First item on the list is a replacement but also an upgrade -
Waterproof Ipod!
I had the little waterproof box that you placed your ipod in but the headphones that were attached shorted out quickly. I blame the chlorine even though I rinsed it at every use. Sometimes music is a great motivation when you don't exactly feel like getting in the water.
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Tri Cycling Shoes
Okay so this is probably more embarrassing for me than anything but I have owned one pair of cycling shoes which I have only used in cycling classes and I only used them a couple times (They didn't fit right). Over the past 6 years I have done over a dozen races and trained to my hearts content and I have done that in a good old pair of sneakers. Time to up my game and get into a good pair of triathlon cycling shoes. I've done a bit of research and I have narrowed it down to three choices.
Louis Garneau TRI X-speed - There are not a lot of reviews on this shoe and the ones I was able to find just stated they were a great cycle shoe. I have read that they have a larger toe box.
Price: $95 - $120
Specialized Trivent - Reviews share that they have great ventilation....Maybe too much ventilation from the looks of it. It looks like it would be easy to get on and off as well. Downside is they run a bit narrow. I will try on the men's as well if the women's fit too narrow.
Price: $100
Shimano TR-31 - There are very few reviews on this one but the toe box is suppose to be wider which is what I need. The men's version has great reviews so I figure it is worth trying it on.
Price: $150 - $200
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Trisuits
One piece or two piece?.....that is the question
I have raced in a one piece but is has worn out and I am also stepping up the mileage from a sprint to an Olympic distance so fit and comfort are extremely important. The draw back I found with the one piece is that I always have to pee but taking the one piece off during a race really feels like it impacts my time. You are fatigued and trying to pull off a wet, tight fitting suit is exhausting. The draw back of a two piece is that most shorts ride up so I am constantly pulling them down. The top is usually snug as well causing it too roll up as you ride/run. So I have to wonder if there is even such a two piece suit out there? Of course I have done a bit of research and it looks like SOAS racing is specifically for women (double points I'd say). The top wider at the bottom to avoid the roll up. I would really like to find out who carry's these so I can try out the fit.
So to add to my wish list I have included this cute little number -
http://www.soasracing.com/
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Running Shoes
So this is probably the most difficult to find the best fit. I have in the past suffered from plantar fasciitis with my right foot, I have a bunnon on my left foot. I feet are not narrow but also are not wide.
There are a ton of reviews about every different kind of specialized triathlon running shoe that it I have finally decided I just need to go try a few on and see how they feel.
The first shoe on the list is the Pearl iZUMi Women's Iso - I really am not a fan of the colors but the overall reviews suggest that it may be a good fit even for someone who may have problem feet.
Price: $90 - $120
Color Options - Not a fan
The second shoe is Brooks t7 racer - The color is perfect but I'm not sure if the toe box will be large enough. The overall reviews suggest that this also may be a good option. Chrissie Wellington wore these so we will see! :o) Oh, and I love to price point.
Price: $85
Color options: Perfect!!!
Any thoughts or opinions on the best gear that has worked for you on your swim, cycle, and running?
