Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast First Triathlon Of The Season? 3 Things You Need To Know! | Ep 489
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May 15, 2024 Tips for cold-water swim prep, including wetsuit fit tricks and head-warmth routines. How to test outdoor FTP and pace on your race bike. The importance of brick sessions to rehearse running off the bike.
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Cold Water Acclimation Pays Off
- Get into cold open water at least once or twice in the two weeks before your first race to acclimate.
- Use managed venues, practice face dunking, and acclimate before the start so the first minutes aren't a shock.
Pre-Wet Your Wetsuit For Comfort
- Wet your wetsuit inside before entering cold water by pouring warm or lukewarm water down the neck and arms.
- This pre-wetting prevents gradual cold ingress at seams and makes the suit fit and feel warmer immediately.
Keep Your Head Warm And Pack Two Goggles
- Protect your head from cold with a thermal or neoprene swim hat, or layer two swim caps.
- Bring two goggle options (clear and tinted) so vision suits weather on race day.