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Picked by a 500 km/month, sub-2:30 shoe nerd

Running gear, compared one item at a time by official specs

I run about 500 km a month, my marathon best is under 2:30, and I also race trail and triathlon. I'm a shoe nerd who compares shoes, apparel, watches and bike gear using official numbers from brands and races, plus store prices.

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Mizuno HYPERWARP PURE 2 (out Nov 6)Adizero Adios Pro 5 vs HYPERWARP PURE 2A 42 g gap and different outsoles. The adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5 and Mizuno HYPERWARP PURE 2 differ by 42 g at the same 27.0 cm. Stack height is nearly identical; the plate placement and outsole rubber are not. I compare them down to who each one suits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Shoes & gearCloudboom Strike 2 vs Alphafly 4 | 5 mm vs 8 mm dropThe real difference between the On Cloudboom Strike 2 and Nike Alphafly 4 is not weight but a 3 mm gap in drop. At 191 g and about 188 g, they're almost equally light. I compare foam, plate, air units and availability in a table, and say who each one suits.Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): ASICS GEL-KAYANO 33GEL-KAYANO 33 vs NOVABLAST 6Choose by weight, stack, stability and bounce. The GEL-KAYANO 33 and NOVABLAST 6 differ by 45 g and in how they support you. The KAYANO, at 298 g, controls foot wobble; the NOVABLAST, at 253 g, has high energy return up front. I compare stack height, width and price in a table and say who each one suits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Cloudrunner (check the generation in the product name)On Cloudrunner 3 Max ReviewRelease date, price and weight. The On Cloudrunner 3 Max is my daily top pick for runners who want to keep their stride together over long distances. General release Aug 20, 2026, JPY 24,200. I also cover how it differs from the Cloudrunner 3 and Cloudmonster 3.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Skechers AERO EliteSkechers AERO Elite ReviewRelease date, price and weight. The Skechers AERO Elite is my top pick for runners who want lightness above all on race day, from 5K to the marathon. Released Oct 2, 2026, about 167 g in 27 cm. It's the brand's first carbon-plated shoe, and I compare it with the Adizero Adios Pro 5.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Mizuno SKY PRIME (MIZUNO SKY PRIME)Mizuno SKY PRIME ReviewRelease date and how it differs from the WAVE RIDER 30. The Mizuno SKY PRIME is my top pick for runners who want soft, stable, high-stack cushioning for easy runs and long runs. Released Sep 11, 2026, JPY 24,200. I also cover the differences from the WAVE RIDER 30 and how it fits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026

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Shoes

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Mizuno HYPERWARP PURE 2 (out Nov 6)Adizero Adios Pro 5 vs HYPERWARP PURE 2A 42 g gap and different outsoles. The adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5 and Mizuno HYPERWARP PURE 2 differ by 42 g at the same 27.0 cm. Stack height is nearly identical; the plate placement and outsole rubber are not. I compare them down to who each one suits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Shoes & gearCloudboom Strike 2 vs Alphafly 4 | 5 mm vs 8 mm dropThe real difference between the On Cloudboom Strike 2 and Nike Alphafly 4 is not weight but a 3 mm gap in drop. At 191 g and about 188 g, they're almost equally light. I compare foam, plate, air units and availability in a table, and say who each one suits.Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): ASICS GEL-KAYANO 33GEL-KAYANO 33 vs NOVABLAST 6Choose by weight, stack, stability and bounce. The GEL-KAYANO 33 and NOVABLAST 6 differ by 45 g and in how they support you. The KAYANO, at 298 g, controls foot wobble; the NOVABLAST, at 253 g, has high energy return up front. I compare stack height, width and price in a table and say who each one suits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Cloudrunner (check the generation in the product name)On Cloudrunner 3 Max ReviewRelease date, price and weight. The On Cloudrunner 3 Max is my daily top pick for runners who want to keep their stride together over long distances. General release Aug 20, 2026, JPY 24,200. I also cover how it differs from the Cloudrunner 3 and Cloudmonster 3.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Skechers AERO EliteSkechers AERO Elite ReviewRelease date, price and weight. The Skechers AERO Elite is my top pick for runners who want lightness above all on race day, from 5K to the marathon. Released Oct 2, 2026, about 167 g in 27 cm. It's the brand's first carbon-plated shoe, and I compare it with the Adizero Adios Pro 5.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Mizuno SKY PRIME (MIZUNO SKY PRIME)Mizuno SKY PRIME ReviewRelease date and how it differs from the WAVE RIDER 30. The Mizuno SKY PRIME is my top pick for runners who want soft, stable, high-stack cushioning for easy runs and long runs. Released Sep 11, 2026, JPY 24,200. I also cover the differences from the WAVE RIDER 30 and how it fits.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026

