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2004-08-23 9:22 AM

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Subject: Max Water Temp for Wetsuit?
In general what is the Max Water Temp that races allow a wetsuit? If there is usually a range please let me know.

I will be swimming in Lake Erie next weekend, and the current water temps are around 70 degrees, but it may go up a little based on the weather. What do you think?


2004-08-23 10:00 AM
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Subject: RE: Max Water Temp for Wetsuit?
ASAT Rules on wetsuits

4.4 Wet suits.

Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wet suit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. When the water temperature is greater than 78 degrees, but less than 84 degrees Fahrenheit, age group participants may wear a wet suit at their own discretion, provided however that participants who wear a wet suit within this temperature range shall not be eligible for prizes or awards. Age group participants shall not wear wet suits in water temperatures equal to or greater than 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The wetsuit policy for elite athletes shall be determined by the USAT Athletes Advisory Council.

4.5 Notice Of Wet Suit Policy.

The wet suit policy for any particular race shall be included on all race literature that is intended for distribution to potential participants. The wet suit policy shall conform to Section 4.4, unless a change is granted in compliance with Section 1.4. The wet suit policy on such literature shall include the following information, if applicable:

(a) Any changes from Section 4.4;
(b) Any specific restrictions on equipment;
(c) Any disparity between the wet suit policy for age group athletes and the policy for elite athletes.
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