Tri returned to the British Isles on Sunday 7 June with the Grandes Rocques Guernsey Triathlon super sprint. Unfolding over a 400m sea swim, 10km bike and 3km run, it will forever be known as the first live British triathlon event to be staged since lockdown started at the end of March. Advertisement As Club … Continue reading "Guernsey Tri Club hosts first social-distance tri since lockdown began"

Ironman have announced that it will add a fourth race in Italy in 2021 – the Ironman  70.3 Venice-Jesolo triathlon. The inaugural event will be held on May 2, 2021 and joins the three existing Ironman events in Italy –Ironman Italy,  Ironman 70.3 Italy, and Ironman  70.3 Sardegna. Located 18 km Northeast of its world-famous … Continue reading "Ironman announces new race in Italy’s 2021 calendar"

As mass gathering cancellations sweep through the 2020 race season, Castle Series is responding by hosting a virtual event for every physical event they have to cancel. Advertisement Their cancelled season opener at Lough Cutra Castle, Galway Ireland, saw the final leg of their Spring Virtual Series with Race 4, “Luck of The Irish” garnering … Continue reading "Don’t miss the Kentish Horse virtual event"

The problem with Ironman age-group world champion Ruth Astle returning to Hawaii as a neo pro is that by the standards of 2019, she’ll have to slum it. “We were supported better than 90% of the pros,” she told 220, describing the Zwift house that played host to the group of high-performing amateurs the online … Continue reading "Is smart-trainer racing here to stay?"

Huawei has attracted many unfavourable headlines in the UK of late because of security fears. Yet despite these concerns, GB’s government allowed the Chinese company to play a significant role in building the country’s 5G network. But let’s keep politics out of this, and focus on the brand’s next-generation smartwatch and its potential tri benefits. … Continue reading "Huawei GT2 sports watch review"

As the only piece on apparel that’s with you for every step of your race, the tri-suit is a fundamental piece of triathlon gear. Here’s our guide to the best tri-suits on the market, whether you’re racing sprint or Ironman, on a budget or looking for aerodynamic gains. Advertisement What is a tri-suit? A tri-suit … Continue reading "30 of the best tri-suits reviewed: short-sleeved, vested and Ironman"

We commonly talk about improving your running mechanics, but how often do we actually explain the biomechanics of your stride? Understanding the mechanics of running and how you use and transfer power to increase speed could be hugely beneficial to those wanting to increase their run speed and strength, as it will help you understand … Continue reading "Running biomechanics: What are the different stages of your run stride?"

Always Aim High Events have today announced that their Slateman and Sandman triathlons, duathlons and swims are to be moved from this September to new dates in 2021. Advertisement Snowdonia’s Slateman had already been moved from June to September 2020 and now will take place on 12-13 June 2021. The Sandman in Anglesey will move … Continue reading "Slateman and Sandman postponed"

Triathlons, marathons, and other endurance sports take a real toll on your muscles and joints and the marathon runner’s bundle from Physicool UK can help you deal with any aches and pains. Advertisement The combination of products in the bundle will help you handle injuries, pain, and swelling in your legs and feet. The bundle … Continue reading "Win a marathon runner’s care bundle worth £116"

You’ve bought a Wattbike!” a friend on Zoom shouted when they saw my new short-term loan during lockdown. Alas not, but the Echelon EX3 Max was certainly a quieter, healthier and more productive visitor than most entrants to my dining room. Advertisement While there are Wattbike comparisons, Echelon’s main rival is the £700 more Peloton … Continue reading "Echelon EX3 Max exercise bike review"