Open Water Swimming Wetsuit Temperature
Some open water swimmers find these temperatures too high for serious swimming.
Open water swimming wetsuit temperature. Tyr hurricane cat 1. Yamamoto scs 40 areodome 39 neoprene. British triathlon rules in britain most open water and triathlon events are governed by british triathlon rules. Water temperature and the wetsuit rules.
How do i know which suit is legal. Like a swimming pool. The trn with 5mm thick panels around the hips and legs is warm and buoyant making it ideal for swimmers who need some help keeping their legs close to the surface. Check best price.
Recommendations for 200 open water wetsuit. Just short swims 1000 1500 yards but i d go longer with a good suit used to go 2000 3000 yards in the pool. The water temperature is taken 1 hour before the start of the race and the following rules then apply. Don t wear a wetsuit.
58 62f in my area since corona. During fina events wetsuits are compulsory in water below. Less than 14oc then wetsuits must be worn between 14oc and 22oc then wetsuits are optional. Water temperature between 16 and 17 9 o.
Swimmers should not be competing. However you always move just below or slightly above the water surface. Water temperature of 20 o and above. 30 degrees plus hot avoid strenuous swimming as there is a definite risk of heat stroke.
The orca openwater smart wetsuit is a great swimming wetsuit for cold to medium range water temperatures ranging from 50 f 10 c to about 75 f 24 c. Twenty five years of experience in triathlon and open water swimming have enabled orca to create a high performance entry level wetsuit at a competitive price. Don t wear a wetsuit. So thinking about your open water swimming goals will help you decide whether or not you need one.
Some open water swimmers find these temperatures too high for serious swimming. Thus water temperature is decisive. Water temperature below 15 9 o. I am swimming in the ocean more temp.
55 12 5 view latest price. The outside temperature wind and sunlight have a relatively small influence. 55 12 5 view latest price. We also liked the soft neck lining which reduces the risk of chafing.
Much depends on what kind of open water swimming you are doing. Wetsuits aren t cheap or easy to put on but they offer huge advantages to your warmth and buoyancy. If you re a habitual wetsuit wearer then seriously consider removing it at these temperatures to avoid overheating. Water temperature between 18 and 19 9 o.
In the end it. Only arms and legs are regularly moved out of the water. Make sure you have plenty to drink. Swimmer can choose to wear a wetsuit or not.
While swimming you are under water with the main part of your body. Triathlon open water swimming wetsuit temperature guide chart. This wetsuit is great for swimming featuring an openwater design and full flexibility allowing you to effortlessly execute each stroke and kick as you swim.