Inside Zone3

Inside Zone3 explores the world around swim, triathlon and open water — from the athletes and environments that inspire us, to the thinking behind the products we create. Considered, practical and shaped by experience, it’s a space for stories that reflect how we approach performance, progression and life in the water.

How Transition Bags Can Keep Your Gear Organised
How Transition Bags Can Keep Your Gear Organised
Going from swim to bike to run takes more than just fitness. It takes some planning. When everything’s happening quickly, the last thing you want is to be digging around...
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Tricks to Stay Warm During Late-Winter Swim Practice
Tricks to Stay Warm During Late-Winter Swim Practice
Late winter can be a tricky time for swimmers. The sun might be coming back out, but the water stays icy cold. Whether you're outdoors or swimming in an unheated...
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Comparing Open Water Wetsuits and Pool Wetsuits
Comparing Open Water Wetsuits and Pool Wetsuits
Swimming in open water and swimming in a pool are not quite the same. The water feels different, the surroundings change a lot, and what you wear matters more than...
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Tips for Using Training Fins in Pre-Season Swim Prep
Tips for Using Training Fins in Pre-Season Swim Prep
January swim sessions are a good way to restart strong habits before open water season begins again. The pool offers a steady setting where we can work on small technique...
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What to Expect From a Sleeveless Trisuit in Spring Training
What to Expect From a Sleeveless Trisuit in Spring Training
Spring training usually brings a bit of a shake-up. The days get longer. The weather starts warming up, though not always in a straight line. And after spending months in...
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Understanding How Swim Buoys Help With Visibility
Understanding How Swim Buoys Help With Visibility
Open water swimming has its own rhythm. Without pool walls or lane lines, we rely on sight, strength, and awareness to stay steady and safe. Whether you are training for...
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Guide to Selecting the Best Triathlon Wear
Guide to Selecting the Best Triathlon Wear
Getting the right triathlon wear can make all the difference when you’re training or racing. The good news is, you don’t need a separate outfit for swimming, cycling, and running....
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Why Tri Gear Is Important for Cold Weather Training
Why Tri Gear Is Important for Cold Weather Training
When the cold months hit, some of us slow down our training. But for those who keep swimming, biking, or running all year, the season brings different challenges. Icy mornings,...
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The Uses of Swimming Training Fins
The Uses of Swimming Training Fins
Swimming training fins are a simple tool that can make a big difference for swimmers at any level. Whether someone is just starting out or getting ready for a big...
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Why Opt for Short Sleeve Trisuits
Why Opt for Short Sleeve Trisuits
Getting set for race day always brings up a few big questions, and one of the first is what to wear. With the swim, the ride, and the run stacked...
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Beginner’s Guide to Triathlon Gear Essentials
Beginner’s Guide to Triathlon Gear Essentials
Starting triathlon training can feel exciting but also a little confusing if it’s your first time. One of the first things many of us ask is what to wear and...
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Proper Wetsuit Storage and Maintenance Steps
Proper Wetsuit Storage and Maintenance Steps
Once the colder months roll around, we tend to step back from open water swimming. That’s usually when our kit gets tucked away until spring. But how we care for...
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