Beginner Triathlete - Swim articles

Learn about the different styles of triathlon wetsuits, how to choose one and why it is beneficial to have one.

Here are the benefits to using a Tempo Trainer to help balance out your freestyle.

Kick your swim into hear with these tips to crush the swim.

Say goodbye to long, boring swim sets. We reviewed the waterproof iPod Shuffle by AudioFlood.

The TYR Crossblade’s are a great set of fins for the swimmer who is looking for a training fin for longer duration sets.

Provided one was proficient in setting up the different functions of the Lap Track, I think that a short-course triathlete would benefit most from this, since it only records splits up to 50 laps.

Your wetsuit is a substantial investment, and proper care will extend its life considerably.

After three triathlon seasons, I finally decided that I wanted to actually see well during the swim portion. My vision is not so great. I had to find better goggles.

Wetsuit guide for triathletes - manufacturers, sizing and maintenance.

The Elite wetsuit was redesigned four times before going to the market in order to maximize its benefits. Does all this speed come at the expense of comfort? I had to find out.

I was a bit skeptical since regular body wash and shampoos don't really seem to do the trick. But it really works!

Kevin Crossman of T3 Coaching reviews the Vasa Ergometer Swim Bench. Includes assembly, setup, features, warmup drills and some bonus time-trial footage.

We review the Halo Swim Trainer and how it can help the 'high elbow catch' part of your swim stroke along with your swimming tempo.

This suit is a mid temperature suit, well suited for a variety of temperatures. The price on this suit was on the higher side of the group tested, but the fit and performance is very good.

Looking to shave some time off and improve your swim efficiency during your races? We review the Rocket Skin Suit by Rocket Science Sports.