Originally published at: Taupo Neoprene Test: The Wetsuit Brands Worn by the 10 Fastest Swimmers at the IRONMAN 70.3 Worlds - Slowtwitch News
So what was the top brand worn by the 10 fastest men’s swimmers at the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Taupo, New Zealand? How about a four-way tie. If pressed, we’d have to put Blueseventy at the top of that list, with the first- and fourth-fastest swimmers on the day, followed by Orca (two and eight), Sailfish (five and nine) then Huub (seven and 10). Here’s how the count broke down:
- Blueseventy – 2
- Orca – 2
- Sailfish – 2
- Huub – 2
- Deboer – 1
- Mako Nordic – 1
Here’s a look at the first 10 men to exit Lake Taupo and make their way to the bike:
1. Greg Harper – 21:48
Blue Seventy Helix
2. Josh Amberger – 22:00
Brand: Orca
3. Leo Bergere – 22:02
Mako Ultimate Torrent
4. Marc Dubrick – 22:02
Blueseventy Helix
5. Wilhelm Hirsch – 22:16
Sailfish G-Range 8
6. Rico Bogen – 22:18
Deboer Fjord 3.0
7. Henri Schoeman – 22:19
Brand: Huub
8. Hayden Wilde – 22:20
9. Kyle Smith – 22:22
10. Jelle Geens – 22:23
Brand: Huub
Photos: Kevin Mackinnon