$300 or $900 Maverick Triathlon Wetsuit - Which Should You Buy? | Triathlon Taren

[@HughesElites]

BEST wetsuit review I've seen. I fell into the belief that the more expensive wetsuits are better (this doesn't just apply to Roka). Coming from a no-swim-background, this was very much not true. I'm a 1:30 per 100m swimmer but my position/balance still needs years more work. Entry/mid-level wetsuits correct that almost perfectly, whereas the nicer ones left me with very little benefit.

[@jpcinema4574]

I just got my first wetsuit and its a Roka COMP entry level. Had one test swim and wow I feel like a sword fish! Nothing to compare it to mind you but it sure feels awesome and once I get an open water race done in it - I'll be able to compare times vs pool times (roughly) Great video Taren!

[@RIVA3998]

Thanks Taren! I've been watching your videos ever since I signed up for the 2019 Nice Ironman about 1 year ago. Been looking around for wetsuits and the ROKA Maverick Comp 2 caught my eye. Once I noticed you posted a review on this puppy, I was stoked and had to listen to your opinion and happy that I did! It's arriving in 2 days! Woohoo!

[@TriathlonTaren]

Happy to hear it!!

[@victishonor]

I have the mavic comp sleeveless and it's by far my favorite! I'll give a full sleeve version a go next year

[@davidkeyser793]

Chad Conner Same! I got a sleeveless one as well tell me how it goes. I was wondering what the sleeves would be like compared to the sleeveless aside from the obvious price difference.

[@fuchsifuchs8041]

Thank you soooooo much. Waited so long for such (this) video! Thanks a lot! Helped me enormous!! Thanks! Great video

[@ericindigital17]

I picked up the previous model of the full sleeve Comp II for $200 on 4th of July sale last summer, and it has been awesome so far! The old model doesn't have the Arms Up design, but it still is very forgiving in the shoulder when fitted properly.

[@desireepatton5555]

Thank you for doing that. As a newbie who doesn’t see stopping anytime soon. I’ll probably go with the mid level. Non swim background, just seems to make sense to go for the middle one 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@xtroytubex]

I recently 'upgraded' and bought a used demo 2XU V1 for a mere $100 at the expo of my last race. The added flexibilty in the shoulders was a game changer for me! Price certainly doesn't always indicate what is best for you. Find what works. Another great example of that in this video Taren!

[@neilawuk]

I’m leaning towards the comp as well. My local supplier does 2xu but I seem to be between sizes in the propel which always worries me. Not between sizes with the comp which feels more reassuring

[@richardhudson4649]

I bought a ROKA Maverick Elite II (the step up from the Comp II) on Black Friday. Great deal and a great suit (I think it was sub $400 CAD shipped). I can't imagine ever needing more wetsuit than I have.

[@PaulioNZ]

Hi Richard.. Did ROKA themselves have a Black Friday deal, or was it through a retailer? Thanks.

[@henryyp]

nice advice on the X being a race day suit! Looking to upgrade and really helps!

[@MikeJones-bg9vv]

Love love love my BlueSeventy Fusion. She be a sweet ride

[@ryanw903]

Thank you for the honest review I will get it a try shortly

[@robscherer]

May have just packed up my Maverick X and sent it back to Roka and ordered a Comp II because of this review, whoops!

[@MichaelLaing71]

I am still using the Orca Equip, that I got a few years ago, though with injuries and illnesses, I haven't used it very much over the last couple of years and not at all this year. :(

[@fercuevas5772]

Great advice, this is in my opinion what a review should be, tks!

[@ep_dimi]

Thanks for the review! i'm 1.8m and 75kg and i'm thinking about buying Maverick comp 2. The size chart shows i should go for medium. Is it accurate at your experience? I also want to ask if during strokes is normal to take water from the neck. And how good is roka's return policy? i'm talking about your torn suit. moreover, do you still use the comp 2? In what conditions is it?

[@jonathanwesleybell]

Zoot wikiwiki. Unbelievably comfortable in the arms & shoulders. Edit: Roka is not yet Canadian friendly, imo (no Canadian retailer) so I've never seen/tried one up close. The cost/exchange/shipping is far too steep to shop south of the border, imo.

[@richardhudson4649]

I chatted with one of their people online, they were very helpful, and the size chart on their website was bang on. I bought the Maverick Elite II and I paid sub $400 CAD shipped on Black Friday. I would have no problem recommending ROKA.

[@mrgq2000]

Only used the XTerra Vector. Our Tri Club has a partnership with them so I’ll probably continue buying their wetsuits just to support our club sponsorship. But now you made me want to get a ROKA comp as all my swim gear is ROKA. I love the Viper Pro with sleeves 👍🏻

[@G_Liwag]

Great video! How does it feel with a tri suit underneath?

[@tubem4244]

Great video! What do you know about the Elite II wetsuit vs. the Comp, major differences?

[@thatprcrawlerguy187]

@triathlontaren just picked-up a wetsuit as I’m moving back to the states from Hawaii. My question is, when I start swimming I feel water coming in through the back of the neck and down my back is this common?

[@TriathlonTaren]

Yes, a wet suit doesn't keep you totally dry.

