So you bought your first triathlon suit but do you know how to care for it?After all, you rely on your wetsuit to keep you warm and it relies on you to keep it clean and protected.
The first thing to learn is how to put your suit on properly. You already know that the suits are designed to fit snug against your body but that snug fit is also what makes them a struggle to put on. Take a look at your fingers to see that they are trimmed to prevent from accidental snagging or tearing of the suit. The next step is to put on your suit starting at the feet first and then working it up until it reaches the hips. Then you will take special care to make sure the suit fits right at both the front of your body and the back.
The arms will be next with an easy slide in motion, bunching the suit up to your shoulder before moving on. And now for the back flap; it should be laying flat against your back. Then ensure that the collar flap is laying flat. Pay close attention to how the suit feels at your torso and upper chest and adjust as needed. A properly fitted wetsuit will be manufactured in a way so that it stretches in all the right spots to allow full movement.
Now after you have been swimming all day, it is important to take a few extra steps to ensure your triathlon wetsuit lasts for many years. The first aftercare step is to wash it immediately after use. The reason why you wash after use is to get rid of the salt and chlorine that can build up on your suit and eventually weaken the material. Hang your suit up with a padded hanger to prevent any creases from being created. Creasing can cause your triathlon wetsuit to lose its ability to keep out cold water. Another element to take into consideration is the sun since heat and sunlight both can deteriorate the suit.
By following these simple steps and taking care of your triathlon wetsuit you will keep it in pristine condition. In return your tri suit will continue keeping you warm and help you compete in many triathlons to come.
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March 13, 2010
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