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1 week ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
A correctly fitted helmet will sit level on your head (Credit: Rob Slade) 220 Triathlon verdictA steep price, but a winning balance of comfort, speed, weight and ventilation.
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1 week ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit: Steve Sayers 220 Triathlon verdictA supple and hugely flexible suit, but leg sinkers should look elsewhere. Score: 80%ProsGreat flexibilityQuick to removeConsNot the warmestRuns smallZoggs impressed our reviewers in our sub-$500 / £400 wetsuit tests with their Predator Tour FS and Hypex Tour, and the major swimwear brand’s recent neoprene resurgence continues with the Hypex Pro FS (£470 / US pricing N/A).
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1 week ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit: Rob Slade 220 Triathlon verdictVersatile, decent ventilation and proven in the tunnel. No MIPS, however. Score: 86%ProsSolid results in our aero testingEffective ventilationConsNo MIPSBuild quality isn’t as good as some similarly priced optionsThe eagle-eyed pro cycling fans amongst you may have spotted the Nytron on the heads of the Team Bahrain Victorious WorldTour outfit, who have had input in the construction and aerodynamics of the aero road helmet.
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2 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Matt Baird
21 hours agoIn his latest video dispatch, our Mount Everest reporter discusses the living conditions found at the foot of the world’s highest peak In his latest video dispatch, Ben Ayers explains what day-to-day life is like at Mount Everest Base Camp during the spring climbing season. There are a plethora of …
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2 weeks ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit : Elliot Baird 220 Triathlon VerdictSlick, stylish, and good value. A winner for sprint, Olympic, and 70.3 racing. Score: 90%ProsHigh-quality materials and fitLong-distance comfortThoughtful featuresTop Italian outfit Castelli’s tri-suit range isn’t huge and they’re still a brand more associated with cycling than multisport, but with the Core Tri Suit, they now boast two of this decade’s great tri-suits.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryfile.com | Matt Baird
SQUIRREL_13211801Durable and breathable upper makes it a solid pick for dry summer hikes and rugged terrain. Firm, weighty midsole offers protection but lacks the cushioning and agility for fast trail runs. Moderate grip in wet conditions, falling short of alternatives like the Hoka Torrent 4 and Kinabalu Ultra RC.
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2 weeks ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit: Rob Slade 220 Triathlon verdictComfortable, stylish and well vented, but it’s hard to ignore that lofty price tag. Score: 70%ProsGreat ventilationStylish designConsNot the quickestNo sunglasses portDesigned in collaboration with the WorldTour INEOS Grenadiers Cycling Team, the Elemento aero road helmet takes inspiration from Kask’s current Protone Icon (which is 40g / 1.4oz lighter).
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2 weeks ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit : Elliot Baird 220 Triathlon VerdictWell-priced and well-made suit primed for short course racing. Score: 83%ProsAffordable with trickle-down techSecure and comfortable fitSustainable materialsConsLimited storage capacityMinimal paddingOur race-day supporters will certainly see you coming in the Activate+ Short Sleeve tri-suit from British brand Zone3, with its orange, sky blue and yellow colourway. Thankfully, the dark panel below the waist is more modest.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryfile.com | Matt Baird
SQUIRREL_13209747Lightweight and nimble (255g) with a 5mm drop and rocker midsole for fast, responsive trail runs. Excellent grip from 5mm lugs, ideal for varied terrain and summer hiking, though overkill for roads. Breathable vegan upper with 35% recycled content, but limited sizing and minimal toe protection. Durability weather resistanceWeight and responsivenessCheck availability at Hoka.com, SportsShoes.
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2 weeks ago | 
220triathlon.com | Matt Baird
Credit: Rob Slade 220 Triathlon verdictPricey, but a unique package with multi-season and racing appeal. Score: 86%ProsFantastic aero performanceExceptional comfort and adjustmentConsOn the pricey sideBit warm for hard efforts in summerAlistair Brownlee has regularly worn the Scott Cadence Plus during his later tri and gravel racing career, but there are also plenty of tri-friendly benefits of this aero road helmet for us age-group mere mortals.
