What to wear if a tri-suit won't fit?

[Jones]

Do you just leave your stuff in a rack with everyone else's stuff and trust that no one mixes up and takes your goggles by mistake?

Lots of people bring a towel and leave it on the ground in transition to kinda mark their territory. You can leave your cap and goggles, bike shoes, helmet and gloves on the towel and people will know they go with that towel. If you have to run through sand you might want to think about a dish tub(rectangular short sided bucket) to step in and get the sand and dirt off your feet before putting your bike shoes on.

Good Luck and have fun.

[channlluv]

Lots of people bring a towel and leave it on the ground in transition to kinda mark their territory. You can leave your cap and goggles, bike shoes, helmet and gloves on the towel and people will know they go with that towel. If you have to run through sand you might want to think about a dish tub(rectangular short sided bucket) to step in and get the sand and dirt off your feet before putting your bike shoes on.

Good Luck and have fun.

The wash tub is a superb idea! I wonder if I can get one with heated water. I'm going to need it after that swim. <g>

Roxy

[channlluv]

Okay, here's another total noob question, but does a wetsuit actually keep your clothes underneath dry? I mean, say I had bike shorts and a sports bra on underneath, and when I come out of the water, I get out of the wetsuit and slip on my NEW TE JERSEY (when are those coming out, anyway?)...would the shorts and sports bra be dry?

Roxy

[tribogota]

Your trisuit goes on under the wetsuit, when you are in transition, you peel off the wetsuit, STAND ON IT to get it off your feet, (NO RUSH), and then you are in your bike/run outfit. In your bucket you should have several energy gel's, one for the bike one for the run, you may not feel like having them, but they will make all the difference. Start using them on long trainings to get your mouth used to the flavor and swallowing. You should definitly have sunblock. It slows down transition, but burn, cancer, wrinkles, etc, are not worth shaving your time down a minute. Lots of water, even if the event gives you water, you should drink some post swim and post bike. Maybe a banana too, other food tends to be harder to get down. People are stressed and rushed in transition, DO NOT follow THEIR lead. Practice on your lawn at home, with bucket, post swim, take off cap and goggles, put on helmet and glasses, post bike, take OFF helmet, put on running shoes and sunblock (lots of people start running with their helmet on). Just doing it a few times will get you used to the idea. No need to learn on the day of!

[HillSlugger]

Okay, here's another total noob question, but does a wetsuit actually keep your clothes underneath dry? I mean, say I had bike shorts and a sports bra on underneath, and when I come out of the water, I get out of the wetsuit and slip on my NEW TE JERSEY (when are those coming out, anyway?)...would the shorts and sports bra be dry?

Roxy

It's called a wetsuit because you get wet underneath. When it's properly fit you get a thin layer of water that your body warms up. It is this and the insulating qualities of neoprene that keeps you warm.

[channlluv]

It's called a wetsuit because you get wet underneath. When it's properly fit you get a thin layer of water that your body warms up. It is this and the insulating qualities of neoprene that keeps you warm.

Okay, so we will not be entertaining the crowd with me in a wet sports bra. Ha! I'm back to shopping for appropriate tri-wear, then. Thanks! I found RRS - they're right down the street from REI, figures - and I'll be going tomorrow to get new shoes.

Tribogota, those are super suggestions, too, thank you! Thank you to everyone for the good wishes and tips on how to make this a successful day. I'm waiting for D*H to get home so I can go out for my 1.5-mile training run. It starts today in earnest. Yes!

Anyone know how to get "Getting in touch with my inner Try-Athlete!" put on a t-shirt? I'd love to wear it during the ride/run.

Roxy

[HillSlugger]

Okay, so we will not be entertaining the crowd with me in a wet sports bra. Ha! I'm back to shopping for appropriate tri-wear, then. Thanks! I found RRS - they're right down the street from REI, figures - and I'll be going tomorrow to get new shoes.

Tribogota, those are super suggestions, too, thank you! Thank you to everyone for the good wishes and tips on how to make this a successful day. I'm waiting for D*H to get home so I can go out for my 1.5-mile training run. It starts today in earnest. Yes!

Anyone know how to get "Getting in touch with my inner Try-Athlete!" put on a t-shirt? I'd love to wear it during the ride/run.

Roxy

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[txred9876]

Not that I have done one but it sounds like good advice.... dont eat or drink anything on the day of the race you have not tried before.

I have a real sensitive tummy so I will follow that advise!

Tina

[NbyNW]

Okay, so we will not be entertaining the crowd with me in a wet sports bra. Ha! I'm back to shopping for appropriate tri-wear, then.

I think on another thread someone talked about wearing sports bra + trisuit together. Sounds like the trisuits by themselves don't necessarily provide the support that most women need . . . but maybe someone else should comment on that since I'm not really "blessed" that way . . .

Okay, here's another total noob question, but does a wetsuit actually keep your clothes underneath dry?

Your clothes underneath will get wet, but if you're in warm weather, they should dry quickly (or mostly) while you're on your bike. Trishorts have minimal to no padding, so as to minimize the problems moisture might cause as far as chafing or infections.

[Presto]

You can just skip the wetsuit for a 20 minute swim.

Nothing wrong with swimming in tri shorts and tank top.

If you feel shy about any of it, add something outrageous to your ensemble. A boa, or a grass skirt, or a goofy hat or shirt. Bystanders like that stuff, and they stare at you in a good way.