Quote Originally Posted by channlluv View Post
I can't do the tris because I can't find a wetsuit in my size and it takes me too long to swim the distance. I can do it, but in the cold water, hypothermia is a real concern.
No need to stop short of fulfilling your dream at your current size. For a reasonable price, you can get a custom wetsuit made at Liquidfit. I had Carolyn make one for me for scuba diving when I was a size 20+, and it was great.

Go for it!