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2009-06-30 8:18 AM

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Subject: Wetsuit
So, I am considering buying a wetsuit but I wonder if it is really necessary.  If the temperature is a certain level they won't let you wear it anyway right?  So unless I am planning on doing a "cold weather" tri why buy one?  I don't want to train with something I cannot use race day and I don't want to spend the $$ on that when I can buy other gear.  What is the concensus here?  I am a newbie so sorry if this seems dumb.....

2009-06-30 8:30 AM
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Yes, you want a wetsuit if you're going to do more than a couple tris and do it over a year or so. I picked one up during a closeout and I'm glad I did. I didn't think I would wear it that much but it's ended up being used more often than not and 60 degree water is perfect for a full sleeve wetsuit.

If you want to see what kind or test it out first, rent one and see for yourself if you want to buy it.
2009-06-30 8:38 AM
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Rent or borrow one to try, you'll be shocked at the benefit you get from its buoyancy. It's not all about temps.

What length race are you doing?
2009-06-30 9:12 AM
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I am doing the HIM florida 70.3 next May and then, hopefully, the Ironman Madison in Sept 2010.  I just want to make sure I will be able to actually use the suit.  I hear the water is pretty warm in Florida and Wisconsin in September should be ok......I know I can get a wetsuit for not that much but if I can't use it racing why buy it?  Like I said I'm a rookie so I am trying to figure things out. Thanks
2009-06-30 12:53 PM
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Subject: RE: Wetsuit
During the summer, the lake temps around here get comfortable enough to go without a wetsuit BUT I still always wear it because I do most of my OWS by myself. The extra bouyancy gives me peace of mind that if I have a cramp or other problem I can pretty much float with little effort.
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