Guide To Care For Your Triathlon Suit
February 17, 2010Cheri Cheesecake No Comments »Now that you have purchased your first triathlon wetsuit it is important to consider proper care and use. 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. Your finger nails are the first place to start so make sure they are trimmed or covered so they do not snag or puncture your new 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. Once you have accomplished this, you can adjust the suit so that it fits right on the front and back of your body.
The arms will be next with an easy slide in motion, you will want to see to it that the suit is bunching up around your shoulders. There will be an internal back flap that needs to rest and lay flat against your back. Locate the collar flap and see to it that it lays flat too. Pay close attention to how the suit feels at your torso and upper chest and adjust as needed. Your wetsuit should now be fitted on your body properly while allowing full freedom of movement.
When you have finished your water activities with your suit, you will need to learn how to care for it after wards so that it will last you many years to come. The first aftercare step is to wash it immediately after use. Elements such as salt and chlorine can actually defect your suit. Hang your suit up with a padded hanger to prevent any creases from being created. Creases are bad news for your suit because it means they could lose the ability to prevent keeping cold water out. 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 wetsuit will continue keeping you warm and help you compete in many triathlons to come.
Sean’s website, Tri Suit has more articles for your reading pleasure on such matters as how to choose the right tri wetsuits.
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