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Category Archives: Wetsuits Guide
A wetsuit is a crucial piece of gear for triathletes, providing thermal insulation, buoyancy, and hydrodynamics in the water. This comprehensive wetsuits guide will walk you through all the essential aspects to consider when choosing and using a wetsuit for your triathlon journey.
Types of Wetsuits: Learn about different types of wetsuits, and understand their specific advantages and uses in various water temperatures and race conditions.
Wetsuit Materials: Explore the various materials used in wetsuit construction, including neoprene types and thickness. Understand how these materials impact buoyancy, flexibility, and overall performance.
Proper Sizing and Fit: Discover the importance of proper sizing and fit for a wetsuit. Learn how to measure yourself accurately and understand the key factors to consider when ensuring a snug and comfortable fit.
Wetsuit Care and Maintenance: Maintain the longevity and performance of your wetsuit by following essential care and maintenance practices. Learn how to properly clean, dry, store, and repair your wetsuit to extend its lifespan.
With this wetsuits guide, you’ll gain valuable knowledge and insights to make informed decisions when selecting, using, and caring for your wetsuit. Finding the right wetsuit that fits you well and meets the demands of your triathlon races will greatly contribute to your overall comfort and performance in the water.
You know at Just Wetsuits, we love a good explainer. This is a high quality, well-paced step-by-step guide on how to properly put on a wetsuit that is suitable for […]
To the wetsuit shopper just beginning their journey, one name keeps recurring: Yamamoto, and for good reason. Founded in 1961, the Japanese manufacturer is the standard bearer for the neoprene […]
blueseventy is a Seattle-based company with New Zealand roots that is celebrating 30 years of serving the triathlon and swimming communities. While heartily wishing blueseventy a happy birthday, the community […]
Orca was founded in 1994 in New Zealand by former triathlon champion Scott Unsworth. Since then, Orca has managed the near impossible: pushing the leading edge of technology while producing […]
2XU (“Two Times You”) is a company whose motto is “Human Performance. Multiplied”. This Australian outfit offers running, cycling, triathlon, and recovery gear, but they do it their way: by […]
Suffering from a raw neck after wearing your wetsuit? The back of your neck has some of the most sensitive skin on your body. When you put on most brands […]
Everyone knows that triathlon and open-water swimming wetsuits are tough to put on. That battle, while annoying, is absolutely necessary to ensure you have the right fitting wetsuit to provide […]
Wrong. There are several different types of wetsuits, and the one you choose depends on the water temperature and your intended activity. Wetsuits are made of neoprene, a synthetic rubber […]
Ice on the water is a big tell that the water temp is no longer swimmable. If the water is too cold to swim in, even with a wetsuit, it […]