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From Early Designs to Modern Innovations, Triathlon Suits’ Evolution

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A triathlon requires top performance in swimming, cycling, and running. As the sport has developed, competitors’ gear — especially the  triathlon suit  — has also changed. With technological and design advances meant to increase performance, comfort, and efficiency, this basic tool has seen major changes. Let’s look at how the triathlon fit has changed from its early ideas to the current advancements. The Beginnings of the Triathlon Suit In the early days of triathlon, participants frequently used standard swimwear or bicycle gear, which were not specially tailored for the sport’s unique needs. These early suits were often heavy and forced athletes to switch between sports, therefore wasting valuable time during transitions. Particularly in longer races, the absence of specific equipment meant that rivals had to sacrifice comfort and performance. The First Triathlon Suit’s Introduction Growing triathlon popularity made the demand for specific gear clear. The first real triathlon suits