220 Triathlon

220 Triathlon is the UK’s No.1 selling Triathlon magazine and brings together all the finest elements of the world’s fastest growing sport in a visually stunning and practical format.

FROM THE EDITOR…

START • DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF TRI

ELECTION CONTROVERSY SULLIES TRIATHLON'S REPUTATION • World Triathlon has a new president, but allegations of a staged voting process have attracted criticism and raised a number of questions

“OVER 98% OF OUR INCOME GOES TO THE ATHLETES WE SUPPORT" • Fiona Carter set up CASS & Friends to help budding stars fuel their passion and quickly fell in love with tri…

VENTETE AH-1 HELMET • £350 Taking minimalism to a new level, the Ventete helmet has one key USP – it's inflatable and packs down to the size of a laptop. But do you need one?

HIGHER, FASTER AND STRONGER • LAPIERRE'S NEW XELIUS DRS IS THE BIKE THAT CASSANDRE BEAUGRAND RODE TO PARISIAN GLORY IN THIS SUMMER'S OLYMPIC GAMES

THE COMEBACK QUEEN • Twelve months ago, GB long-distance pro Nikki Bartlett thought her career was over. But now, having fulfilled a lifelong ambition at the 2024 Ironman Worlds, she's at the top of her game. We caught up with the fan favourite before she took a little trip to Taupo…

THE RETURN OF THE KINGS • Records plummeted, temperatures soared and dreams were realised and shattered in equal measure. Yes, it can only be the 2024 men's Ironman World Championship in Kona. Here we celebrate yet another triumphant day for the sport with our pick of the best pics…

GEAR OF THE YEAR 2024 • Whatever your level of ability, the right kit has the potential to make you faster, to help you train smarter and to allow you to better measure your performance. But what has impressed our test team over the last 12 months? With hours of kit testing completed, here's our pick of the top 21 buys for swim, bike and run…

THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS TRAINING • Keen to keep moving over the festive period? Here are the best 12 seasonal workouts and events that will keep you active. Santa hats (not) optional…

KIT ZONE • THE LATEST GEAR - TESTED BY EXPERTS

ON CLOUDSURFER NEXT

GROUPTEST: LONG-SLEEVE RUN TEES • When winter starts to bite, you'll need a good long- sleeve base layer for your runs. We've tested eight of the best for men and women to find the one for you…

GROUPTEST: CHANGING ROBES • Invaluable after winter training, a good changing robe is warm, waterproof and versatile. Which of these eight wins this year's best on test though?

GROUPTEST: SWIM JAMMERS • A durable pair of jammers (or two) are essential for swim training in the pool or open water. Which of these five are best for triathletes?

JACK'S OVERALL VERDICT

ESSENTIAL KIT • All you need to train & race, as rated by our 220 Kit Zone expert testers

HOW TO SWIM OUTDOORS ALL WINTER • FROSTY MORNINGS AND BALTIC WATER CAN MAKE FOR MAGICAL (AND BENEFICIAL!) OPEN-WATER SWIMS. HERE'S HOW TO DO THEM AND STAY SAFE

10 WAYS TO SWIM SAFELY IN THE COLD WATER • Cold water comes with benefits, but with risks. Here's how to look after yourself…

NUTRITION FIBRE-RICH RECIPES • Keep your energy stores topped up, your digestive system happy and reduce bloating with these four, fuller-for-longer recipes

THE BRIGHT Answer HOW TO STAY HEALTHY ALL WINTER • Unfortunately the winter months not only bring shorter days and colder weather but also the increased risk of illness. Here are a few tips to help you navigate this tricky time and build a good base of fitness for the summer season.

220 Triathlon

BACK IN THE GAME • With new organisers and a capacity field, the Bala Triathlon was back in 2024 hoping to rekindle past glories. Also aiming for redemption was 220's Matt Baird aboard his...