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 2017-04-07 2:35 PM |
 3 |  Subject: First TriathlonLearning about all things triathlon before my first race. This race is total noncompetitive and just for fun. It is a relatively short sprint distance. Depending on my experience I may do longer and more competitive races in the future. Plan is to do the whole race in tri shorts. I am a male with relatively dark hair. Is leg shaving a must when you wear tri shorts? Any reason I should consider shaving them for my first race since it is a sprint and noncompetitive? Are hairy legs an issue when body marking? Any other thoughts and suggestions for first timer. |
| 2017-04-07 2:44 PM in reply to: adow527 |
702   Aledo, Texas | Subject: RE: First Triathlon Originally posted by adow527 Learning about all things triathlon before my first race. This race is total noncompetitive and just for fun. It is a relatively short sprint distance. Depending on my experience I may do longer and more competitive races in the future. Plan is to do the whole race in tri shorts. I am a male with relatively dark hair. Is leg shaving a must when you wear tri shorts? Any reason I should consider shaving them for my first race since it is a sprint and noncompetitive? Are hairy legs an issue when body marking? Any other thoughts and suggestions for first timer. Good for you, hope you enjoy it. Answers to your questions: shaving legs - not required reason to do so - in your situation, none body marking issues due to hairy legs - none Enjoy your training, and keep at it. If the swim is an open water swim, that is a whole different animal than in the pool. Practice open water swimming. Brick workouts are your friend. Finally, let us know how it goes! |
| 2017-04-08 1:10 AM in reply to: LundyLund |
Elite 5316 Alturas, California | Subject: RE: First Triathlon Agree with above. Most folks wear tri shorts and a tri top for the entire race, even for Ironman distance triathlons. Basically pick a training plan that you can stick with and follow it to race day. You don't need the fastest bike, an aero helmet or any of that. Basic bike, tri shorts/top, shoes, socks, racebelt, bike shoes if your bike is clip-in and you are good to go. Welcome to the sport, don't get too caught up in the gadgets unless it is fun for you. Join a mentor group for more info if you want. I run one, but any will be fine for you. |
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