required Triathlon gear

Here's a generalized list of your basic triathlon gear that would allow you to train and prepare for your journey. 

1- Triathlon Suit: These suits have a small cycling pad that dries quickly after the swim, provides comfort on the bike (seat) and  used for running off the bike. You can choose between a one- or two-piece suit. You can start with riding shorts if you are on a budget, then you can upgrade to a full suit. 

2-Goggles: Any, as long as they fit. Our recommendation is two goggles, one for lighter conditions and a tinted one for bright, sunny days.

3-swim Cap: The cheapest item, but necessary for a smooth swim.

4-Wet-suit: Any wetsuit will provide extra buoyancy and insulate you from cold water. Triathlon-specific wetsuits offer even more freedom of movement while swimming. 

5- Swimsuit for women, jammers for men: For pool swimming.

6- Road Bike: Ditching your mountain bike in favor of skinny tires is one of the best ways to drop minutes off your time.  Clip-on pedals are a must and aerobars (if you buy a road bike Vs a Tri Bike) are an easy upgrade for extra comfort and speed.

7-Bike Shoes: Tri shoes are our recommendation rather than road-bike shoes. they are quick-action in transitions and lighter to put on and remove. Velcro straps are faster than laces and ratcheted straps.

8- Helmet: A mid- to upper-range road helmet is usually more aerodynamic and has more vents for comfort and built to protect your precious brain!

9-Smart trainer: Extremely important to build strength, understand how to sustain power, learn data and build bike fitness.

10. cycling glasses: you need the wrap-around that won't slip off while you're biking or running. They are needed for more than just the cool look: They protect your eyes from flying debris, bugs, insect bites, allergens, and dust! Plus they block UV rays and wind. We bet You didn't think of that, did you?

11- Running Shoes, shorts, shirt: (easiest of the bunch)

12- Nutrition Bottle: Housed in your bike to provide furling for your rides.

13- Cycling and running Nutrition: We will go over that in detail when you sign up.

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necessary knickknacks:

• Patch Kit, Tire Levers and Some races provide support on the bike course, some don't. Being able to fix a flat without waiting for a sag wagon can add some peace of mind.

• Cycling Gloves: They aren't necessary, but they can make the bike leg more comfortable.

• Socks: If you're concerned about blisters, take the time to put on socks for the bike and run.

• Race Number Belt: These elastic belts allow you attach your bib number around your waist for faster transitions.

• Lubricant: Petroleum jelly or products like body glide stops chafing and hot spots before they start. Especially good for longer races.

• Hat: For protection from the sun during the run.

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