Socks

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Elite Run Sock High HyperOn Elite Run Sock High Hyper ReviewRelease date, price and how it differs from the Elite. The On Elite Run Sock High Hyper is a race sock worth buying if thin racing shoes rub your toes and heels. At 42 g it's 8 g heavier than the plain Elite, with terry loops at the toe and heel. I cover the differences and fit.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): PUMA x HYROX T-shirt / On Core-T / On Performance-T / On running shortsBest HYROX ApparelPUMA x HYROX vs On shirts, shorts and socks, compared by price. For HYROX, if running is your focus, go with On's Performance-T and lined shorts; if the stations come first, the Train Flex-T and Train Shorts. A top, bottoms and socks start at JPY 15,180.HYROX · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell EX Light Wind Jacket / mont-bell Cool Light T / Sleeveless Shirt / On Performance-T / mont-bell Cross Runner Shorts LightA Full Running Kit (Top, Bottoms, Socks) for 218 gShirts, pants, socks and jackets compared by official weight. A full running kit of top, bottoms and socks comes to 218 g and JPY 12,700. The first thing to add is mont-bell's 45 g wind shell. I compare mont-bell, Nike, On, Tabio and The North Face by weight, fabric and price from their official Japan sites, and say exactly what to wear for each temperature and distance.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Tabio Racing Run Pro five-toe socks / Injinji Run Lightweight (five-toe) / Tabio Racing Run five-toe Merino Wool crew / R×L M-RACING Merino Wool Running Grip Socks (five-toe)12 Best Running Socks18% or 46% cotton? Five-toe, thickness and length compared by official fiber content. Pick five-toe running socks by fabric. My marathon top pick is the Tabio Racing Run Pro (18% cotton, with grip), versus 46% cotton in the standard version. I compare 12 pairs from Tabio, mont-bell, On, Nike, Injinji and Darn Tough by official fiber content, length and price, and name one top pick each for trail, HYROX and rainy days.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On CloudpulseWhat to Bring on HYROX Race DayWhat's allowed and what's not, checked against the official rules. For HYROX, the basics are closed-toe shoes, running clothes and photo ID for check-in. Gloves are allowed, grip aids are not, and earphones are banned. I list what's allowed and link to the shoe, watch and training gear articles.HYROX · Oct 18, 2026

Base layers

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Weather Jacket / On Performance Jacket Waterproof / On Performance Long-THow to Choose On Running Apparel8 pieces compared on water repellency, waterproofing and pockets. For On running apparel, take the Weather Vest on cold mornings and the Performance Jacket Waterproof in the rain. I compare 8 pieces sold on the official Japan site by fabric, water repellency and waterproofing, wind protection, reflectivity, pockets and fit, and work out the price gap between the jacket and vest and the total for a matching top and bottom.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): GronG Fit-in Pouch (running pouch) / ASICS GT-2000 15 / New Balance SuperComp Elite v6 / ASICS METASLEEK20 New Running Releases, Aug–Oct 2026A quick list by release date, plus the one shoe worth buying. Here are 20 new running releases from fall 2026 (Aug–Oct) in release order. My top pick is the ASICS GT-2000 15 (Aug 6, JPY 16,500): about 2 mm more stack and about 20 g lighter. I checked 10 shoes, 3 watches, packs and accessories against official announcements, and flagged items not sold in Japan and early releases.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): PUMA x HYROX T-shirt / On Core-T / On Performance-T / On running shortsBest HYROX ApparelPUMA x HYROX vs On shirts, shorts and socks, compared by price. For HYROX, if running is your focus, go with On's Performance-T and lined shorts; if the stations come first, the Train Flex-T and Train Shorts. A top, bottoms and socks start at JPY 15,180.HYROX · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell EX Light Wind Jacket / mont-bell Cool Light T / Sleeveless Shirt / On Performance-T / mont-bell Cross Runner Shorts LightA Full Running Kit (Top, Bottoms, Socks) for 218 gShirts, pants, socks and jackets compared by official weight. A full running kit of top, bottoms and socks comes to 218 g and JPY 12,700. The first thing to add is mont-bell's 45 g wind shell. I compare mont-bell, Nike, On, Tabio and The North Face by weight, fabric and price from their official Japan sites, and say exactly what to wear for each temperature and distance.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): finetrack Dry Layer Basic T / finetrack Dry Layer Cool T / Millet Drynamic Mesh / mont-bell ZEO-LINE Cool MeshRunning Base Layers Start with One 46 g TopDry layers, base layers and inner shorts compared by official weight. My top pick for a running base layer is the finetrack Dry Layer Basic T (46 g). It's an underlayer that doesn't absorb sweat, worn under a shirt that does. I compare 12 pieces, including Millet, mont-bell, Under Armour, Icebreaker and C3fit, by fabric, weight and price from official Japan sites, and pick a top choice for summer, winter, rain and HYROX.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026

