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NEW POOL REVIEW: Rengstorff Park Aquatic Center, Mountain View, CA. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
The new Rengstorff Park swimming pool in Mountain View, California Firstly $7 non-resident drop in entry fee. Just slightly more...

Martin Spierings
Apr 221 min read
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Where to Put Your Phone and Key Fob While Open Water Swimming
I take open water swim lessons and often get asked what I do with my valuables while I'm out in the ocean. While you can leave them on...

Martin Spierings
Apr 181 min read
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How to Pick the Perfect Swimming Goggle?
The Blueseventy NR2 Goggle in action When asked this question I usually respond "The one that fits your face best." You can pretty much...

Martin Spierings
Mar 132 min read
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What equipment do I need to train and race my first triathlon?
The purpose of this blog is to lay out the minimum equipment that you might need, in order to have a good experience at your first...

Martin Spierings
Mar 44 min read
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Triathlon cycling shoes for the clipped-in flying mount and dismount
Every Olympian does their transition this way and with a little practice and the right triathlon cycling shoe so can you.

Martin Spierings
Feb 231 min read
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Product Review: Tifosi Vogel XC Sunglasses
After previously reviewing the Tifosi Rail Race sunglasses ($79.99) I was sent the new Tifosi Vogel XC ($39.95) and found almost the...

Martin Spierings
Feb 102 min read
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What To Wear Winter Cycling
A guide to comfortable winter riding.

Martin Spierings
Dec 29, 20241 min read
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Review: FLYBIRD Quick Adjustable Dumbbell Weight Set | 25LBS
The FLYBIRD Quick Adjustable Dumbbell Weight Set solves both the problem of having multiple sets of dumbbells taking up space and expense.

Martin Spierings
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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Review: Flybird Adjustable Weight Bench (FB299)
A surprisingly affordable solution for a weight bench. It's compactness ensures it doesn't clutter up small spaces.

Martin Spierings
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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Sprint/Olympic Triathlon Race Equipment Checklist - A Minimalist Approach
Checklist on what to pack for your triathlon.

Martin Spierings
Oct 22, 20241 min read
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Product Review: Tifosi Rail Race Sunglasses
For triathletes, it's important to find sunglasses providing good coverage, a lightweight design that doesn't jump around on your face...

Martin Spierings
Sep 30, 20241 min read
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Crocs in "Sport Mode" Are Your Answer to a Triathlon with a Long, Rough Run to T1
Triathlons sometimes involve a long and rocky road from the edge of the water to your bike in the transition area (known as T1). Rather...

Martin Spierings
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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What's a FuelBelt for? No, seriously...
What you need to hydrate for training and racing

Martin Spierings
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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Best Open Water Swimming Lakes and Rivers Near Grand Rapids, Michigan
We review the best public areas to open water swim in preparation for open water swimming events or triathlons within driving distance of...

Martin Spierings
Jun 28, 20241 min read
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Rules To Not Annoy Your Triathlon Coach Using A GPS Watch/Strava
As a coach, I use Strava more and more to keep track of both the details and for an overview view of my athletes progress. Unfortunately...

Martin Spierings
Jun 25, 20245 min read
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How to Buy a Second Hand Road Bike for Triathlons
Get onto Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace or your favorite online selling website. I'd stay away from any specialist bike selling site

Martin Spierings
Jun 20, 20243 min read
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Lap and Coached Group Pool Swimming in Santa Cruz
We've compiled a list of pools and their availability for both doing your own lap swimming workout or finding a coached masters or adult...

Martin Spierings
Jun 6, 20243 min read
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TT Bike vs. Road Bike vs. Road Bike with Aerobars
Recently listened to the excellent podcast from Michael Liberzon on scientifictriathlon.com which addressed many common questions I get...

Martin Spierings
Jun 2, 20243 min read
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Will Wearing a Triathlon Racesuit During a Wetsuit Illegal Swim Slow Me Down?
As we get into summer and inland lakes and rivers start heating up, some races will pass the temperature requirement for wetsuits to be...

Martin Spierings
Jun 1, 20243 min read
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Career Pages of Endurance Sports Companies / Triathlon Brands
Triathletes dream of working for a company whose products they know and admire. I've collated a list of endurance sports companies

Martin Spierings
May 31, 20241 min read
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