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The 2008 T1 Wetsuit Collection offers more functionality and price options.
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The T1 Wetsuit is better than any one-piece wetsuit!The two-piece design of the T1 wetsuits offer more comfort and less restriction. Because the top and bottom are not attached, changing your stroke is not necessary. There is no torso-rubber stretch and shoulder fatigue that occurs with all one-piece wetsuits. All T1 models are sold as separates for a more customized and personal fit. Improvements in 2008 include new graphics, elliptical leg openings, lower profile and more durable bibstraps, and more buoyant zippers. First Wave — This is our top-of-the-line wetsuit and the best that money can buy. We use Yamamoto #39 SCSTM Super Composite Skin rubber. In spite of claims by others of new and more expensive rubber, #39 still remains the best, most buoyant and most flexible. Combine this with the unmatched First Wave Pullover and First Wave Bibjohn design and you have the ultimate wetsuit. Black Pearl — The Black Pearl Pullover and Black Pearl Bibjohn has the same design features as the First Wave, but with a more affordable Yamamoto #38 SCSTM Super Composite Skin rubber. This is the next best rubber on the market making the Black Pearl almost as fast and just as durable for less money. The Black Pearl is so fast it is far from being an entry-level suit. Speed Collection — This collection of Speedtube 2, Speedtube 5 and the new Speedvest are great pieces to wear in waters too warm for a full wetsuit, and without losing the flotation speed advantage. These can be worn alone or in combination with any other T1 piece. All are made of #38 SCSTM Super Composite Skin rubber. The Speedtube is a 3/4-length pant that ties at the waist and comes in your choice of 2mm or 5mm thickness. The Speedvest is a 2mm sleeveless top with improved fit, float, and comfort. smart1 — The smart1TM Pullover and 3/4 BibjohnTM offers a fast, warm, more durable, more comfortable and more versatile full suit than any entry-level wetsuit. If you are new to the sport, or on a budget, you will still want a wetsuit that will last, will keep you warm, and will help you swim faster. The T1 smart1 does all this, plus it offers you the advantages of the two-piece including the opportunity to incrementally upgrade to the Black Pearl or First Wave as you find yourself addicted to triathlon! What makes the T1 The best wetsuit in the world? TWO-PIECE DESIGN — means more comfort and less restriction. Because the top and bottom are not attached, changing your stroke is not necessary. We have eliminated the torso-rubber-stretch that causes shoulder restriction, and with it, the fatigue that occurs with traditional one-piece wetsuits. The different models of tops and bottoms are sold as separates so you can customize your fit and your performance needs. PULLOVERS WITH ZIPPERS — Lightweight, custom-made zippers allow all Pullovers and Vest a more intuitive and faster removal. LOW NECKLINE — This feature facilitates breathing, eliminating the "first timer's choking sensation," often accompanying one-piece suits. This feature makes it easier to turn your head to breathe and to raise your head to look forward. This also reduces chafing. BIO-STROKETM DESIGN — When lifting your arms, your shoulders rotate forward. A wetsuit should not inhibit this motion. The Bio-StrokeTM Design pulls the arms forward (resembling a mummy walking) and makes swimming less confining. CORRECTS YOUR SWIMMING POSITION — The optimized hip flotation further lifts the hips and legs to put the body in the efficient "downhill" swimming position. We were the first wetsuit company to do so. SPEED — The T1 Wetsuit has repeatedly been proven to be the fastest on the market. It is made with Yamamoto SCSTM Super Composite Skin, making it flexible, buoyant, and very fast to remove. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE — Buy a T1 and test it for 15 days. If you do not find it to be the best wetsuit you have worn, return it for a complete refund. We encourage you to see if any other wetsuit company will offer you this guarantee. Then you can test any wetsuit against the T1! |
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