220 Triathlon

6 days ago | 220triathlon.com | Helen Webster

Laura Phillip of Germany finishes first place at the Qatar Airways IRONMAN Hamburg European Championship on June 1, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany. (Photo by Jurij/Getty Images for IRONMAN) The reigning Ironman World Champion, Laura Philipp, has set a new Ironman best time in Hamburg at the first triathlon of the 2025 European season. Records fell as the reigning Iroman World Champion, Laura Philipp (DEU), clocked her second victory in Hamburg finishing in 8:03:13.

1 week ago | 220triathlon.com | Kate Milsom

Most triathletes will have heard of Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, but most won’t know exactly why it’s so popular. Here’s how the race came into being and what you can expect on race day. The brainchild of endurance pioneer Joe Oakes, Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon took shape after he competed in the second-ever Ironman in Hawaii in 1979. Two years later, the first Escape from Alcatraz was held as a private event for members of Oakes’ Dolphin Club.

1 week ago | 220triathlon.com | Matt Baird

Credit: Rob Slade 220 Triathlon verdictScore: 85%ProsFantastic value for moneyFit worked well for this testerConsNo MIPS or certification from the Virginia Tech instituteLimited ventilation for hilly or hot daysDecathlon’s in-house brand Van Rysel deserve plenty of credit for bringing a serious sub-£100 aero road helmet to the table with the Road Bike Helmet FCR.

1 week ago | 220triathlon.com | Helen Webster

220 Triathlon VerdictNot for serious swimmers or PBs, but good for casual water-users. Score: 73%ProsMore durable than a triathlon wetsuitPretty warmVersatileConsNon-swim specificSlow for swimmingThe Gill Pursuit Wetsuit is aimed at those wanting to enjoy the water for outdoor pursuits, whether that be stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or outdoor swimming.

1 week ago | 220triathlon.com | Kate Milsom

Credit: Josh Raper Are maximalist running shoes making us better runners, or weaker ones? They’re super comfy and absorb impact like it’s nobody’s business, but max cushioned shoes could actually be doing more harm than good.  There’s no denying that recent years have seen a boom in the popularity of cushioned running shoes.These days,both the seasoned pro and casual jogger can be seen sporting pairs of bouncy, chunky Hokas, New Balances, Nikes, and the like.