The swim should be wetsuit legal (below 78 degrees), as it has been in all previous years.   Last year’s water temperature was 76 degrees, perfect for swimming either with or without.  A wetsuit will make you more bouyant (safer) and decrease your swim time.  A few people did find it too warm to wear a wetsuit last year and took theirs off after the first lap.  We suggest that you come to swim practice and try it out if you are unsure.

RENTAL:  Wetsuit rental is available from www.WetsuitRental.com for $40.  You’ll get the suit about 10 days before the race and need to return it within a week after the race.  If you decide to buy it, they’ll credit you the $40.