Jackets

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Weather Jacket / On Performance Jacket Waterproof / On Performance Long-THow to Choose On Running Apparel8 pieces compared on water repellency, waterproofing and pockets. For On running apparel, take the Weather Vest on cold mornings and the Performance Jacket Waterproof in the rain. I compare 8 pieces sold on the official Japan site by fabric, water repellency and waterproofing, wind protection, reflectivity, pockets and fit, and work out the price gap between the jacket and vest and the total for a matching top and bottom.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Teton Bros. Tsurugi Lite JacketTsurugi Lite Jacket ReviewThe 2026 version keeps 240 g but uses a face yarn 1.5x heavier. The Teton Bros. Tsurugi Lite Jacket (2026 version) is a waterproof shell for people who keep moving in it on rainy mountains. 240 g (M), JPY 41,800, 30-denier Täsmä face fabric. I cover the changes from the 2025 version, how to choose between it and the Feather and Yari, fit, and whether it meets mandatory gear rules, all by official specs.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Teton Bros. Feather Rain JacketFeather Rain Jacket ReviewThe 2026 version is 10 g heavier at 195 g, same price. The Teton Bros. Feather Rain Jacket (2026 version) is rain gear for runners covering long trails with a pack. 195 g (M), 20,000 mm waterproof rating, over 200,000 cycles in abrasion testing, JPY 31,900. I cover the changes from the 2025 version, the 70 g gap to the Yari, fit and mandatory gear.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell Torrent Flier JacketTorrent Flier Jacket ReviewReading the 2026 model, now 47 g heavier. The mont-bell Torrent Flier Jacket (2026 version) is the shell for people who keep moving in rain gear through overnight trail races. 233 g, waterproof rating 20,000 mm+, breathability 50,000 g, JPY 25,500. Why it's 47 g heavier than before, how it differs from the Versalite, fit, and whether it meets mandatory gear rules.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell EX Light Wind Jacket / mont-bell Cool Light T / Sleeveless Shirt / On Performance-T / mont-bell Cross Runner Shorts LightA Full Running Kit (Top, Bottoms, Socks) for 218 gShirts, pants, socks and jackets compared by official weight. A full running kit of top, bottoms and socks comes to 218 g and JPY 12,700. The first thing to add is mont-bell's 45 g wind shell. I compare mont-bell, Nike, On, Tabio and The North Face by weight, fabric and price from their official Japan sites, and say exactly what to wear for each temperature and distance.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Headlamp for trail runningTrail Running Mandatory Gear Across 4 Races' Official Rules80-lumen light, 1 L of water, 130×200 cm blanket. I compare trail running mandatory gear lists across the official rules of 4 races. The base is 9 items required by 3 of the races, and 7 items have numeric specs, such as a light of 80 lumens or more for at least 4 hours, at least 1 L of water, and a blanket of at least 130×200 cm. I also worked through the 2 kg gear rule.Trail running · Oct 15, 2026

