Swim Must-Haves for Triathletes & Multisport Athletes! - Kelly Mulvany
I have been a triathlete since 2002! I started out with short-course while living in San Diego, CA, and eventually transitioned to long-course in 2018. I have raced 11 Ironman 70.3, 7 Ironman races and 1 Ultraman triathlon with my 2nd Ultraman coming up in November!
Over the past 24 years I have tried so many different types of products and gear, and I have refined what works and what doesn't work. Naturally, what works for me might not work for you and I'm happy to chat about it if you reach out! Otherwise, here is my essential gear list for hitting the trails!
Kelly Mulvany's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu
Products in this list
- LONG FLOATING FINS by FINIS Inc. SCA — Change your relationship with the use of fins - get these long floating fins and use them while doing drills rather than to simply go faster. These fins are easy to get on and off, are durable and will help you become a better swimmer.
The Long Floating fins lift your legs to the surface of the water, reducing drag and improving body alignment. Feedback from the fins teaches you how to elongate your kick by kicking from the hips and not the knees.
- AGILITY PADDLES FLOATING by FINIS Inc. SCA — These paddles have helped me perfect my catch & Pull.
The Agility Paddles are designed to provide swimmers with instant stroke feedback. The strapless design fits the natural contour of your hand and teaches you to apply positive pressure throughout your stroke. If you do not maintain a proper stroke, the paddle will let you know by shifting or falling off.
- Women's Ltd Swimsuit - Paradise by Zoot Sports — Zoot gear is by far the best on the market! These swimsuits fit tight to reduce drag, don't creep or slip where you don't want it to, and is completely non-restrictive on your stroke. They always have the most FUN styles too. Zoot also offers bikinis with the same quality.
- Men's Ltd Swim Jammer - Blue Hawaii by Zoot Sports — No, I haven't used these personally, but I wanted to include some quality swimwear for the guys too! Zoot offers a brief too.
