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Triathlon

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TriathlonChoose your race distance

Triathlon distances: sprint, Olympic, half and full

Compare swim, bike and run distances. Understand Dutch eighth and quarter triathlons, sprint and Olympic formats, plus middle and long distance.

Nederlandse Triathlon Bond — Afstanden en disciplinesRead Athvaro guide

TriathlonRace-day rules

Drafting and wetsuit rules: do not assume one triathlon rule fits every race

Why drafting permissions and wetsuit rules depend on distance, event and conditions, using current World Triathlon guidance as the source.

World Triathlon — Triathlon FAQsRead Athvaro guide

TriathlonGear buying guide

How to choose a triathlon wetsuit: fit before features

Build a wetsuit shortlist around fit, swim use and race rules. Know what to check before choosing a premium model or replacing your current suit.

ZONE3 — sizing guideRead Athvaro guide

How to use these guides: check the linked original for rules that may change. Buying checklists are editorial guidance, not hands-on product tests. Research findings describe the populations studied and may not apply directly to you.