double duty wetsuit?

I already own a wetsuit that I use for paddling (NRS Ultra Jane 3.0 Terraprene). I signed up for the 2 Bridges Swim and I'm wondering whether it's a reasonable suit to swim in. I will not have the opportunity to try it out in open water before the swim, and I'm not sure whether trying it out in the pool will be a reasonable test (I'm concerned I'll overheat. It's very comfortable and stretchy). A few key descriptions below: 4-way-stretch PowerSpanTm panels that wrap from the tops of your shoulders to your belt line and along the sides adapt to your movements for unrestricted range of motion and improve fit. 3 mm TerrapreneTm neoprene provides outstanding insulation in cold conditions. I'm not in it to win it, I'm a slow swimmer and this will be my first open water swim in cold water, though I do plan on rolling around in the water while kayaking the weekend before the swim. Thanks for any advice, Lyn
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  • My thought too--just in for the experience and fun! I still have the sleeveless wetsuit a friend lent me, but now that you mention it I do remember being asked if I was /wasn't wearing a wetsuit, and as I didn't have one at the time, I said no. I'll stick to that since wearing the wetsuit that one time felt strange. Yes, it made me warmer, but also felt constricting. I feel more free with a swimsuit. I've been good w/ 60something temps. Fifties would be dicey. And I've settled on doing the 2.5k--not familiar enough with the Hudson to chance swimming 3+ miles. Will still get some great cool water practice even at that.
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  • My thought too--just in for the experience and fun! I still have the sleeveless wetsuit a friend lent me, but now that you mention it I do remember being asked if I was /wasn't wearing a wetsuit, and as I didn't have one at the time, I said no. I'll stick to that since wearing the wetsuit that one time felt strange. Yes, it made me warmer, but also felt constricting. I feel more free with a swimsuit. I've been good w/ 60something temps. Fifties would be dicey. And I've settled on doing the 2.5k--not familiar enough with the Hudson to chance swimming 3+ miles. Will still get some great cool water practice even at that.
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