What wetsuit should I buy for triathlon?

You could wear a water-sports wetsuit for a triathlon, although you will find it significantly harder both during the swim and also getting it off in transition. A water-sports suit is likely to be enough of a hindrance that you won’t need to worry about being in the mix for the medals.

What thickness are triathlon wetsuits?

Choose from thin suits that have a thickness of 2mm (or less!) or fuller suits with a thickness of 8mm. Depending on what you need your wetsuit for you should consider if you need a “shortie” or semi-dry wetsuit.

Do triathlon wetsuits keep you warm?

Triathlon wetsuits are not only designed to keep you warm but they also can keep you cool enough to prevent overheating. Made from neoprene, the thickness of the fabric varies with triathlon wetsuit brands. The neoprene used to make wetsuits is designed to hold a small amount of water between your body and the suit.

Can you wear a shorty wetsuit for a triathlon?

So, in the UK the vast majority of open water swims and triathlon events will allow wetsuit use. You may wear a wetsuit if the temperature is 79 (26°C) degrees to 84 (28.9°C) degrees but you won’t be eligible for awards. Anything 85 (29.5°C) degrees or over, no wetsuits are allowed.

Is it easier to swim in a wetsuit?

In cold water, a wetsuit makes it easier to swim by keeping you warm. While a thinner wetsuit will be less buoyant than a thicker wetsuit, either will help you float while expending less energy.

Do you wear anything under a wetsuit?

Wearing nothing under your wetsuit is totally acceptable, and a matter of personal preference. However, consider these factors: Chafing: Wetsuits can chafe. Give it a try, and wear a swimsuit if it’s uncomfortable.

Is it easier to put on a wetsuit wet or dry?

If you are wet or sweaty, trinewbies.com suggests cooling off and towel drying before attempting to put on your wetsuit, as wet or sweaty skin will make it “extremely difficult to slip the wetsuit on and could lead to excessive pulling on the suit and possible tearing.” Find a cool, shady spot or, better yet, if the

Should a wetsuit be tight?

A well fitting wetsuit should feel tight … Move around, stretch, swing your arms and get a feel for it. Bear in mind that your new wetsuit will loosen slightly and become more flexible when wet —because of this we believe its always best to go for a suit that’s slightly tight, rather than slightly loose.

Can you swim a triathlon in a surf wetsuit?

The answer is Yes! You can use a triathlon wetsuit for surfing. Be careful when you come in contact with your surfboard or fins, because the outer layer of a Triathlon wetsuit is fragile.

How much should you spend on a wetsuit?

For your first wetsuit I would suggest spending between £100-£200 to ensure that it will last you a long time, keep you warm and to make sure that you enjoy the activity of your choice to the maximum.

How cold is too cold to swim without a wetsuit?

It is very common to have an otherwise comfortable swim where your forehead is so cold it makes for an uncomfortable swim. Just for some perspective, in our opinion, water (without a wetsuit) feels quite cold under 65 degrees. Comfortable around 70-75.

Do I need a wetsuit for 60 degree water?

For this reason, you will need a wetsuit to surf in 60° F water, as we’ll look at in more detail in a section below in this article. If you don’t have a wetsuit, you will struggle to last more than about 15 minutes surfing in water of this temperature, and even then it won’t be very pleasant.

Can you open water swim without a wetsuit?

A: It can feel very different swimming without a wetsuit, especially if you are used to using one in open water. You’ll have to deal with the reduced buoyancy as well as the cold water. If your leg kicks fades then your speed will really drop and the swim will become harder and harder.