to make the most of their training. This high-end ergotrainer, which can be used stand-alone, is equipped with a powerful engine brake so you can perform extremely hard workouts. It is possible to generate more than 1,000 watts at a low pedalling frequency

lakes, your wetsuit should keep you warm, buoyant and streamlined, making you faster and more efficient in the water. If you can spend between £120-£270 on your first wetsuit you'll be able to choose from a great selection of suits targeted at slower

If your goal is to set a new triathlon personal best, consider purchasing a time-trial bike. These midrange models mix value and performance, and are all but guaranteed to improve your bike split. They offer aerodynamic carbon-fibre frames, reliable

and then the training hours - newcomers typically train 10 times longer than they spend actually racing in a season - and you may begin to get the queasy feeling that you're involved in a sport that's going to have you digging very deep into your pockets.It doesn't have

to enter open-water events in the UK, you'll almost certainly need a wetsuit.  For standard-distance events (1.5K swim, 40K bike, 10K run), they are compulsory in water temperature below 14˚C and optional up to 22˚C. Some events, such as the London

tri companies put together a package of tri essentials - which includes a top-quality bike - that can save you a lot of money.SBR Sports is offering an £829 starter package, comprising a Trek 1.2 Road Bike (£550), Orca Equip Trithalon Wetsuit (£150

Championships in Kona. Here's the low-down on this multisport beauty.What it is? A three-in-one multisport GPS watch that'll monitor your pace across all three triathlon disciplines. Perfect for both training and racing, the watch will be available from mid

stroke. Zoggs and Speedo are good brands to look for when selecting swim kit, and you can pick up paddles and floats from as little as £10.   Essential?Training tools aren't essential for swimming, and some argue you're better off spending your time

bracket, back of the fork crown and so on for gunk. Clean it, then if you spot any cracks, dents or rust, seek professional help from your local bike shop. If you plan to... ride the turbo trainerRemember to wipe the sweat off your bike after each turbo-training

-building low-cadence sessions or technique-building high-cadence sessions, bringing more variety and purpose to your training. So, for as little as £9.99 you've no excuse.Ciclosport CM 2.1, £19.99The Ciclosport CM 2.1 is the epitome of simplicity. Because