220 Triathlon

220 Triathlon is the UK’s No.1 selling Triathlon magazine and brings together all the finest elements of the world’s fastest growing sport in a visually stunning and practical format.

FROM THE EDITOR…

START • DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF TRI

IS SALOMON THE RIGHT FIT FOR TRIATHLON? • The skiing and trail-running brand has signed a five-year deal with Ironman, but will need more than event sponsorship to become a success in the world of tri…

“HE DEVOTED HIS LIFE TO SPORT AND HIS FAMILY” • This month we pay tribute to Allan Lawrence, a true icon of triathlon.

FIRST LOOK • The hottest kit to arrive this month - so fresh we haven’t tested it yet!

IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPS: PREVIEW • One island. One day. Two world titles. The 2026 Ironman World Championship sees a return to normal proceedings for the first time in seven years - and we’re all in. Here’s everything you need to know about the greatest tri show on earth…

“YOU NEVER REALLY KNOW HOW TO WIN KONA” • Solveig Løvseth may be returning to Hawaii this October as defending champion, but, as she acknowledges, that doesn’t mean she knows how to win it twice. Liz Barrett caught up with the Norwegian star as she gears up for a completely different title-deciding battle

CRUSHING KONA • Solveig Løvseth’s top three rules for surviving the island

SOLVEIG LØVSETH’S KONA KIT • The head-to-toe gear that could help Løvseth achieve her second world title

10 unexpected performance hacks • From nasal breathing and broccoli shots, to chocolate smells and sleeping your way fitter, these science-backed tricks could unlock your next triathlon breakthrough…

KIT ZONE • THE LATEST GEAR - TESTED BY EXPERTS

Keep on running • The French powerhouse of sports, Decathlon, is making big strides in the world of running. We headed to the Alps with the team to take a closer look at how Kiprun is becoming a brand of innovation.

ESSENTIAL KIT • All you need to train & race, as rated by our 220 Kit Zone expert testers

RECCE YOUR RACE, PERFORM BETTER • RACE DAY PREP ISN’T ALL DONE IN TRAINING. SOMETIMES, THE BIGGEST WINS COME FROM COURSE INTEL…

10 WAYS TO RECCE THE PERFECT RACE • From checking out the swim sighting points to knowing where the biggest hills will be, there’s plenty you can do to get ready for the big day.

NUTRITION PROTEIN POWER • Eating protein doesn’t mean a diet of eggs and chicken, as Kate Percy demonstrates with this month’s eclectic mix of recipes…

WRESTLING HIGHS & LOWS • With intense elevation and a cheer crowd inspired by Hulk Hogan, did Ironman Leeds deliver this year despite the cancelled swim?

220 202627 RACE CALENDAR • PICK YOUR RACES AND PLAN YOUR SEASON WITH THE 220 EVENT GUIDE

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TRI SPEAK • Wondering what the ‘washing machine’ is, or where to find your M-dot?! Make things easy with our guide to common tri terms…

MAN WITH(OUT) A VAN • Brunty’s trusted race companion is kaput, which means he’s struggling for race accommodation…