This the absolute top-of-the-line suit we rec for triathlete's and open water swimmers interested in investing in the best that money can buy. The Ultimate IPS Plus is "ultimate" in everything that makes a wetsuit not just good, but excellent: flexibility, buoyancy, and speed. The placement of "air cells" in the suit gives you the buoyancy you need in exactly the right places. To be honest, we didn't think they could make the best any better... but the new 2025 model has a refined inner liner, and even thinner shoulder/underarm material for an even better flexibility rating. The increased shoulder mobility means a more comfortable and even faster swim on all course lengths.

This one's a go-to choice that we recommend for many triathletes and open water swimmers because it offers the perfect mix of comfort, flexibility, and buoyancy. A good wetsuit isn’t just about staying warm—it’s about efficiency. The increased buoyancy helps lift your hips in the water, improving your position and reducing drag, so you can swim faster with less effort. The One 8 is Sailfish's new 2025 model of their most buoyant suit, making it especially great for anyone who struggles with their body position in the water. It’s designed to help you conserve energy during the swim, setting you up for a stronger bike and run.

Swimskins are worn by triathletes over your race suit when the water is too warm for a wetsuit. They make you streamlined that you'd be sans swimskin, which makes you glide through the water more efficiently. The first version of this skin was released at the 2024 Ironman World Championships in Kona... and it's been revised to be even better for 2025. This one's got ergonomically positioned compression zones, which boosts blood flow and range of motion where you need it, while also giving you balance and stability on top of the water. Fun fact: World Champions Sam Laidlow and Patrick Lange wore this swimskin to their most recent world titles. If it’s good enough for them, it’s definitely good enough for us!

This is just one of those bags that you will end up using for everything. It’s awesome for traveling to races—plenty of room for all your gear—and just as handy for day-to-day trips to the pool. The water-resistant design means you don’t have to stress about your stuff getting wet, whether it’s from splashes or unexpected rain. It’s got plenty of space to keep things organized, so you’re not digging around for goggles or snacks. We found this to be the type of bag that’s built for triathlon life, but it works just as well for whatever else you’ve got going on.