GIFTS FOR TRIATHLETES.. Ironstruck triathlon books, triathlon gear, Kobo e-pub books, and total immersion swimming productsFinding gifts for triathletes is not that hard. Just the fact that triathlon involves three disciplines makes shopping for the triathlete in your life an easier and more enjoyable experience. TRIATHLON GEAR The is a myriad of choices when it comes to buying the perfect gifts for triathletes. Of course there is some gear that should really be bought by the athlete themselves as often times the "fit" is very important. Items like shoes, wetsuits, and most triathlon clothing should also be tried on by the triathlete so unless you know the exact size it's best to buy a triathlete gifts that are not dependent on certain sizes etc. BIKE GIFT IDEAS Buying a bike for a triathlete is a bit of a risk as it has to be sized to fit them exactly as a proper fit is crucial when it comes to triathlon bikes. However, if you know the exact frame size your triathlete will require, the bike you purchase can always be tweaked to fit them perfectly. There are many things you can buy for a triathlete as far as bike accessories. Water bottles, bike computers, a good foot pump, compact tool kits, a bike rack for their car, and even sports drinks or gels they might prefer for those long training rides are just a few examples of biking gifts. If all else fails, a gift certificate from a well recognized bike store would make a great gift.
RUNNING GEAR As I mentioned, it's not really a good idea to purchase running shoes for a triathlete as not all shoes are created equal. A size 9 in one brand might not be the same as a size nine in another. However that does not mean there are not other great choices as far as running gifts for triathletes. A runner can never have enough good quality running socks. Also high on the list is sunglasses, gloves and hats for winter running, and fuel belts. Fuel belts are great because they are provide a very sensible way for runners to carry water on those long run days. The best ones seem to be the fuel belts that have six small bottles attached. The belt fits around the waist and because the water is distributed evenly in these smaller containers it is far more comfortable than having a large water bottle to carry. Normally these six small bottles will contain the equivalent of just over a large water bottle. SWIMMING GEAR
Swimsuits and goggles are best bought by the wearer but there are quite a few swimming accessories that would make perfect gifts for triathletes. Some swimmers like to train with pull-buoys, hand-paddles, and kick-boards and all these items are normally readily available at any reputable triathlon store. If your know where your triathlete swims, a pool pass would make a great gift. If they are just learning how to swim you might consider buying some coaching sessions for them. Swimmers also need a good towel, shampoo for chlorine, and a really good sports bag to put everything in. KOBO BOOKS It seems that the new trend toward book "readers" is really taking hold and more and more books are available in E-pub format and these would make a great gift for a triathlete. Why not buy them a reader and then purchase some triathlon books from Kobo and have them downloaded into the reader? For example, all of my triathlon books have been getting great reviews from the triathlon community and they are all available in E-pub format on Kobo. There is a link to Kobo and my books on the top right-hand corner of this page. Best of all, there are no shipping charges to pay "ever" and all my books are less than $9 on Kobo. TOTAL IMMERSION--THE PERFECT SWIM TECHNIQUE FOR TRIATHLETES Whether one is new to triathlon or has dreams of taking on the Ironman Triathlon, the swim is often one of the biggest concerns for many people. For learning how to pace oneself and relax in the triathlon swim "Total Immersion" is most likely one of the best swimming concepts available for triathletes. Buying a "Total Immersion" swim tape or book as one of the gifts for triathletes in your life will greatly improve their swim technique. TOTAL IMMERSION is offering all ironstruck visitors a 10% discount on Books, DVD's, and all other TI teaching tools. Simply click on this linktotalimmersion.net/store/ Go to the store page and type ironstruck(all small case)into the shopping cart coupon box and you receive your 10% discount automatically. Being properly prepared is a major key to enable triathletes to get the most enjoyment and success out of their triathlon training and racing. When you buy them well thought-out gifts for triathletes you are helping them achieve their triathlon dreams.
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I have written three books that all serve a specific purpose when it comes to those new to the sport of triathlon or those who perhaps have the Ironman on their mind.
"Ironstruck...The Ironman Triathlon Journey" is a perfect book for those who have the Ironman on their mind and perhaps need some motivation, inspiration, and encouragement to help them make that final decision to challenge the Ironman and make it to the finish line.
"Ironstruck? 500 Ironman Triathlon Questions and Answers" is most like the only Q+A book in the world on the subject of triathlon in general and the Ironman.
This is the perfect book for the triathlete who has decided to take on the Ironman for the first time, or perhaps has done one or two and would like some insight from a different point of view.
It is a great companion book for "Ironstruck...The Ironman Journey" and the pair of books would make a great gift.
"Triathlete in Transition" is a book that was inspired by all the people who would stop by at my Ironstruck book signings and suggest I write a book for the very beginner triathlete who just wanted to know more about the sport.
I suppose because I had this passion for the Ironman that it seemed natural to write about it first almost six years ago now.
So in effect I have gone from the most difficult and challenging of triathlons and ended up at the beginning of the triathlon journey.
Regardless, now I have three books that cover the full range of triathlon from just learning about triathlon in general, to ultimately reaching the Ironman finish line.
Triathlete in transition is full of information about how to get started in the sport and like my Ironstruck books, are inspirational and motivational as well as full of practical advice on triathlon that make the sport much more enjoyable.