Another dorky wetsuit question

[Tri Girl]

Yay- it fits! Makes you wanna wear it around town now, huh?

When I put mine on, I always have my tri shorts on (cuz that's what I'm biking in anyway). It makes sliding up my giant thighs and butt much easier than dragging over dry skin. Also, Body Glide is great for ankles, calves, etc that might be a bit rough to go over. Oh- and don't forget to body glide your neck where the collar is (I had a nasty rub the first time I wore mine).

As for pulling it on, I use my palms and all fingers instead of pulling it with just my fingers and thumbs (think: mitten hands). I've been *lucky* so far... (great- now I jinxed myself).

Have fun at OW Monday!

[divingbiker]

I've never worn a wetsuit in a tri, but have been putting on wetsuits for diving for 25 years.

What works best for me is to turn the arms and legs inside out, and roll the suit up your legs/arms. The hardest part is getting your hands and ankles through the holes, so body glide would help there.

No matter how you do it, getting a wetsuit on takes a lot of wriggling if it fits right; they only go on easy if they're too big.

[KnottedYet]

I used to slather hair conditioner on my legs to help put on my diving suit.

My kayaking suit has strategic stretchy bits and zippers, so it's easy to put on.