Gear focus: tri-suits have moved on loads... but could they be better?

In days gone by, winter riding was a stern test, as much because of the kit we had to wear as the weather we wore it in. Bibtights were akin to the wearing the lower half of a wetsuit with some fleece

For many swimmers, a new suit is chosen mainly on visual appeal and price point. As athletes training to compete, we’re a little different though. We need a suit that won’t impede our front crawl stro

It’s an age-old debate in the swimming world: the classic ‘budgie smuggler’ versus the more modern jammer. For some, the brief is the only way to go, a testament to tradition and a minimalist approach

The warmer months may be on the way out, but a decent pair of running shorts will always be a useful part of your kit bag – whether for gym sessions or for fast-paced sessions in the colder months whe

But why the sudden penchant for wearing oversized pointy helmets with no vents? Well, the UCI’s technical regulations don’t draw a distinction between ‘time trial’ and ‘aero road’ helmets, so enterpri

Profligate perspirer Duncan Craig wipes his brow and dives deep into the science of sweat to discover how savvy moisture management and strategic hydration can boost running performance