Subject: Wetsuit...... I'm not cheap, I'm just on a budget Hello, here's my first question of many I'm sure. My first race will be the HITS sprint in Ocala, Fl in March. Water temps are predicted to be hovering around 60F (according to posts on this site). Prudence would dictate that I should have a wetsuit for the event, however my budget is shot. I do own a short leg, long sleeve scuba wetsuit. I know that tri suits are built specifically to swim in, but do you think I could make it do for a race? My wife has been supportive of me getting a road bike, moving my gym membership to a gym with a pool (more expensive), and the increased training schedule, but I also know I have asked a lot on a sport I haven't raced in yet. I'm going to a tri clinic this weekend and I'm going to go for a swim in it to see how it feels. Actually I guess I have another option. The suit also has a long pant bib part. It's a two piece set for cool and cold water. The long pant piece would leave my shoulders free. My next planned race is in May when water temps should be rising. What do you think guys? I don't want to be laughed off of the course or set myself up for trouble, but I'm in a bit of a spot. Has anyone else been in a situation like this? Thanks. |