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We look over stuff that has made us gush with excitement.

Wetsuit Review 2013: Orca 3.8

Wetsuit Review 2013: Orca 3.8

Initial impression Orca makes reliable, classic, fast suits and the 3.8 is no different. With a clean design and simple white and orange logo font, this suit looks sharp. Features Buoyancy I immediately felt the difference in buoyancy between this and other Orca suits I have tried. The Exo-Cell buoy

Wetsuit Review 2013: Nineteen Rogue

Wetsuit Review 2013: Nineteen Rogue

  Initial impression The blue zebra like patterns against the black of the body is extremely eye catching. You will stand out on the start line at your next event, but not in an over the top 'bling' kind of way. No fancy packaging came with this one, it is truly all about the suit, [&he

Review: HUUB Aura 2013 Wetsuit

Review: HUUB Aura 2013 Wetsuit

Initial impression The HUUB Aura comes in a sharp (but not over the top) black box. The design is clean with purple and white highlighting. It is clear that HUUB have created a suit that is about function as opposed to bling. Features Buoyancy The Aura has gone for less rather than more in regards [

Review: Blueseventy Reaction 2013 Wetsuit

Review: Blueseventy Reaction 2013 Wetsuit

Initial impression Pink can be hard to pull off but Blueseventy has nailed it for the girls. Subtle hot pink stripes contrast well with the black suit. This wetsuit looks like what we would expect from Blueseventy sharp and cool, without excessive branding. Guys, your Reaction equivalent has the cla

Review: Speedo Tri Elite 2013 Wetsuit

Review: Speedo Tri Elite 2013 Wetsuit

Initial impression I was like a child unwrapping a Christmas present when I received this wetsuit. I have heard a lot about it and it has some really interesting features that I have been keen to look at. The black, silver and green suit looks sharp. My eyes were immediately drawn to the unique arm

Review: 2XU Project X:2 2013 Wetsuit

Review: 2XU Project X:2 2013 Wetsuit

Initial impression The gold and black stand out. Immediately your attention is drawn to the panels on the front of the suit and on the forearm. First impression this suit pulls off looking super cool. Features Buoyancy Buoyancy is a dominant feature of the Project X:2. Being from a swimming backgrou

Triathlon Trends – Wheels, Tyres, Shoes, Seats

Triathlon Trends – Wheels, Tyres, Shoes, Seats

As triathlon technology evolves, wider wheel rims for aerodynamics, precise tire pressures, clincher tires, minimalist shoes with cushioning, and pronged saddles emerge as performance-boosting trends.