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2011-07-29 9:37 AM


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Subject: First Sprint Tri Gear

I'm getting ready for my first sprint tri in late September, and I need advice on gear. Most importantly, I'm looking for suggestions for good tri-shorts. Wetsuits are not allowed for this race, so I planned on just wearing shorts from start to finish. What are some other key pieces I might want to have, outside of bike, shoes, helmet? Thanks



2011-07-30 5:10 AM
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Subject: RE: First Sprint Tri Gear

I'm also preparing for my first tri and had many of the same questions.

I finally broke down and bought tri shorts (Zoot 8-inch TriFit shorts) which I got on sale at Team Estrogen. Though I have yet to try them wet, I was thrilled after my first bike/run last week. The thin chamois was perfect for the ride and I couldn't even feel it during the run. Plus, the shorts are tight to the point that they really supported my thighs - it felt like light compression though I don't remember that being in the product description.

The other thing I got was a bib belt so that I don't have to mess with safety pins and t-shirts, etc.

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