Triathlon Europe Swim Shop

Triathlon Europe

TRIATHLON SWIM TRAINING CHECKLIST:

Essential kit you will need for triathlon swim training sessions each week:

Swimsuit or trunks

Towel

Googles

Swim cap

Drink bottle

Pull Buoy

Ankle band

Fins

Kickboard (optional)

Hand paddles –

Finis Freestyler to develop correct hand entry and optimal catch

Finis Fulcrum to work on propulsive catch and power (use the size guide on the product page to identify which pair you will need S-XL)

Finis PT hand paddles to help consolidate using a high elbow catch, feel for the water and improving body rotation

Optional kit you will need during the Spring and Summer months as the triathlon season approaches:

Wetsuit or speedsuit for the group open water swim practice sessions

TRIATHLON RACE DAY CHECKLIST:

Pre-race

Swim

Wetsuit for sea, lake and river open water triathlon swims when the water temperature is below 22°C (1500m), 23°C (1501-3000m) or 24°C (30001-4000m)
2 pairs of goggles – mirrored or tinted to assist sighting the course during early morning triathlon swim starts, often into a rising sun!
Anti-fog goggle spray
Swim cap – use a spare swim cap to put on first, followed by your goggles, then the race issue swim cap over the top of the goggle straps. This strategy will ensure your goggles remain on your head and not get lost completely should you experience any ‘rough and tumble’ from the weather or water conditions or even your fellow competitors during a triathlon swim.
Bodyglide or wetsuit-friendly lubricant for your neck and any other body friction risk areas (Eg: armpits/ shoulders)
HRM*
Spare water/ energy drink bottle to sip on before the start

Bike