About

I'm Bill Brown, and I'm a triathlon enthusiast and general fitness nerd who spends too much time thinking about gear. I started Fitness Gear Guide in early 2024 because I was tired of product reviews that read like ad copy. Every "best of" list seemed to recommend whatever paid the highest affiliate commission, and I kept buying stuff that disappointed me.

So I started writing the reviews I wished existed. Honest takes on the gear I actually use for swimming, cycling, running, and the strength training that keeps me from falling apart between races.

What you'll find here

Mostly triathlon and endurance gear: running shoes, wetsuits, bike computers, hydration vests, GPS watches. But also home gym equipment, because most triathletes I know have a squat rack in their garage and opinions about barbells. If it helps you train smarter or race faster, I've probably tested it or spent way too long researching it.

How I pick what to recommend

I test what I can get my hands on and research the rest thoroughly. I read specs, dig through user reviews, and talk to other athletes about what's actually holding up after six months of use. Nobody pays me to recommend their products. When I link to something on Amazon, I do earn a small affiliate commission if you buy it, but that never changes what I recommend. The picks come first, the links come after.

Say hi

Got a question about a product? Think I got something wrong? Have a gear suggestion I should look into? I'd like to hear from you: support@fitnessgearguide.com.