Collection: Swimwear

When the water temperature is too high for a wetsuit, but you still want maximum speed and minimal water resistance, a swimskin is the obvious choice. Swimskins are designed for competitive use, especially in triathlons, where rules sometimes prohibit wetsuits in swimming. Although swimskins do not provide the buoyancy of a wetsuit, they help you maintain an optimal body position in the water and reduce friction, allowing you to swim faster and more efficiently.

A swimskin is not just an extra piece of fabric – it is a high-tech product, designed with a focus on hydrodynamics, compression and freedom of movement. It acts as a streamlined outer layer that you put on over your trisuit during the swim and can quickly take off in T1. At Transition Zone we only sell swimskin from Sailfish, who are known for providing some of the best equipment for triathletes worldwide.

Although a swimskin cannot replace a wetsuit in terms of buoyancy, it offers other important advantages – especially when wetsuits are not allowed. One of the biggest benefits of using a swimskin is the significantly reduced water resistance. The material in a swimskin is extremely water-repellent and smooth, which means that the water slides more easily over the body, thus creating less friction. This saves you valuable seconds – especially over longer distances.

Additionally, a swimskin also provides light compression, which can contribute to better body control and a more stable position in the water. The tight fit reduces drag from your trisuit, which can otherwise create resistance and disrupt the flow. For triathletes who pay attention to detail and seek every performance advantage, a swimskin is an essential piece of competition equipment.

Another big advantage is that swimskins are easy to take off. The zipper on the back makes it quick to pull off when switching from swimming to cycling, so you can get on with the race without wasting time.

Sailfish is one of the most recognized brands in the triathlon world – and that includes their swimskins. Sailfish combines German engineering with a sharp focus on performance and fit. Their swimskins are developed in close collaboration with elite swimmers and triathletes and are tested in competition situations all over the world.

Sailfish Swimskin models are made of ultra-light, water-repellent materials with a close-fitting ergonomic design and minimal stitching to reduce water resistance. Most models use hydrophobic fabrics with a Teflon coating, which provides a smooth surface and high flexibility. This ensures both high speed in the water and maximum comfort during use.

Sailfish swimskins are available in both men's and women's models and in several sizes, so you can find the version that fits your body type perfectly. The fit is crucial - a swimskin should fit snugly without restricting your movement, which is why we always recommend that you check the size guide carefully or contact us for guidance.

At Transition Zone we specialise in triathlon, cycling and swimming gear – and we know how important the right gear is on race day. Our range of Sailfish swimskins is carefully curated and constantly updated with the latest models and technologies. We only carry products we can vouch for – and Sailfish is a brand we can confidently recommend.

We offer fast delivery, personal advice and the option of returning if the size does not fit initially. If you have any questions about choosing a swimskin, sizes or use in a competition context, you are always welcome to contact us. We will be happy to help you find the perfect solution so that you stand out at the starting line – even when the wetsuit stays in the bag.