Caps

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Ledlenser HF4R (2026 model)Ledlenser HF4R ReviewA 92 g new model that also runs on AAA batteries, vs the Core. The Ledlenser HF4R (2026 model) is a headlamp released in mid-September 2026 at an official JPY 7,480. It weighs 92 g with batteries, lasts 10 hours at 100 lumens, and still lights up on 3 AAA batteries if the rechargeable pack runs out. I read its differences from the older HF4R Core and HF6R against trail race mandatory gear rules.Trail running · Oct 17, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): GronG Fit-in Pouch (running pouch) / ASICS GT-2000 15 / New Balance SuperComp Elite v6 / ASICS METASLEEK20 New Running Releases, Aug–Oct 2026A quick list by release date, plus the one shoe worth buying. Here are 20 new running releases from fall 2026 (Aug–Oct) in release order. My top pick is the ASICS GT-2000 15 (Aug 6, JPY 16,500): about 2 mm more stack and about 20 g lighter. I checked 10 shoes, 3 watches, packs and accessories against official announcements, and flagged items not sold in Japan and early releases.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Garmin Forerunner (GPS running watch) / Amazfit smartwatch / Running pouch / Running capHalf Marathon Pace Chart and CutoffsComparing official time limits at 5 races, only Sendai needs 7:07/km. Comparing half marathon cutoffs and time limits in 5 races' official guidelines, the Sendai International Half Marathon's 2:30 limit requires a 7:07/km pace. I also include a pace chart from 1:30 to 3:00, cutoff paces counted from the start gun, and what to carry based on the number of aid stations.Half marathon · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): mont-bell WIC. Cool Light Cap / mont-bell WIC. Cool Light Shade Cap / The North Face GTD Cap / The North Face Swallowtail CapRunning Caps Start with a 29 g Cap12 caps compared by weight, brim length and UPF. My top pick for a light running cap is the mont-bell WIC. Cool Light Cap (29 g, 6.0 cm brim). I compare 12 caps from mont-bell, The North Face, On and Nike by weight, brim length and UPF from official Japan sites, and show that UPF50+ and 90%+ blocking let through amounts that differ by 5x.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026

Packs

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): On Ultra Vest ProOn Ultra Vest Pro ReviewJPY 26,400 including 10 L and 1 L of water. The On Ultra Vest Pro is On's top-of-the-line trail vest, with a 10 L dry pack and two 500 ml flasks. The official Japan price is JPY 26,400. I read how it differs from the 10 L version and what to check before you buy.Trail running · Oct 17, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): GronG Fit-in Pouch (running pouch) / ASICS GT-2000 15 / New Balance SuperComp Elite v6 / ASICS METASLEEK20 New Running Releases, Aug–Oct 2026A quick list by release date, plus the one shoe worth buying. Here are 20 new running releases from fall 2026 (Aug–Oct) in release order. My top pick is the ASICS GT-2000 15 (Aug 6, JPY 16,500): about 2 mm more stack and about 20 g lighter. I checked 10 shoes, 3 watches, packs and accessories against official announcements, and flagged items not sold in Japan and early releases.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Paagoworks RUSH 7R (2026 model)Paagoworks RUSH 7R ReviewAbout 6.5 L and about 290 g; the 2026 model loses 1 L and 10 g. The Paagoworks RUSH 7R (2026 model) is a vest for mid-distance trails and long training runs without aid. About 6.5 L, about 290 g, one size for 70–100 cm chest. I cover changes from the 2023 model (1 L less, 10 g lighter), choosing among the 3R, 11R and 15R, fit and water capacity.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Paagoworks RUSH 11R (2026 model)Paagoworks RUSH 11R ReviewAbout 12 L and about 340 g, 20 g lighter and 35 mm smaller than before. The Paagoworks RUSH 11R (2026 model) is a vest for 50–70 km trail races carrying poles and a light. About 12 L, about 340 g, 70–100 cm chest. Changes from the 2023 model, choosing among the 15R, 7R and RUSH 20, fit and water capacity, by official specs.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): GronG Fit-in Pack 10 (running backpack)GronG Fit-in Pack 10 Review10 L, about 290 g, JPY 4,980, 40 cm shoulder straps, made for run commuting. The GronG Fit-in Pack 10 is a backpack for smaller-framed runners carrying a load on run commutes or long training runs. 10 L, about 290 g, JPY 4,980, with 40 cm shoulder straps. How it differs from the Fit-in Pouch and other ~10 L packs, fit, and whether it's enough for trail.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Headlamp for trail runningTrail Running Mandatory Gear Across 4 Races' Official Rules80-lumen light, 1 L of water, 130×200 cm blanket. I compare trail running mandatory gear lists across the official rules of 4 races. The base is 9 items required by 3 of the races, and 7 items have numeric specs, such as a light of 80 lumens or more for at least 4 hours, at least 1 L of water, and a blanket of at least 130×200 cm. I also worked through the 2 kg gear rule.Trail running · Oct 15, 2026

