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Triathlon Era
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By
Fiona
First triathlon? Me too! Here’s a beginners guide to everything I found useful so far and as inexpensive as possible
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Trisuits + Fuel
Swim
Bike
Run
Trisuits + Fuel
BEGINNER FRIENDLY! $100 or less
Good compression, back zip + a pocket!! My preferred choice for race day
Women's Sleeveless Triathlon Suit Padded
Cute designs + back pocket for gels!
SLS3 Women's Pro One Piece Triathlon Suit
Same preferred brand but with sleeves!
Santic Women's Short Sleeve Triathlon Suit
Lots of design options + extended sizes!!
Sparx Women Triathlon Suit Tri Short
Real food in gel form! These taste great!!
Boom Nutrition Carb Boom Energy Gel 24 Pack
Another tasty option! The apple tastes like applesauce and berry is caffeinated!
BPN Go Gel Endurance 24g Carb Apple Cinnamon
Carb + Elecrolytes for on the bike!! (Keeps ya going for the run!)
Tailwind Endurance Fuel, Electrolyte Mix, Berry
The beeeest tasting recovery drink! (Except strawberries and cream)
Skratch Labs Post Workout Recovery Drink Mix Chocolate 21.2oz
For storing my phone + gels
SPIbelt
Easy inexpensive way to attach your bib to your belt!
SPIbelt Race Bib Toggles, Black, 2 Pairs
Swim
TYR - the most durable brand, been using since I was a baby swimmer and designs have gotten sooo cute!!
Women's Swimsuits, Triathalon Gear, Activewear, Sportswear & More
THE BEST FIT! And last an entire swim season+
Women's Bikini Swimwear - Sport Bikinis & Workout Swimsuits
Cute training suit!! Love the tie back on these
JOLYN SWIM SUIT
Workout Bikinis = Better Tan Lines
Bikini Swimsuit | Two Piece Swimwear
Quite literally the only goggles I use
Vanquisher Goggles | 2.0 & EV Mirrored ...
Important to protect your hair!!
Swim Caps
Post-race for a quick transition!
Nike Quick-Dry Swim Towel
REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN! Protect your skin and our oceans
Daily Organic Sunscreen for Face & Body
My fave towels for a chill swim
Beach Towels & Blankets- 10% Donated to Protect Oceans
Bike
Multi-Use for your first triathlon/sprint distance! Can also find great bikes second hand :)
Cannondale Quick | Hybrid Bikes
More affordable helmet option, my first one!!
OutdoorMaster MIPS Bike Helmet for Adults
another bike option, but I would 100% recommend taking this to a bike shop to get it set up properly!
700c Ozark Trail G.1 Explorer Drop Bar Gravel Bike, Medium Frame, Fits Riders 5'5" - 5'10", Green, Adult - Walmart.com
Protection for your noggin! These are breathable and fit a ponytail!
Align II Bike Helmet
Super bright, makes me feel comfortable riding early morning/evening
Zewdov USB Rechargeable Front & Back Bike Lights
Learning how to fix a flat is a cycling rite of passage - be prepared! :’)
Bike Repair Kit
Use this to keep my bike tools in! More compact and secure - just cut off the extra Velcro!
Bike Frame Storage Bag, Water Resistant
I did not know bikes don’t already come with these!! Have them installed by your local bike shop (LBS)
USHAKE MTB Bike Alloy Water Bottle Cages (2 Pack)
The gold standard of water bottles + easy to clean!!
CamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Bike Bottle 24oz
Bike shorts make a biiiiiig difference!
Heathyoga Womens 4D Padded Bike Shorts with Pockets
The girlies rave over these ones!
best cycling sunglasses
Another affordable option!
ROCKBROS Photochromic UV Sports Sunglasses
Run
My go to hat for summer running: lightweight, actually catches sweat, can wear with EVERY hair style
Brooks Chaser Hat - Women
My top 3 in a sports bra: Super soft + cute + secure
UNISSU Hugcurve Detachable Strap Sports Bra
And matching shorts of course! (No front seam here!!)
UNISSU Hugcurve High Waisted Workout Biker Shorts
Tried and true running socks! 0 blisters, 100% of the time
Feetures Elite Light Cushion Quarter Socks
Cute shoes make you run faster
Nike Vomero 18 Women's Road Running Shoes
Light weight yet cushioned for faster workouts or races!
HOKA ONE ONE® Mach 6 for Women
