Is a full wetsuit needed?

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2005-01-05 2:59 PM

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Subject: Is a full wetsuit needed?
I have a wetsuit (but not a full) and was wondering if a full is needed for west coast ocean swimming. Specifically the Ralph's half ironman in March.

2005-01-05 3:08 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
I wet suit is never NEEDED...but it might make your life a little happier.
2005-01-05 4:10 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
What's water temps?
2005-01-05 4:24 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
I have a friend that did a tri in San Diego and he also had a sleeveless wetsuit. He was fine with the water temp.
2005-01-05 4:27 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
I think the water temp is in that 59-61 degrees range.
2005-01-05 4:40 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
According to the link below, in 2002 the water temp was 65.

http://www.xtri.com/article.asp?id=640

I'll be wearing a full. cya there!



2005-01-05 9:11 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
Hey, being the worst swimmer out there...I need all the bouyance I can get...I say go for a full wetsuit anytime you can!!
2005-01-07 3:49 PM
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Subject: RE: Is a full wetsuit needed?
I think if it's cold enough to need a wetsuit then go w/ sleeves. 59-61 is flat frigid to swim in, IMO.
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