Watches

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): COROS PACE 4 ProCOROS PACE 4 Pro ReviewRelease date and changes from the previous model. The COROS PACE 4 Pro is my top pick for runners who want a step up in battery and display while keeping a light watch. Released Sep 24, 2026, JPY 69,960. I also cover how it differs from the PACE 4 and how to choose between it and the APEX 4.Shoes & gear · Oct 16, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): GronG Fit-in Pouch (running pouch) / ASICS GT-2000 15 / New Balance SuperComp Elite v6 / ASICS METASLEEK20 New Running Releases, Aug–Oct 2026A quick list by release date, plus the one shoe worth buying. Here are 20 new running releases from fall 2026 (Aug–Oct) in release order. My top pick is the ASICS GT-2000 15 (Aug 6, JPY 16,500): about 2 mm more stack and about 20 g lighter. I checked 10 shoes, 3 watches, packs and accessories against official announcements, and flagged items not sold in Japan and early releases.Shoes & gear · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Apple Watch Ultra 4Apple Watch Ultra 4 ReviewReading the three battery figures: 18, 25 and 45 hours. The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is the watch for iPhone users racing marathons and triathlons. Outdoor workouts last up to 18 hours, enough for a long-distance race with a 13-hour limit without dialing back settings. From JPY 142,800, 63.0 g. How it differs from the Ultra 3 and Series 12, and what gets switched off in the 25- and 45-hour modes.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Amazfit Balance 3Amazfit Balance 3 ReviewSame battery, 8 more hours of GPS, now 41 hours. The Amazfit Balance 3 is the watch for people who want one device for trail, triathlon and HYROX. Up to 41 hours of high-accuracy GPS, JPY 63,800, 62 g. I worked out the differences from the Balance 2, the titanium version, and whether the battery lasts for each race, using official specs.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Amazfit BalanceWatches for HYROXAmazfit's HYROX mode, prices by model, and how it compares with Garmin. For HYROX, the Amazfit Balance 2 is enough. It has two HYROX modes, race and fitness test, and the Balance 3, which has four, costs JPY 19,910 more. I also cover Garmin's support and the race rules on watches.HYROX · Oct 18, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Garmin Enduro / ASICS NIMBUS MIRAI (the original and the 2 are both listed; check the number in the product name) / Mizuno HYPERWARP (current generation) / On Cloudsurfer12 Upcoming Running ReleasesRelease dates (from Oct 14, 2026) and whether to wait or buy now. A list of 12 upcoming running releases by date. My top picks are the Nike Alphafly 4 (Oct 29, JPY 39,600) and the Garmin Enduro 4 (Oct 22). The NIMBUS MIRAI 2, second-generation HYPERWARP and Cloudsurfer 3 are listed from official announcements only, and I decide whether to wait or buy now.Shoes & gear · Oct 15, 2026

Swim

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): HUUB triathlon wetsuitTriathlon Swim GearRent the wetsuit, buy the goggles and tri suit. A triathlon wetsuit costs JPY 5,800 a week to rent, or from JPY 57,200 to buy. By the math, renting is cheaper until your 10th race. I also compare the rules (5 mm thickness, the 22°C water line), polarized goggles and tri suits by official numbers.Triathlon · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Race number beltTriathlon Has 7 Distance Categories; 78% of 51.5 km Is on the BikeGear rules in the competition rules, and your first costs. There are 7 triathlon distance categories. The standard distance totals 51.5 km, of which 40 km (about 78%) is on the bike. Using the 2026 competition rules, I sort out the rules on wetsuit water temperature, helmet chin straps and handlebars, and work out your first costs.Triathlon · Oct 15, 2026

Bike

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Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Garmin Varia RearVue 820Garmin Varia RearVue 820 ReviewRelease date and price. The Garmin Varia RearVue 820 is my top pick for riders who do long bike sessions on the road and want to know about cars behind them without looking back. Released Oct 16, 2026, JPY 46,800. I also cover how it differs from the RTL515 and which Edge units and watches it works with.Triathlon · Oct 17, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): Race number beltTriathlon Has 7 Distance Categories; 78% of 51.5 km Is on the BikeGear rules in the competition rules, and your first costs. There are 7 triathlon distance categories. The standard distance totals 51.5 km, of which 40 km (about 78%) is on the bike. Using the 2026 competition rules, I sort out the rules on wetsuit water temperature, helmet chin straps and handlebars, and work out your first costs.Triathlon · Oct 15, 2026
Pictured (Rakuten Ichiba): OGK KABUTO RECT (JCF approved, entry road helmet)Choose Triathlon Bike Gear by the RulesYour first bike should be a road bike; the full set is about JPY 210,000. You can put DH bars on a road bike only at draft-illegal races. Draft-legal races allow drop bars only. Using the 2026 competition rules, I sort out the rules for bikes, helmets and shoes, and put the first full set at JPY 208,495.Triathlon · Oct 17, 2026

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