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T1 First Wave Pullover

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Regular price €403,95

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How to use this chart:

Find your height and weight on the size chart. This will narrow you down to one or two different sizes.

Bibjohn: Find your waist and hip measurements in the chart for your gender. This is your Bibjohn size.

Pullover: Find your chest and waist measurements in the chart for your gender. This is your Pullover size.

OTHER FACTORS:

That you may find yourself in a different size top than bottom; it very common with T1 Wetsuits. It is very simple, imagine if you tried on two different sized one-piece wetsuits. You like the way the legs and hips feel on one of them, and you prefer the way the chest arms and shoulder feel on another. Simply put, this is what we offer combined with the notion that since the two pieces are not attached, but rather they overlap, there is a telescoping range between the bottom of the Pullover and the midsection of the Bibjohn to account for a larger range of heights and torso lengths!

So remember:

  1. It is not uncommon for the sizes of Pullover and Bibjohn to be different.
  2. If you are on the border of two sizes, and you are buying the Black Pearl Model, choose the larger of the two sizes.
  3. If you are on the border of two sizes, and you are an aggressive swimmer, choose the smaller size.

If you have any doubts or concerns, or if you want more detailed help, email the following information (& a photo if you feel it may be helpful) to contact@desotosport.com or femme@desotsport.com (if you are female and would like to communicate with a woman).

  • height
  • weight
  • chest (measured at the widest (male)/fullest (female) part)
  • waist (measured at the belly-button line)
  • hips (measured at the widest point, not just at your hips
  • age
  • triathlon level (elite, top age grouper, participant, etc.)
  • telephone number

A Warning About Certain Lubricants and their Affect on Fabrics: Many athletic lubricants, especially non-liquid types, (like Body Glide, vaseline, and chamois creams) work well for wetsuits, but not well for clothing.  They tend to make clothing, especially loose clothing, sticky, instead of slick and slippery, and usually results in chafing. They will also damage, stain and discolor all fabrics over time.  We advise against using them, and their use will nullify our warranty.

 

 

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The First Wave provides ultimate comfort and eliminates restrictions often found in one-piece wetsuits. This is why the T1 First Wave is a triathlete's First Choice!

The two-piece design of the T1 Wetsuits offers more comfort and less restriction. The top and bottom are not attached. This means you have much more freedom of movement and there is no “torso-rubber stretch” or shoulder fatigue that occurs with one-piece wetsuits. All T1 models are sold as separates for a customized and personal fit. With up to seven sizes of tops and bottoms, you have 49 possible size combinations from which to choose. Other features we innovated many years ago include lower necklines and thicker rubber in the legs and hips to help float the largest bones and muscles in the body. More floatation here means more speed. T1 Wetsuits are not filled with gimmicks, just physics.

Sizing : Please refer to the size chart button above for sizing guidance based on gender. If in doubt, email questions to contact@desotosport.com. 

New Features:

  • Zipper is lighter weight and corrosion resistant
  • Less-toxic bonding agent for people with skin sensitivities

Favorite Features Remain:

  • Flexible 2mm body and arms with a lower neckline for comfort
  • BIO-STROKE design puts your arms into a forward rotated shoulder position for a more efficient swim stroke
  • YKK® custom zipper is small, lightweight, and makes removal easier than ever.
  • GreenGoma™ #9 Rubber with Super Composite Skin makes the First Wave the warmest, fastest, most durable, flexible, buoyant, and the most comfortable wetsuit in the world today.
  • Lined with 4-Way stretch Nylon Lycra® for comfort and to minimize chafing
  • Seams are glued and blind-stitched, making them more durable than the rubber itself
  • Sleek graphics, no gimmicks
  • Sold as separates for a true customized fit
  • Sustainability is extremely important to De Soto, click here to learn how we are making a difference
  • T1 Wetsuits 100% Satisfaction Guarantee 
  • T1 Wetsuit product care and FAQs
  • Chlorine resistant treatment, but not recommend for repeated use in chlorinated water.

Proper swim stroke includes swimming with your head slightly tilted up. Imagine how your head would be if you were reaching for something in an upper shelf of a cabinet.  That said, the snug part may require a certain "getting use to.”  The other part to know is that it will also relax a little bit over time by wearing it.  It is important that the neck be snug so that water does not freely flow in while swimming.

Whether you like to swim for exercise or are on the swim course of a Triathlon, T1 Wetsuits offer you speed, comfort and buoyancy that will make swimming pure pleasure!

PRODUCT CODE:  FWP3

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  • Nancy Maggio
    2 weeks ago

    A little big in the chest and arm outs, but my size 2 is really tight in those area.

    T1 First Wave Pullover

  • Veerle Haug Tieghem V. H. T. Veerle H. T.
    7 months ago

    Fantastic product and costumer service!

    I am amazed with my new suit. Amazing service and help as well. Thank you so much! I will recomend you to all my swimming friends :)

  • Daniel GREGORY D. G. Daniel G.
    10 months ago

    My 4 th pull over, I swim nearly every day in Puget Sound , temperature ranges low 43 to high of 50 during tour winterbswims.

    Excellent, thanks for having a suit that fits me. Hope all is well Emilio, next big swim this summer , Port Townsend to Coupeville. All the best to you and family. Dan

  • Bill Honaker B. H. Bill H.
    1 year ago

    Excellent customer service

    I had a problem with sizing of a wet suit. I contacted De Soto and the quickly exchanged it for the correct size. The whole process was so well done. I am now a committed customer! Thank you.

  • Thomas Bollinger
    1 year ago

    Swimming warm and swimming well

    I swim year round without a wet suit ithe SanFrancisco Bay. When the temperature drops to the mid and low 50’s it gets tough. The T1 pullover keeps me warm and comfortable. It is not at all restrictive .. The support staff is very helpful iand ensuring you get the best fit. Emilio Dsoto personally helped me with any questions I had. Other members of the swim club I belong to also give the T1 pullover high marks.

  • David Kimball D. K. David K.
    1 year ago

    T1 First Wave Pullover

    As always, excellent product design and quality, and outstanding customer service. Within the last 3 weeks I referred 2 persons to you who did purchase wetsuits. Really glad to do it. Take care, David Kimball

  • robert evans R. E. robert e.
    1 year ago

    Love it

    The wetsuit fit well, and I was surprised how little water flowed thru it. The local water is still warm enough for a smaller suit, but I look forward to wearing the De Soto this winter.

  • Jeremy Oury
    1 year ago

    T1 Pullover and Speed Vest

    As always, the right product was shipped in very little time, and it fits perfectly. Getting ready to head to world championships in Pontevedra, Spain, where the water is cold and I’ll be swimming fast!

  • Timothy Rayner T. R. Timothy R.
    1 year ago

    My only wetsuit for many years

    I recently replaced my T1 pullover wetsuit top for the second time in about 12 years. It has fully met my needs throughout that time. It’s easy to swim in, without the pull on the shoulders of a one-piece suit, and is off lightning fast in the transitions. I’ll keep using it as long as they keep making it.

  • Perfect addition to my tri kit
    Rachel Greve
    1 year ago

    Perfect addition to my tri kit

    This makes all the difference in transition. I have a bad shoulder and removing this is a breeze.

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