Gear & Tech H20 Audio Ript Ultra Premium over-ear headphones - hanging with the Gym bros just got a little cooler for Triathletes H2O Audio’s debut over-ear Ript Ultra delivers thunderous bass and sweat-proof comfort but its $404 tag leaves it treading water against feature-richer Bose and Beats rivals. By David Deakin • 3 min read
Gear & Tech Review: H2O Audio Ript Lite Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Some Big Compromises The H2O Audio Ript Lite packs noise-cancelling and strong features for $169 AUD, but weak bass and problematic noise-cancelling hold it back from being a top contender. By David Deakin • 3 min read
How To Ironman 70.3 Geelong: My Insider's Guide to Conquering the Course Master the Ironman 70.3 Geelong course through a local's eyes before the world's best pros descend on Victoria for the 2025 Pro Series opener. By David Deakin • 7 min read
Gear & Tech eo SwimBETTER Review: The Data-Driven Coach That Never Yells Australian tech innovation eo SwimBETTER transforms swim training with precise hand-tracking paddles, delivering elite-level technique analysis that improved my pace by 12 seconds per 100m. By David Deakin • 7 min read
Gear & Tech Review: H2O Audio's Tri2 Lineup - Two Waterproof Headphones, One Deep Dive Worth Taking Hands-on (and heads-wet) review of H2O Audio's new Tri2 headphones reveals whether the Pro's extra features are worth swimming upstream for. By David Deakin • 7 min read
Always a pleasure having the family around. News & Racing From Setbacks to Worlds: One Failure at a Time Despite multiple race cancellations, injuries, and COVID bouts, persistence paid off with a last-minute World Championship qualification, proving every second counts in triathlon. By David Deakin • 6 min read
Gear & Tech Form 2 Smart Swimming Goggles Review: Game-Changing Features for Triathletes Innovative Form 2 goggles revolutionise swim training with integrated heart rate monitoring, TrainingPeaks integration and a 'swim straight' feature, elevating performance for us triathletes. By David Deakin • 4 min read
Gear & Tech Review: Jabra Elite 8 Active Headphones – A standout set of headphones for your Trilife and Worklife Jabra's Elite 8 headphones offer unmatched sound and comfort for triathletes and remote workers alike. By David Deakin • 4 min read
Adventures Noosa: An Age Group review David recounts Noosa's triathlon allure that didn't misstep with plenty on offer for everyone. By David Deakin • 2 min read
Lotte Wilms winning the 2022 Ironman 70.3 Geelong. Photo: Korupt Vision News & Racing Elite Female Set for Fierce Competition at Ironman 70.3 Melbourne Top female pros to clash at Melbourne's Ironman 70.3 this Sunday. By David Deakin • 2 min read
News & Racing Magnus Ditlev, Holder of Fastest Iron-Distance Record, Sets Sights on Ironman World Championships in Nice After a historic performance at Challenge Roth, Magnus Ditlev, initially an age grouper with no elite sports background, is gearing up for a strong showing at the Ironman World Championships in Nice. By David Deakin • 2 min read
News & Racing Late-Blooming Chevrot Primed for Career-Best in Nice With massive crowd support over a flat, fast marathon course, experienced Frenchman Denis Chevrot is poised to deliver a breakthrough top-10 or better finish at this weekend's Ironman World Championship. By David Deakin • 1 min read
News & Racing Lange Relishes New Test in Bid for 3rd Crown After an extensive and energetic buildup, former champion Patrick Lange heads into a hilly Ironman World Championship course in Nice eager to prove his versatility and claim a third title. By David Deakin • 1 min read
Joe Skipper wins 2020 Ironman NZ. Photo: KoruptVision News & Racing Joe Skipper's Ironman Worlds Preview: A Junkyard Dog's Chance Briton Joe Skipper believes his climbing and running strengths can power him to a breakthrough win at this weekend's hilly Ironman World Championships in Nice, France. By David Deakin • 2 min read
Photo by Jamie Street / Unsplash News & Racing Star-Studded Showdown in Nice For Inaugural Ironman World Title in France With the new course in Nice favoring versatile athletes, an all-star list of veterans like Jan Frodeno and Patrick Lange and rising stars like Magnus Ditlev and Sam Laidlow make for an exciting showdown as the top male contenders aim for the first-ever Ironman world championship in France. By David Deakin • 3 min read
News & Racing Previewing the All-New Course for the 2023 Ironman World Championship in Nice The move to Nice, France brings a hilly bike course with 10,000ft of climbing and technical descents along with a flat 4-loop run to the Ironman World Championship for the first time ever outside of Hawaii. By David Deakin • 4 min read
Nice fitting and looking goggles..for a price Gear & Tech Review: Magic5 Swimming Goggles - Superior Comfort at a Steep Price Magic5's custom-fit goggles offer exceptional comfort and reduced leakage but suffer from high cost, minor design flaws, and typical fogging issues. By David Deakin • 3 min read
Unexpected but glad for the podium. News & Racing An Age-Group Perspective: Triumphs and Trials at Ironman Subic Bay 70.3 In the midst of storms and sweltering heat, David narrates his riveting journey through the Ironman Subic Bay 70.3, offering a firsthand account of his incredible resilience and triumph. By David Deakin • 4 min read
Sarah True (USA) wins the Ironman European Championship Frankfurt (Photo: Jan Hetfleisch, Getty Images for IRONMAN) News & Racing American Redemption: Sarah True Wins Ironman Frankfurt European Championships After a DNF in 2019, American Sarah True clinched victory in the IRONMAN Frankfurt European Championships, outpacing compatriot Skye Moench in a triumphant return By David Deakin • 2 min read
Photo: Imani Bahati Understanding and Overcoming Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Guide Explore a comprehensive guide to understanding plantar fasciitis, its causes, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies for recovery. By David Deakin • 2 min read
Gear & Tech Review: Form Swimming Goggles - Exclusive to Swimmers or a Triathlete's Essential Gear? In this review, we explore the innovative Form Swimming Goggles, addressing their features, functionality, and whether they should be an essential item in a triathlete's kit bag. By David Deakin • 2 min read
Nutrition Fueling High-Performance Triathletes: A Personal Review of Fastfood Energy Gels and Hydration Fastfood sports nutrition Galacto Gels and Hydrators impressed with their taste, balanced energy release, and cost-effectiveness, making them a strong contender for high-performance triathletes. By David Deakin • 3 min read
Gear & Tech Review: H2O Audio Tri Multi-Sport Waterproof Open Ear Headphones The H2O Audio Tri Multi-Sport waterproof headphones are the top pick for swimming headphones this year, with bone conduction technology that works well underwater, impressive bass, and solid design. By David Deakin • 3 min read
News & Racing David Deakin's Race Report from Ironman 70.3 Melbourne Melbourne Ironman 70.3 was a special day of racing for many, including our resident Gear and Tech editor. Read his firsthand experience of the ups and downs of the day, including the unique swim conditions. By David Deakin • 5 min read
