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CyclingHeart Rate Monitor Guide: Chest Strap vs Watch vs Arm Band
Compare chest straps, wrist watches and optical arm bands for accuracy, comfort, connectivity and use in running, cycling, swimming and triathlon.
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Beginner
Cycling Helmet Guide: Fit, Safety Standards and When to Replace It
Choose and fit a cycling helmet correctly, compare major safety standards and helmet types, and learn when impact, damage or...
Beginner
Tri Suit Guide: One-Piece vs Two-Piece, Fit and Race-Day Features
Compare one-piece and two-piece tri suits, understand fit, sleeves, chamois and pockets, and choose the right setup for your race...
Cycling
Smart Trainer Guide: Direct-Drive vs Wheel-On Trainers Explained
Learn the differences between wheel-on, direct-drive and smart-bike trainers, plus ERG mode, connectivity, accuracy and compatibility.
Cycling
Cycling Power Meter Guide: Pedals vs Cranks vs Spiders
Compare pedal, crank-arm and spider power meters, understand single- vs dual-sided measurement, and choose a system that fits your bike...
Beginner
Triathlon Goggles Guide: Fit, Lenses and Open-Water Visibility
Choose triathlon goggles by fit, lens tint, field of vision and open-water conditions, with practical anti-fog and race-day advice.
Beginner
Triathlon Wetsuit Guide: Fit, Thickness, Buoyancy and Buying Advice
Learn how a triathlon wetsuit should fit, how thickness and buoyancy affect your position, and what to check before buying...
Cycling
Best Bike Computers 2026: 8 GPS Picks Worth Buying
Compare the best bike computers of 2026 for road cycling and triathlon. We rank eight Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, COROS and...
Beginner
Best Running Shoes 2026
The best running shoes of 2026 for daily training, long runs, racing, stability and trails—ranked using lab data, specialist testing...
Gear
Best Garmin Watches for Triathlon 2026: 7 Top Picks
Compare the best Garmin watches for triathlon in 2026. The Forerunner 970 is our best overall pick, with cheaper, tougher...