Gift ideas for Triathletes
2024 was a great year of racing and if your special someone is a triathlete, they most likely raced and trained a lot this past year which means their gear needs a refresher before next season. Here are some suggestions from a coach/competitive triathlete.
Stocking stuffers:
Swiftwick socks — The gentle compression is a nice touch on long runs. Personally, I’m a fan of the Aspire line.
Chamois Creme & Body Glide — Chafing for a triathlete is bad. A triathlete complaining to a loved one about chafing is even worse. Safe them and yourself from any awkward conversations in 2025.
Compression tights — Your triathlete might just try to get a long workout in before you travel to Grandma’s house. Compression tights will help their achy legs recover while in the car or on the plane.
Swim:
Form Goggles — One of THE best training tools to help your triathlete with their body position in the water.
Finis Manta Paddles — Some of the best paddles out there for improving strength and stroke efficiency.
Snorkel — A must have for triathletes/swimmers of all ages! Playtri coached athletes use this every time they swim.
Bike:
Garmin Varia Rear Taillight — The best rear light and rear facing camera for cycling at any time of the day. I never ride outside without mine. Keep that triathlete safe in 2025!
Bike Fit — Before your triathlete spends a lot of time on the trainer this winter, make sure they are comfortable on the bike. An annual bike fit is recommended.
Smart Trainer — A great tool for improving your cycling any time of the year and hitting specific power intervals.
Run:
Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp — With less daylight hours in the winter, being safe and seen is even more important.
Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar — the best watch for for triathlon if you are looking to simplify the number of devices you use during training and racing. This watch does it all: HR, Spotify, Power Meter connection, Garmin Pay, the mapping capability is a nice touch, and it’s powered by the sun!
Theragun Mini — An excellent self massage tool for traveling to races and to have at work.
They’ll love you forever gifts:
Coaching — If you truly want to make 2025 your best season ever, then a coach is the best triathlon related expense you can make. With over 20 years of coaching, Playtri Coaching works for new triathletes and those looking to qualify for National and World Championships.
Gravel Bike — If you are looking for a do-it-all training bike, this is it. Take it out on gravel, chip-sealed roads, and even try out Cyclocross with this bike.
Weekend Coaching Package — Don’t just invest in their gear. Invest in helping your triathlete improve their overall training and racing. It’s like a spa weekend for triathletes.
Jim Rowe is a Playtri Level 4 Coach and Coach Education Lead, a USAT LI Certified Coach, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, and an Ironman and 70.3 World Championship Qualifier who works with adult athletes from beginners to IRONMAN World Championship qualifiers. Learn more about Jim at www.playtri.com/jim-rowe