Motor City Triathlon Water Temp

[jerky1280]

I'm doing the motor city triathlon and am concerned about the water temps. I've only done triathlons on the Gulf coast, this is my first time up north. I hate cold water in the first place, but I'm afraid the river will be frigid.

I'm lining up a QR full wetsuit from a buddy, but am still concerned. Do I need a cap or gloves or anything else?

[alexg]

No, but you will definitly want a wet suit. It get colder when you hit the current but still notthat bad.

[lbirdville]

Last year it was 66 degrees. I borrowed a shorty wetsuit and it wasnt enough to keep me from cramping while running out of the water. Go with the full suit!

[Damon]

What did you end up doing for the Motor City tri? Full wetsuit? How did it go?

Damon