This one surprised me, being that there a for profit company and sponsors tend to rule but apparently joining FINA to say 100% textile suits for non wetsuit eligible swims. Although the wetsuit rule of 76.1F is still very generous in my opinion. I don't know what United States Triathlon (UST) is doing plus many Tri's like open water events don't subscribe to a sanctioning body so can do there own thing.
triathlon.competitor.com/.../ironman-announces-changes-in-swimwearwetsuit-rules-for-2011-season_8244
One thing you learn quickly in triathlons if you are racing (& not participating) is that a fast transition is essential. You'd be surprised how quick you can take off a suit. Even a full wetsuit only takes me 10 seconds. Having put time into my competitors in the swim heck if I am going to give it up changing clothes.
You are right about that which is why it would be a bad idea to wear a tech suit since taking those off requires some patience, persistence, and cursing.
One thing you learn quickly in triathlons if you are racing (& not participating) is that a fast transition is essential. You'd be surprised how quick you can take off a suit. Even a full wetsuit only takes me 10 seconds. Having put time into my competitors in the swim heck if I am going to give it up changing clothes.
You are right about that which is why it would be a bad idea to wear a tech suit since taking those off requires some patience, persistence, and cursing.
