Category: Product review

Product review posts include my honest and unbiased opinions. I clearly label sponsored posts. I do not review any products that I think are unethical. Most of my reviews are for self-purchased products. If a product does not meet my expectations, I ask the provider to rectify the problems. I include this information in my review. If you want me to review a product, please get in touch.

I’ve reviewed many items of clothing for swimming, cycling and running as well as writing product reviews of accessories such as goggles.

I’ve road-tested many nutrition products.

I also enjoy reviewing books aimed at triathletes (or swimmers, cyclists and runners).

1 March 2017

Brug review

I’ve been fortunate enough to test a Kickstarter project recently: Brug by Wunderlife… An innovative bag/rug combo. This is a really interesting product that I think will appeal to a wide range of people. The brug can fold up really small (about the size of a 2-pint carton of milk). Which means that it could easily be packed in a suitcase...

Product review Comments: 0

12 February 2017

Work less, run more

… that’s one of the slogans of a new brand on the fitness scene: Season’s Trail. It’s an online running brand that allows you to purchase complete coordinated running outfits (and we all know that I love to wear matching outfits!) How does Season’s Trail work? It’s a similar model to Fabletics, but has a couple of advantages: for men...

Kit/Product review Comment: 1

21 January 2017

Cold and slow

A brief review of my visit to Netley Abbey parkrun to celebrate Big dave’s 250th parkrun

Product review/Running Comments: 9

9 January 2017

Big round up

It feels like ages since I’ve had a chance to blog. Christmas was hectic and baby M takes up an awful lot of time (who knew it was possible to sit doing nothing but watch a baby for hours!) The good news is that I’m getting back to running after having a baby and it’s fine! Penrose parkrun On Christmas...

Kit/Product review/Running Comments: 8

11 October 2016

Fast Fuel – eating for success… and a giveaway

Even if you’ve not been following my blog for long, you’ll know that nutrition is important to me. I’ve successfully managed to lose weight by eating a healthy balanced diet. I have only put on 7-8lbs by Week 39 of pregnancy by eating well, so I’m always interested in learning more about nutrition. Who is Renee McGregor As we saw...

Nutrition/Product review Comments: 11

4 October 2016

What are your favourite goggles?

I’d really hoped to go running with a friend yesterday afternoon, but after a day of rushing around and trying to get my house organised, I felt quite tired. I still prefer to run than to swim, but I knew that I should go swimming as I haven’t made it to the pool much recently. As a child, I didn’t...

Product review/Swimming Comments: 2

8 August 2016

Are you feeling lucky? Phoenix Fit UK elastic laces review and giveaway

I’ve been lucky enough to have some new laces to try recently. This blog post is my Phoenix Fit UK elastic laces review. They come in a wide range of colours. This pair especially appealed to me as they match my favourite trainers… which match my Team SOAS kit. I have tried various elastic lace systems in the past, but...

Kit/Product review Comments: 17

4 August 2016

Have you heard of OOFOs?

At the beginning of July, I was sent a pair of OOFOS to try out. I’d not heard of them before, but OOFOS are described as ‘footwear recovery specialists’. I was initially sceptical about the product, but after reading that OOFOS recovery footwear was awarded ‘Gear of the Year 2015’ by Runner’s World USA I thought there might be something...

Kit/Product review Comments: 15

28 July 2016

Thursday Tri Reads – Triathlon Plus August 2016 issue

My iron levels are currently low and I’m not able to train as much as usual, but that’s not going to stop me from working towards my triathlon goals. Even if I can’t be physically active, I can still keep my mind active and keep learning. This week, I’ve been reading the latest issue of Triathlon Plus. It’s got loads...

Product review/Triathlon Comment: 1

27 June 2016

In the Buff…

Although I own a car, I rarely drive it as most of the places that I want to go to are an easy cycle commute from my house. Every day, I cycle to work. Although it’s only a couple of miles, it’s quite a good workout as it is hilly. However, I need to be prepared for all weather, which...

Cycling/Product review Comments: 0

Hi, I'm Tamsyn!

Triathlete | Blogger | Running Coach & Fitness Instructor

As an overweight couch potato, I decided to turn my life around. I lost over 33lbs/15kg and now love keeping fit and healthy. In February 2013, I set myself a challenge to complete an iron-distance triathlon (2.4 mile/3.8k swim; 112 mile/180k bike; 26.2 mile/42.2k run).

Since starting my triathlon journey, I’ve:

learnt to swim and completed a 17.5km sea swim

bought my first road bike and cycled across Japan

run six marathons.

had a baby.

I’ve not completed an Ironman yet… but I’m getting there.