Gear & Tech
David Deakin
Age Group tragic, winner of occasional races, only really into racing for the gear, multi Garmin owner, open to trading kids for a new Zipp disc.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Noosa: An Age Group review
David recounts Noosa's triathlon allure that didn't misstep with plenty on offer for everyone.
Elite Female Set for Fierce Competition at Ironman 70.3 Melbourne
Top female pros to clash at Melbourne's Ironman 70.3 this Sunday.
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.