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.

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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Comparing Triathlon Swimskins and Wetsuits
Comparing Triathlon Swimskins and Wetsuits
When you're getting ready for a triathlon, choosing the right gear for the swim can make a big difference. Two of the most common pieces people talk about are wetsuits...
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Cold Water Swimming This Christmas and New Year
Discover the joy of cold water swimming this festive season. Find UK Christmas swims, safety tips, kit advice, and start your winter swim journey with confidence.
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Tips for Choosing Your First Triathlon Wetsuit
Tips for Choosing Your First Triathlon Wetsuit
Choosing your first triathlon wetsuit can feel a bit confusing at first, especially when you’re standing in a shop or scrolling through options. If you're getting ready to buy a...
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a man is swimming in the sea doing frontcrawl wearing the zone3 vanquish x wetsuit, yellow swim cap and zone3 volare goggles
Top Triathlon & Swim Kit Loved by Our Ambassadors
Discover the best triathlon & swim gear as reviewed by our ambassadors and pro athletes. Wetsuits, swim accessories & goggles for beginners, pros & first-time racers.
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Keep Swimming Year-Round with Neoprene Gear
Keep Swimming Year-Round with Neoprene Gear
Stay warm in open water with smart layering and neoprene swim socks. Learn how small gear can keep your winter swims safe, steady, and enjoyable.
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a woman is swimming in a pool, wearing Zone3 swimwear, goggles and swimcap. the photo is taken from below the swimmer in the water
The Best Gifts for Triathletes and Swimmers
Discover the best gifts for triathletes and swimmers - race day kit, safety gear, and accessories for all levels, budgets, and swim styles.
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zone3 floating coffee boat in the water at marbella 70.3 world championships
Marbella 70.3 World Champs - the Zone3 Way: Community, Competition, Coffee
Zone3 took over a swim start session and floating espresso bar at Marbella 70.3 World Champs, with Pro Athletes and Triathlon community.
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marta sanchez in running into the water for a ironman swim start wearing her zone3 wetsuit
Road to Kona - Marta Sanchez prepares for the Ironman World Championship on the Big Island
Pro triathlete Marta Sánchez shares her journey to the 2025 IRONMAN World Championship in Kona—training, mindset, and racing the Big Island for the first time.
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a woman is swimming in the sea wearing a wetsuit and zone3 neoprene gloves and orange polarised goggles
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Extend Your Open Water Season: Cold Weather Swim Kit
Extend your season with cold water open water swimming. Discover thermal wetsuits, Yulex, TI+ kit, and layering tips to stay warm and swim longer.
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Swim Serpentine 2025
Zone3 were proud partners of Swim Serpentine 2025, which brought thousands to Hyde Park for a day of open water swimming and personal goals.
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a man is swimming in a pool and is doing front crawl using zone3 hand paddles
Build Strength, Refine Technique: Guide to Swimming with Hand Paddles
Discover how to use swim hand paddles to build strength, improve technique, and enhance water feel. Includes drills, tips, and comparison between Zone3 paddles.
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