain Lubricant, 4-Ounce

• Bike cleaner: Simple Green Bike Cleaner/Degreaser - 24 oz. Trigger Bottle or Simple Green Cleaner, 20-Ounce

On your bike, we recommend:

• Water bottle cages and bottles (ideal to have 2 on your bike):
  Carbon Fiber Bicycle Bike Water Bottle Cage Holder

• Pedals:
  Look Cycle Keo & Look Cycle Keo Grip Road Cleat or
  Shimano Pedals & Shimano Cleats

• Garmin Varia - this is a radar unit and our favorite rear light. It will display cars approaching from the rear on your bike computer. While expensive, we believe this is a critical cycling item.

• ISM Saddles - most bike seats are horrific. This will save your a**.

• Cycling Kit (bike shorts/bibs & tops): Castelli or Assos

Bike electronics / computer:
Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor - for bike and run. Wrist HR monitors are not reliable during exercise.
Garmin 520 Bike Computer - Best value, functionality for triathletes / cyclists.
Stages Power Meter - A power meter will fundamentally change your relationship with your bike training and racing. OR Assioma Uno pedal power meter (you only need one-sided power).

Bike trainers:
Wahoo Snap
Wahoo Kickr
Or check DC Rainmaker’s latest trainer reviews.

Race Gear:
Race belt (for your race number)
Quick laces for running shoes