TYR TORQUE PRO SWIMSKIN
$380;
tyr.com
TYR SAYS: Designed specifically for triathlon, the Torque Pro’s hydrophilic outer layer cuts down on drag, while a hydrophobic inner layer has a water absorption rate of just .5% for increased buoyancy. The composite knit fabric is form fitted for maximum flexibility with a coil-locking lanyard to help speed through transition. A silicon grip keeps the Torque Pro comfortably in place from start to finish.
REVIEWERS SAY: “The moment you jump in the water with one of these on, you feel faster.” Visually appealing and impressively comfortable after some getting used to, testers appreciated the Torque Pro’s buoyancy and speed. Shane relished the swimskin’s compression while training in the pool and reported that the high neck and arm holes fit nicely on his 6’1” frame. On the women’s model, Natalie recommended that those with smaller torsos try on the product first in order to ensure a proper fit, but she appreciated the added buoyancy and layer of warmth that the Torque Pro could provide, especially for longer distance swims
THE GIST: Good buoyancy and drag reduction for swims that aren’t wetsuit legal. “This suit is a fun and effective addition to your racing tool kit,” said Shane. “As long as you can afford it.”
ON CLOUDSURFER
$129;
on-running.com
ON SAYS: The Cloudsurfer from On features the company’s CloudTec running system, designed to efficiently transform running energy into forward momentum. The system’s 3D cushioning pods provide both a comfortable cushion on impact and a burst of speed at push off, while a roomy toe box makes for an agreeable ride. The polyurethane upper features synthetic textile overlays for lightweight support, while the nylon mesh wicks away moisture and keeps feet dry. A proprioception pad on the insole helps reduce fatigue and honeycomb-patterned outsoles offer traction both on and off the road.
THE EDITOR SAYS: “These shoes are the reason I’m able to run again following 2-plus years of painful attempts at ‘shuffling’ following a blunt force trauma to my knee,” said Jayme McGuire, editor-in-chief of USA Triathlon Magazine. “The shoes force me to land more on my forefoot and absorb more impact stress than others. Since I run mostly on trails, I was concerned about rocks getting stuck in the lugs, but that has not been an issue. Best of all, my day-after-a-run knee pain is gone – hopefully for good.”
THE GIST: Creator and former pro triathlete Olivier Bernhard, who suffered from chronic inflammation in his Achilles’ tendon, worked with a Swiss engineer to develop a shoe that helps you land softly yet provides a responsive push-off. While the shoes might not be for everyone, they could be just the breakthrough some injury-riddled athletes need.
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