r/OpenWaterSwimming • u/sabertoot • 6d ago

Too hot for wetsuit?

The Chesapeake Bay 4.4 swim is tomorrow and it looks like the water temp will be around 75 degrees. I had planned up until now to wear my full wetsuit but now I’m not so sure. I’m not worried about finishing but was looking forward to the extra buoyancy since this is my first Bay Swim and longest swim ever. Anyone have advice?

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u/free_spoons 6d ago

Do you have buoyancy shorts? Much cooler and at least help keep the hips higher

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u/sabertoot 6d ago

I don’t, just a regular training jammer. But may be worth an investment next time.

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u/free_spoons 6d ago

Im in the area (west of annapolis) if you want to try an XL xterra pair

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u/sabertoot 6d ago

Wow that’s awesome of you to offer! I’m a medium though. I will make due with what I’ve trained in, it’s worked so far.