Does anyone know of a 'reasonable' conversion factor for open water swims wearing versus not wearing a wetsuit? I know...lots of variables including individual capabilities.
Thanks,
Tree
Tree!
After this, I might have a slot on my Trans Tahoe Relay team that I'd like you to fill, if you don't mind teaming up with some USNA 89+1 types.
Like you said, many variables. Maybe 4 sec/100m as suggested just based on the difference in surface friction. In my last 3 mi OW race (60F ocean), I discovered that I had the cold tolerance to get me 2.8 miles, and started getting pretty vertical in those last couple hundreds of yards. Point being, the longer the swim, the more that a wetsuit will ward off fatigue and keep you propped up...saving you more time per 100.
Tree!
After this, I might have a slot on my Trans Tahoe Relay team that I'd like you to fill, if you don't mind teaming up with some USNA 89+1 types.
Like you said, many variables. Maybe 4 sec/100m as suggested just based on the difference in surface friction. In my last 3 mi OW race (60F ocean), I discovered that I had the cold tolerance to get me 2.8 miles, and started getting pretty vertical in those last couple hundreds of yards. Point being, the longer the swim, the more that a wetsuit will ward off fatigue and keep you propped up...saving you more time per 100.
