What type of wetsuit do I need to buy to compete in the Chicago Triathlon on August 29, 2010?
Posted by Ray Gill
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I see a lot of people wearing shorties or 3/4 types in last year’s photos, but I wonder if I could get away with a full suit – then I could wear it in a wider range of water temps. Any thoughts? Does anyone know what the water temp is in Lake Michigan that time of year?
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you should try to demo a few suits or borrow a friends to try out before you buy. tri wetsuits are expensive and you don’t want to be stuck with something you don’t like. many times people will prefer sleeveless because it makes them feel less claustrophobic.
I think you should be fine in a full suit. About that time of year is when Lake Michigan is usually the warmest, but it really doesn’t get that warm, mid-70s max.
Go with the full suit. You would only go with a shortie or sleeveless if you had a fear of overheating.
The full suit is also faster by 8% compared to the sleeveless.