Ebook: Faster: demystifying the science of triathlon speed

Triathlon is among the world's most gear-intensive sports. The gear you select and how you use it can mean big results—or bigger disappointment.

FASTER takes a scientific look at triathlon to see what truly makes you faster—and busts the myths and doublespeak that waste your money and race times. In this fascinating exploration of the forces at play in the swim-bike-run sport, astronautical engineer and triathlete Jim Gourley shows where to find free speed, speed on a budget, and the gear upgrades that are worth it.

FASTER offers specific, science-based guidance on the fastest techniques and the most effective gear, answering questions like:

Gourley reviews published studies in peer-reviewed journals to...