questions about tri suits for larger women

I like 2 piece because #1. I am different sizes on top and bottom..  #2 makes emergency pit stops much easier.   

I've found huge differences in the way different brands of tri tops fit.  I'd suggest trying on different brands to find the one that fits you best, then you can decide to buy online if you wish.  (I like to buy locally to support the stores).

Hi Sarah! I'm about the same on top (34DD to 38D, depending on manufacturer), with big shoulders, and I have had to purchase men's tops or trisuits (size M or L) to get my arms to fit and the shoulders to be comfortable.

You might be better off with two pieces, since you are quite tall as well.

Danskin makes great trisuits for larger-sized women.

Check the return policy of any online purchases, but almost always they let you return items. I have had good success with www.sportsbasement.com, www.trisports.com, and www.swimoutlet.com.

Good luck!

Yeah, most tri stuff in a store is made for thin midgets.  Seriously....their version of "large" is laughable.  I know it's supposed to be tight, but COME ON....

The swimsuits might be right....swimsuits for the pool are supposed to be tight.  I'm 5'5" and when I was 155 I would wear a 34 and I have big boobs.  I'm in a 38 now at 190 pounds.  Do they make a 34L?  I would say that would be your size.

Now, on to trisuits.  As someone else suggested...you could try:

1. Men's tri stuff...probably made for the 5'10" figure.  But not made for boobs.
2. Two piece suits....

Also, give http://www.teamestrogen.com/ a try.  GREAT women's clothing, no hassle if you return in because it doesn't fit and they have some "plus sizes".  Though, you don't sound like a plus size to me...just tall.

Thanks for the great links in this thread!  I think I found myself a relatively inexpensive pair of tr shorts! (my first!) Woo hoo.

 So do you ladies think (in general) that the shorts run a little small?  I'm not sure if I should get a med or large.  I wear a size 6 or 8 in regular clothes.

Get the Large pants.  Since they are super stretchy, they will definitely fit fine.  It's okay to go a little big on that kind of thing   I'm the same size bottom and that's what I do.

I was also going to second the Danskin tri-suit for "normal" shaped girls.  My bust isn't quite as large, but I have no trouble zipping over the sports bra.  Only bummer is (at least when I looked) the only option was basic black or black with a small flower design.  It's pretty black and severe looking.  It's my favorite tri outfit so far, comfort-wise.

Ugh, this just brings back memories trying on the team uniform for the tri club I joined a fewmonths ago.  Humiliating!  That's just not right, for an otherwise "Medium" sized woman. 

Depends on the brand...what brand are you looking at?

ETA: I am a size 8, and wear a medium or large depending on the brand TYPICALLY...but I have a few pairs that are small and XL.

I just got a pair of Zoot shorts from trisports.com in a size medium and I am going to be returning them. Can you say Muffin Top!!! Yikes, it was bad.

Anyone have any reccomendations for anti muffin top shorts?

What outlet? Swimoutlet?

Tracy-

We have a Pearl Izumi outlet here in Orlando.  I'm not sure where you are located, but if there is a PrimeOne outlet mall around you that is where I found mine.

I could only wish for such an outlet!!!! Lucky you!

I just got a pair of Desoto tri shorts for 19.99 and the bra top for 19.99 at www.gotrisports.com!

The only bad thing is that it was in their clearance section and they can't be returned.  But I think they're going to fit based on the info in this thread.  Thanks ladies!

Where is the outlet?  Is it off International?  If so, I am headed to Cheers there tonight and I  might as well stop in and see what they have.  I was looking for the Danskin outlet store there, but I called and the number was disconnected, so I think the store is closed.