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Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri?
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 2009-07-23 8:05 AM |
Expert  1118   , North Carolina |  Subject: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri?I'm gearing up for my first Triathlon, and figuring out what to wear seems more difficult than training! I didn't care for the padded Tri shorts, so I just bought compression shorts. Do Tri shorts make much difference? As for the top half, I considered just going in a sports bra top for the swim then putting a tank over it for the rest. I'd rather have a tight shirt with a built in bra for the whole distance, but can never find one with enough support to run in. Then there is the material to think about; I don't want to feel totally soggy the whole way. My event is a short one, so I don't have worry about comfort for a long period of time. I'm just confused about getting the right amount of support with the least resistance and water retention. Maria |
| 2009-07-23 8:17 AM in reply to: #2303184 |
Elite 3471  Evergreen, CO | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? Compression shorts work fine for shorter races -- that's what I used for several tris. I wouldn't recommend trying to put a shirt on in T1 unless it has a full zipper -- I've seen people try it and the dry shirts gets stuck on the wet skin and takes forever to put on. A fitted top over a sports bra will work in the water, just make sure there's no chaffing under your arms. And no cotton because it holds water. I'm considering getting a tri top because it covers more skin for sun protection than the racerback top I usually wear. Good luck on your race!!! |
| 2009-07-23 9:20 AM in reply to: #2303184 |
Veteran 204 | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? I looked and looked for a full length top w/ built in bra to wear for my upcoming tri. Ultimately, I felt running tops weren't tight enough around my stomach area for the swim...and tri-tops were so tight around the same area they were uncomfortable. So, I said the h@ll w/ it and bought the DeSoto Micro bra. I intend to wear that with tri shorts, no plans to put a second top over. The fabric seems very similar to other tri-tops I've looked at, and dries very quickly. They have other styles w/ more coverage. Even though I'm not sporting six-pack abs like the really hardcore women, I figure they're not bad after all of this training! |
| 2009-07-23 12:20 PM in reply to: #2303184 |
Expert 1118 , North Carolina | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? Thanks for the tips! I found a tight shirt with a built in bra that I think is going to be supportive enough for the run. I think I'm going to wear it for my workout tonight at the Y which includes swimming and see how it feels. But I'm still open to other options/advice... |
| 2009-07-23 12:30 PM in reply to: #2303184 |
Pro 5011 Twin Cities | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? sport bra and tri shorties or briefs. |
| 2009-07-24 6:18 AM in reply to: #2303184 |
Expert 1118 , North Carolina | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? Well, I wore the tight shirt with the built in bra and compression shorts for swimming laps last night ant it was all good; however, when I got out I was hauling a lot of water along with me! Felt a bit heavy and soggy. Next time I swim laps I'll try it in a sports bra top with the shorts and see if that feels better when I get out. Maybe I should take a shower in my clothes than go for a bike ride wet to see how it feels! I would kind of prefer the more coverage, but comfort is more important here. |
| 2009-07-28 2:02 PM in reply to: #2303184 |
Elite 3471 Evergreen, CO | Subject: RE: Ladies - What do you wear for a Tri? Your shirt must have cotton in it, because a non-cotton technical shirt won't hold any water. |
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