ideal water temperature - Triathlon Week

08-23-2004, 07:09 PM

Hi all,

i am new to the list. I have a quick question. First, what is the
average water temperature of most public pools? Second, at what water
temperature can one comfortably swim without freezing one's you know
what? That is when not using a wet suit.

08-23-2004, 07:09 PM

I think most indoor, competition pools are in the low to mid 70's.

Once you begin your swim, it doesn't take too long to warm up. My rule has
always been, if wetsuits are allowed, why would you NOT wear one?

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> Hi all,
>
> i am new to the list. I have a quick question. First, what is the
> average water temperature of most public pools? Second, at what water
> temperature can one comfortably swim without freezing one's you know
> what? That is when not using a wet suit.

08-23-2004, 07:09 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
"The LaceDog" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote:

> I think most indoor, competition pools are in the low to mid 70's.
>

And most public multi-use pools, which also have "open" swim and water
aerobics, are 78-80 because those people don't generate as much heat and
they complain very vocally if they think the water is cold.

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