Subject: RE: Clothing strategy for DuathlonsI think it all depends on what you can run in and what your butt is made out of. Through experimentation I have discovered I can run in thinner pad bike shorts, tri shorts and compression shorts. I cannot run with a gel or thicker camy. I can bike with compression shorts and it has not bothered me to much. It depends on the length of the ride. I could probably do up to 20 miles wearing compression shorts. So in answer to your question. I definitely think you should wear pants. I don't usually wear socks when cycling. I would wear a top. To keep the sun off my back and to avoid all the pointing, staring and general looks of horror. Me running without a shirt could also be called "Clothing Tragedy for Duathons". Shoes would be helpful, especially in the run. I heard about a guy who ran the Chicago Marathon last year barefoot! Yikes! Definitely wear a helmet. Especially in the bike part. I have seen people wear their helmet through the run. I think they also had a drool cup hanging under the chin. Wear whatever and live and learn. That's how I did it. |