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 2004-06-03 1:30 AM |
 2 |  Subject: Transitions/ClothingPerhaps a basic question from a beginner, how does one change gear during a tri.....or is their universal gear that can be worn in the swim (assuming no wetsuit is required), bike & run ? |
| 2004-06-03 5:38 AM in reply to: #28807 |
Member 32 | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing just about any tight fitting running gear can be used for the swim,bike and run. Desoto sport makes clothing just for triathlons but so does several other companies. |
| 2004-06-03 7:40 AM in reply to: #28807 |
Champion 8903     | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Yes, there are several triathlon-specific shorts and 1-piece suits that can be worn under the wetsuit or simply be used to swim in if the water is warm enough. These shorts have a padded seat sewn in for the bike, but they're not as heavily padded as a standard pair of biking shorts, so the pad dries more quickly and you're not feeling like you are sitting on a wet sponge. And they are comfortable enough for triathlon distances. And you simply run in them as well. Check these sites for what you might need: http://trisports.com/index.html http://www.all3sports.com/ http://www.desotosport.com/ Welcome to the forum BTW! Max |
| 2004-06-03 8:56 AM in reply to: #28807 |
Extreme Veteran 531 Boston, MA | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Slightly off topic, but this thread made me think about it... What temperature would you say is the point where you could compete without a wetsuit and have no significant problems...? |
| 2004-06-03 9:43 AM in reply to: #28807 |
Expert 751 Texarkana, TX | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing The rule is that wetsuits are allowed in water temperature up to 78F. However, I swam in 74F water several weeks ago. It was a little shocking at first, but I got used to it. I guess it also varies from person to person based on their tolerance for, uh, pain. |
| 2004-06-03 12:32 PM in reply to: #28807 |
Champion 11641 Fairport, NY | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing I've been wondering about this too. I haven't done my first tri yet and won't buy a tri suit this year because I really want to minimize my investment until I know I'll be doing more. I do have bike shorts and a compression type swim suit. So my question is: for a Sprint, would you wear the bike shorts or the swim suit? Edited by marmadaddy 2004-06-03 12:32 PM |
| 2004-06-03 12:49 PM in reply to: #28807 |
| Member 31 Tunbridge Wells, Kent | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing I'd wear the swim suit and then pull the bike shorts on over the top in transition. Tina |
| 2004-06-03 2:16 PM in reply to: #28807 |
Regular 133 Seattle | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Generally, you have two options for clothing: 1) A tri-suit, or some combination thereof. This is either a one-piece or two pieces, but the essential idea is that the bottom part has a small, quick-drying chamois. You wear it for the swim, bike, and run. Not quite as padded as full "biking" shorts, but that also means not too much bulk for the swim/run. (This is what Max is referring to above) 2) change clothes as needed. For iron-distance races, there is a changing tent (one per gender) at each transition. While nudity on the course is usually grounds for DQ, it is ok in the tent. For a long ride, I like having the full padding of regular biking shorts, as well as a nice run-specific short. For shorter races, you'll need to master the patented "towel method", if you want to change shorts. Practice a few times, and you shouldn't have any problems. |
| 2004-06-03 4:06 PM in reply to: #28807 |
Champion 5495 Whizzzzzlandia Silver member | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing I would take the plunge and make the investment (sometimes about $50-$75) and buy a tri specific suit. Then you won't have anything to worry about. I wore a 1 piece suit for my first race... and I was wishing it was a 2 piece when I was trying to peel it off in the porta pottie during T1... It performed really well, though, and I don't regret buying it one bit. I will wear it again this year. I'll just make sure I use the bathroom BEFORE I start the race(!) It's a brand called "Irongirl". I later broke down and bought a 2 piece Zoot suit (for variety's sake) and found that it worked well also, although the top seemed to run a bit large, and ideally I should have had a sports bra on underneath. I didn't want to have to worry about changing clothes at all during the race, and these suits really worked out great, despite the sports bra issue. I'd recommend either one. Incidentally, THIS YEAR, I bought a pair of Sugoi Power Tri shorts and I've really liked them alot too... I've been wearing them in training... and will probably wear them, along with the matching top, at one of my races this year. Hey, I like to shop... it's all about the outfits... even when you're sweaty and disgusting. I want to look coordinated when they snap my photo as I cross the finish line!!! (God willing!) Hee hee!  LWEdited by Whizzer 2004-06-03 4:07 PM |
| 2004-06-03 10:35 PM in reply to: #28807 |
Champion 11641 Fairport, NY | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Thanks for the suggestions. I suppose the best thing for me to do is experiment during some bricks. This community is just great. Whizzer, if you could explain the bit about 'the investment' to the CFO (aka my wife), I'd appreciate it. :) Edited by marmadaddy 2004-06-03 10:37 PM |
| 2004-06-04 1:11 PM in reply to: #29010 |
Champion 5495 Whizzzzzlandia Silver member | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Oh I hear ya! Luckily (I guess?) my husband has a hobby that is EVEN MORE expensive and extensive than TRIATHLON... He flies and owns and just bought a hangar for his antique airplane (!)  |
| 2004-06-04 1:48 PM in reply to: #28833 |
Got Wahoo? 5423 San Antonio | Subject: RE: Transitions/Clothing Jameson, I did a tri in 55 degree water without a wet suit (I couldn't breathe for the first 3/4 of a mile, but that is another thread) so the answer to you question is whatever you can do, you can do. If you're concerned, go to a body of water before your race and swim the distance without a suit to see how you function.... |
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