Triathlons and swimming

[Onzlouk]

In august of this year im doing a triathlon with a mate to raise money for make-a-wish, its the first one we have done.
Im pretty fit anyway but have stepped up the training to get ready for the event. Today however i went swimming, the first time i have swam and meant it since being at school and im crap....... Anybody got any tips?!
Are there any triathletes on here with advice for any beginner kit etc? i have my eye on a road bike at the minute, obviously at the moment its not that serious so i dont need all the Gucci gear i keep seeing like the £3500 bikes or the £600 wetsuit!

[anonymous-user]

get a coach. around £30 for a year and more value than any piece of kit you can buy. an hour should be enough for a decent coach to get your technique straight. with a bit of luck they can give you some nutrition tips too!