For those wearing compression sleeves for races, do you put these on in t1 (or t2 assuming worn only for the run) or do you wear these under your wetsuit (assuming a wetsuit legal swim) to save transition time? I have an upcoming race and was just wondering what the thoughts were on this topic. Thanks!
For those wearing compression sleeves for races, do you put these on in t1 (or t2 assuming worn only for the run) or do you wear these under your wetsuit (assuming a wetsuit legal swim) to save transition time? I have an upcoming race and was just wondering what the thoughts were on this topic. Thanks!
Wore them under my wetsuit in CdA, can’t really see a reason not to…
I wear them for the swim regardless of wetsuit legality. Agree that there’s no reason not to.
The pro’s -
quicker T1 time
The con’s -
Wetsuit was tight to begin with and caused my calves to cramp up (not the only one I know who had this happen).
I ended up going with a larger size on my Xterra Vortex . Wore them in sprints, 70.3’s and a 140.6 this year with no issues.
Under the wetsuit. Saves transition time, and the rubbed sleeves have proven to be faster in the wind tunnel (lessens the pressure drag). I actually wear mine for the aero benefit, not for the running benefit.