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I am not sure what size, you are looking into, here is a great website for finding plus size athletic wear. One of the things to consider is to read up on the reviews of the fit, some brands will run one size smaller, so a xl feels like a large.  Some will fit right on in size.  It is trial and error unfortunately!  

Honestly, I wear a lot of mens tri stuff. My favorite trisuit of all times (male or female) was a Desoto mens suit from several years ago.

If you really want to stick with female lines, Danksin goes up to an XXL trisuit (18-20) and teamestrogen has some plus sizes.  I've ordered many things from aerotechdesigns. You should definitely check them out for large sizes (tri and cycling clothes).

Hi there! I did a lot of research on plus size wear (I have my first tri in less than 4 weeks). I purchased my top and bottom from REI. I wear 16/18 in jeans and XL in tops. I am also a 40DD and my top and bottoms fit fine. I got 2XL in both of these

http://www.rei.com/product/828545/danskin-tri-shorts-womens-7-inseam 

and

http://www.rei.com/product/828546/danskin-tri-tank-top-womens

I bought a really support sports bra at the begining of the year- i got it offline but I forget what site. Be prepared to spend a little extra on a nice sports bra. I usually double up anyway haha. Good luck!!!

my fave so far is the Mens Desoto Forza tri bib.  its fits me better since it's a bib style with the thin tri padding ,  I can fit my hips and the bib styling makes the chest size not a problem.  I wear my Enell sports bra under it with a compression tank top and I'm good to go swim,bike, and run.

Good luck and enjoy your race

For super athenas (I'm a size 3x) I go to the following sites:
http://www.justmysize.com - tech tees are great here & some nice cotton tees

http://www.aerotechdesigns.com/pluswoman.htm# - any bicycle clothing including capris. I found the cycle shirts a bit short but the bottoms are awesome.

http://www.junonia.com/plus-size-bathing-suits-swimwear-triathlon.html - They are currently sold out of rashguards. I train in the aquatard but don't use it for races.  

If you are from Canada and live near the border then just get a mailbox across the line (PM me if you need help). You can also call them and they will be able to do a custom shipment at JustMySize.

My #1 reccommendation is for the Moving Comfort Sports bras - Juno and Fiona are my favorites (just different back closures).   They are fine to swim in, and then go right into the bike and run and know you are supported.

I got an SLS3 outfit last year because they are longer tops and go over your hips, but I don't think they go beyond a XL  (I'm a 38D and it's roomy).  They also have a 7" inseam tri short which is nice.  I just didn't go with them this year because I am not a fan of the color choices on the tops and I have enough black shorts.

Tops are trial and error, just keep trying on until you find something you like.  If you order online, make sure they have a liberal return policy.   You didn't mention your size, but swimoutlet.com has a great clearance section.

Kristin, Ohio

I just realized this place is not too far from me. They seem to have some good prices. I am going to check them out one day. Thanks for the tip.

I've just looked at aerotech so far - and they have a LOT of selection that will work for me - another "super" athena.

It is funny looking through clearance on these sites...and they always have XS...funny isn't it. I see that in the store too. Do they make more of the smaller sizes or do the smaller sizes sell less?!!? (MAYBE the sizes are too small?!?!) 

Thanks Twink - if you're ever state side doing a tri...let me know :-)

Thanks Lisa! I might be heading south next season! I've added you to my friends list as well