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.

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How I Overcame My Fear of the Sea to Cross the Swimrun Finish Line in Dorset
Overcoming fear of the sea, training in Dorset, and racing Studland Swimrun — here’s my Swimrun story with beginner tips and gear insights.”
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beginners triathlon
How To Manage Triathlon Transitions T1 & T2 For Faster Race Times
Learn how to master triathlon transitions T1 & T2 with expert tips on setup, race-day strategy to save time & how to avoid mistakes for faster, smoother results.
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Inside T100 London with Women In Tri
T100 London came alive with the spirit of Women in Tri, creating an unforgettable celebration of support, inclusion, and women’s triathlon.
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beginners openwaterswim triathlon
How to Train for Triathlon Open Water Swims in UK Lakes and Seas
Triathlon and Open water swimming are having a big moment in UK. With huge events like Ironman Leeds, the London T100, the Great North Swim and Swim Serpentine drawing record...
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a group of people are swimming in along the bantham swoosh route
A Weekend at Level Water's Bantham Swoosh & Boomerang
Paul from Zone3 joins Level Water's Bantham Swoosh, enjoying a scenic, relaxed 6km swim and shares tips for open water success.
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ZONE3 Lake Roadshow - Test Wetsuits at the Best Lakes around the UK
The Zone3 Lake Roadshow is hitting the best lakes around the UK, for wetsuit demos, expert fit advice, pro swim tips and community vibes.
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open water swim productcare
How to Care for Your Swim Goggles
Taking care of your swim goggles helps them stop fogging up and means you can actually see where you are going. Follow these simple maintence tips!
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Beginners open water swim Triathlon
A Complete Guide to Choosing the Best Anti Fog Swimming Goggles
Choosing the best pair of anti fog swimming goggles can make a significant difference in your swimming experience. Whether you're training for a triathlon, swimming laps for fitness, or just...
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Puddle Buckley Round - A SwimRun Adventure
Puddle Buckley Round - A SwimRun Adventure
Sarah Kelly is the fastest female to complete the Puddle Buckley Round. An adventure challenge fueled by grit, endurance and determination through Wales’ wildest peaks.
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3 people are chest deep in the water all wearing zone3 wetsuits, swim caps and goggles, floating in a line
beginners triathlon
Swimming in Skins vs. Wetsuits vs. Swimskins: What Triathletes Need to Know
The difference between swimming in skins, wetsuit and swimskins in a triathlon. Know what to wear for non-wetsuit legal triathlons.
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a photo of the iconic Main-Donau- Canal at Challenge Roth, with crowds of people gathered at the swim exit of the triathlon. zone3 signs line the exit.
Challenge Roth Triathlon - A Bucketlist Race
Challenge Roth isn’t just another race. It’s THE race. As the official swim sponsor, Zone3 were right at the heart of the action, with ambassadors racing the big event.
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alex lambert is running down the finish line at the Lakesman triathlon, he is wearing a trisuit with sponsors logos on it and sunglasses, people with pompomps are cheering him on
Racing For My Triathlon Pro Licence
Ever wondered how to become a Pro Triathlete? Zone3 Ambassador Alex Lambert is on his journey to getting his Professional Licence, he shares his Lakesman Race Report and top tips...
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