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Looking for humor in the sport of triathlon? Try Trizophrenia, Inside the Minds of a Triathlete by Jef Mallet. The author dives into the intoxicating culture of tri and describes with humor the sometimes obsessive-compulsive behaviors of a triathlete – Eat, swim, eat, work, eat, run, eat, bike, eat, sleep, recover and repeat. Fun illustrations help provide a visual the conundrums someone in the sport faces.

Sugoi’s RS Tri Suit will help you feel at your best on race day. It is made of lightweight Power Lycra and Vector Stretch fabric to provide muscle compression and breathability with its open air architecture creating a cooling environment between your skin and the fabric. Flat seams means increased comfort and Smart Seams allow increased movement while reducing abrasion. There are two back pockets slanted at the sides for easy entry and a new TriLite2 chamois for added comfort without the bulk.

Newton’s latest, their MV2 Speed Racer, is engineered to be one of the lightest, most efficient natural running shoes ever produced and to have you moving faster. Your feet will feel more response from the ground with the low profile (0% heel to forefoot) and biomechanical sensor plate, promoting a higher paced cadence. Action/Reaction TechnologyTM in the shoe provides protection from our unnatural hard surfaces. Made of highly breathable, fast-drying mesh, it has heel-securing double eyelets, slip-proof flat laces, anti-friction/anti-bacterial sock liner and a water drainage system.

Make sure you’re protected from overexposure to the Sun’s rays with Bull Frog Water Armor Sport Quick Gel Sunblock. Goes on quick, easy and is dries instantly. It doesn’t leave a greasy residue and works all hard all day so you can focus on racing. Waterproof and sweat-proof. SPF 50 UVA/UVB protection. Oil free so it won’t clog pores.

Say hello to the Cervelo S5 TEAM, their newest aero road bike and their most advanced. The S5 TEAM doubles the aerodynamic advantage their popular S3 had over traditional road bikes and is 100 grams lighter than the S5 while maintaining the same stiffness and strength numbers. Air flow is smoothed from frame to fork and frame to wheel with the dropped downtube and extended rear wheel cutout, respectively. The rear brake is shielded by the seat stays, minimizing drag from front to rear. Their new BBright™ bottom bracket and Smartwall™ technology maximizes energy response and raises the torsional rigidity by 12% of its predecessor, making it faster, agile, responsive and still smooth and comfortable on the road. This is the bike of choice for Team Garmin-Cervélo.

Looking to improve transition times? Here is a shoe you should try – Specialized’s S-Works Trivent Triathlon Cycling Shoe. It sets a new standard for quick transition with its BOA quick dial lacing system and folding heel cup, which opens in the back and allows you to slide your foot in with much more ease (a magnet keeps it closed and your foot in place afterwards). The carbon sole is comprised of FACT 12.0, the stiffest available in Specialized’s lineup. Their Body Geometry features ensure you have an efficient interface between your foot and shoe. Smooth internal lining means you can ride sock-less and still feel comfortable. Lightweight, tough and water-resistant.

Looking for a new pair of eye wear? Slip on Tifosi’s Slip Sunglasses. Sporty and sleek with an affordable price, this pair will work great with active lifestyles by providing protection from the sun, wind and other objects that come flying near your precious eyes. The Grilamid frame is nearly indestructible and light, weighing only 24 grams and has interchangeable lens treated with Glare Guard to minimize eye fatigue. Hydrophilic rubber for the ears and nose keeps you comfortable while wearing them. Incase of impact, the lens will flex rather than shatter. UVA/UVB protection and fits small to large faces.

Kick your swim level up using Finis Positive Drive Fins. The Positive Drive Fins, PDF, have a unique, short and wide blade to help you kick properly for all swimming styles, even the Breaststroke. They also promote a natural supination kick. The closed toe construction provide maximum energy transfer from the leg to foot, thus increasing leg strength and foot speed. Feet feel comfortable in its ergonomic footpocket with a heel strap to secure them in, which allows the feet to flex more naturally.

Training well for a triathlon requires more than just swimming, biking and running. Other exercises that strengthen the core are needed to keep your body performing at its best and most efficient, and the book Crosstraining For Endurance Athletes by Raul Guisado will do just that. Written specifically for endurance athletes, it provides information on how to prevent injury, muscular imbalances and how to correct them, developing trunk stability, joint stability, balance, flexibility strength and power. Contains over 80 illustrated exercises with workouts and logs so that you can take your training to the next level.

Know how you’re training on the bike with the Timex Cycle Trainer 2.0. Displaying and recording data about your ride in customizable screens, it uses top-of-the-line SIRF III GPS technology that gives precise speed, distance and geographical coordinates. You can also find out current elevation, grade, slope and even temperature. The heart rate sensor provides insight on how hard you are working. The trainer is re-chargeable via mini-USB cable and information can be transferred and analyzed on TrainingPeaksTM.