Hey all,
Have my first sprint coming up in May, and so I'm looking for a wetsuit. It's in Toronto, and I've heard the temps in the lake can be pretty low (14C), so I'm pretty committed to a full sleeve at this point.
Understanding that its my first tri, I don't want to blow the bank on this suit, but at the same time, don't want to waste money on a low-quality product that I will be itching to replace in a few years. Another thing to consider is that I'm currently 6'1", 230 lbs. I've lost a bit of weight, and I have to think I will continue to drop as I continue my training. Hence my reluctance to spend too much on this first suit, in case the fit changes substantially. $300 CAD is my absolute upper limit, but anything less than that would be very appreciated.
My basic research has led me to the Orca S7 which is supposed to be great for first timers thanks to its extra buoyancy, and also the BlueSeventy Sprint, which I don't think is as buoyant. I know fit is king, but none of the shops near me carry these, so I have to go with online.
I can get the S7 in my size for $300 CAD+tax, but I can find the B70 Spring for $209. Is the S7 worth the extra cash? There's also the Orca OpenWater Core for $185, but I believe its more a training suit?
Any recommendations would be highly appreciated!
Have my first sprint coming up in May, and so I'm looking for a wetsuit. It's in Toronto, and I've heard the temps in the lake can be pretty low (14C), so I'm pretty committed to a full sleeve at this point.
Understanding that its my first tri, I don't want to blow the bank on this suit, but at the same time, don't want to waste money on a low-quality product that I will be itching to replace in a few years. Another thing to consider is that I'm currently 6'1", 230 lbs. I've lost a bit of weight, and I have to think I will continue to drop as I continue my training. Hence my reluctance to spend too much on this first suit, in case the fit changes substantially. $300 CAD is my absolute upper limit, but anything less than that would be very appreciated.
My basic research has led me to the Orca S7 which is supposed to be great for first timers thanks to its extra buoyancy, and also the BlueSeventy Sprint, which I don't think is as buoyant. I know fit is king, but none of the shops near me carry these, so I have to go with online.
I can get the S7 in my size for $300 CAD+tax, but I can find the B70 Spring for $209. Is the S7 worth the extra cash? There's also the Orca OpenWater Core for $185, but I believe its more a training suit?
Any recommendations would be highly appreciated!