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With its expertise in competitive outdoor sports, Lepape knows just how important a triathlon watch is for triathletes. It helps endurance athletes save precious seconds during transitions. Discover the best models for men and women on our site.

What are the essential functions of a triathlon watch?

Brands such as Garmin, Suunto and Polar are constantly updating their GPS cardio watch models to include dedicated triathlon series. What makes a good watch for a triathlete? Certain criteria make all the difference.

Triathlon mode

Triathlon mode lets you manage a training session or event with multiple disciplines. There are three triathlons: running, cycling and swimming. A real plus, a triathlon mode lets you record all three in the same activity. If you intend to compete, we recommend you check that it is present on the watch you have chosen.

Cardio and casing: elements capable of managing water

During the swim, all your equipment is underwater. Worst of all, the watch case must be thin enough to slip under your suit without getting in the way when putting it on or taking it off. As for the large, clear screen, it’s designed for easy reading.

 

Cardio can be a problem. The optical cardio sensor in the watch itself appeals to many competitors, but often proves less accurate than a good old-fashioned heart rate belt, especially in the water. Those who want reliable results to help them analyze their training sessions or tests are well advised to turn to the belt.

Autonomy

A GPS triathlon watch is a connected watch. It’s better for her to have a great deal of autonomy to face all the challenges. To make sure you get the time you need, don’t hesitate to add a substantial margin to the time indicated by the manufacturer.

Numerous coaching functions

The connected watch, dedicated to triathlon, stores a large amount of data. VO2max, training load, cycling power balance and much more. All these elements enable triathletes to program and analyze their sessions. The watch is a real coach that leads them to success in their objectives.

Which brand to choose for your triathlon watch?

Polar, Garmin and Suunto are triathlon equipment manufacturers that are often in the spotlight. Their products are powerful and robust. They are also varied enough to suit all triathlete profiles and budgets.

Polar triathlon watch: a coach and a sure bet in competition

Garmin triathlon watches: series for all triathletes

Two Garmin series can be used for triathlon. These are the
Garmin Forerunner
and Garmin Fenix series .

All watches in these ranges feature the following tools:

  • Multisport profile and personalized sports profile
  • Manual transition function between sports
  • Tracking swimming pool data
  • Remote display
  • Training status and load
  • Stamina in real time
  • Pairing with Edge® cycling devices
  • Sleep and recovery monitoring
  • Long-lasting autonomy.

Suunto: class in training and competition