[@chunkywestie]

Great review , thank you

[@davidrios7987]

Maverick Comp II is a great wetsuit plus I got it when it was on sale for $180!

which period of year it was with such a nice price? Autumn? Would not doubt to buy one on that price...

[@skysundvall369]

Thank you for the excellent and detailed review, Taren. Do you recommend sizing up or down for ROKA Comp? I'm at the top end of a small (5'1", 115 lbs) but usually am down a few more lbs by mid July when I start my A races.

[@machstem2536]

Hey, Taren what is the coldest water that the Roka maverick will still keep you warm, lake Michigan is 35 degrees right now, will it work. There is no information on what temperatures they work in.

[@kesgalb]

Thanks for the review, Taren. Do you have someone spot, or chase you, when you're swimming on the river? Maybe I'm overly cautious, but when I swim in open water, my wife almost always follows me in a kayak.

[@TriathlonTaren]

Nope, just by myself.

[@19772001corey]

Im a open water swimmer I bought a xterra suit this summer because it was 74% off want to try a roka suit how is the inside of there suits?

[@BenjaminBriu]

I had the comp, got it on Black Friday!! For less then 300$ great customer service!! They let u try it, use it for a while and u can just change it, for another size

[@PaulioNZ]

Hi Benjamin... where did you purchase this that had a Black Friday deal? I'm going to look for one this year.

[@IsmaelDiazIAGoupeFinancier]

Thanks to this video I think that I would save at least 1000$ over the next 3 years!!!! Quick question...have you compared Roka vs Orca wetsuits products?

[@19772001corey]

My first wetsuit last 3 years

[@ralphpinel1441]

Hey Taren, I got the Maverick X and it is a dream to swim in but...I have had 2 warranty claims in less than a summer season. Roka is Awesome when it comes to standing behind their products which is so important when spending this much cash. I have to say that I feel the X taping causes the blowouts plus the taping came away after a few swims. So what I would like to know...does the Pro have the same fragility as the X? I'm a strong swimmer and probably don't need the extra support. Maybe getting away from the X if you are a good swimmer might be the way to go. Does anyone know if this is the case? I must say the X is a great looking suit but I need a suit that is going to last, maybe the Pro is the way forward.

[@TriathlonTaren]

Sometimes a person's body mechanics make one suit better suited than another -- I'd say maybe try the pro and see if it works better for your body, if that makes sense.

[@marktimmins7969]

would love to get the Maverick Comp 2 but it is and has been sold out forever.....ugh.

[@XLIIVideos]

Looking at wetsuits at the moment, so hard with all these brands, thicknesses and whatnot... think i have it narrowed down to a Orca s7, Roka Maverick Comp II and the TYR Hurricane categori 1 - I am leaning towards the Orca, it seems very nicely priced with what it have... does anyone have experience with any of these suits ? I DO have swimming background, being a competetive swimmer in my youth (54 now tho ;) ) but, it's kinda like riding a bike, all those years in the pool every day. For my first triathlon sometime in 2021 i suspect the water will not be very warm (coming from Denmark, in cold scandinavia) and in open water/sea. would value any input :)

[@ericlamoureux1012]

Anyone have a recommendation for an online wetsuit retailer in Canada. No local stores with regular stock in my city.

[@griffinorlopp]

Worth it to spend more on the Maverick Elite 2 than the comp?

[@jeremybaldwin1888]

I bought my comp II last year (without the arms up tech) My shoulders get pretty tired in the swim with it on. I come from a swimming background and I have heard that people with a swimming background prefer sleeveless for this reason. So my debate is Maverick Pro Sleeveless or Maverick X. Thoughts, comments, experience?

[@stevevickery5495]

I was exactly the same as I came from a swim background. My shoulders used to hurt so much after wearing a wetsuit. I guess our techniques are really stretching the wetsuit to its limits around the shoulders. One of Tarens other videos shows him pushing / bunching the wetsuit up from the arms so there is some loose wetsuit around the shoulders. I also push the wetsuit up my body to create more looseness around the shoulders. The sleeves now sit about 2 to 3 inches higher than what would seem normal. With this change the shoulder pain disappeared overnight.

[@fallenpigeon184]

Does this suits keep you warm in cold weather?

[@medic1012]

an old QR sleeveless I found for $25- so favorite vs only one ever? both! ;) its my first year ha ha

[@TriathlonTaren]

That's all that matters, in your first year just get stuff that works until you decide if you love the sport or not!

[@FelixGB_]

Out of curiosity, is it normal for a triathon wetsuit to be so tigh on my belly, almost preventing me from breathing correctly? Did a sprint last year with a mandatory wetsuit and I think I had such a hard time breathing ... went out of water feeling dizzy

[@TriathlonTaren]

That's probably too tight for you, then.

[@FattyLumpkinz]

Fantastic review. I appreciate the all of it but the price breakdown considering time makes this priceless (see what I did there?)! Subscribed.

[@rahulsunrays]

can u please comment on the size? ur height and ur size how it fits u?

[@TriathlonTaren]

It fits awesome. I'm 5'8" and a small.

[@rahulsunrays]

Triathlon Taren thank u. U r quick in replying.

[@michaelkennedy2145]

Thats a massive blowout. Has Roka been in contact with you about it? No way I would want to pay $200-$300 per swim

[@TriathlonTaren]

Yes, I talked to Roka.

[@jameshallfishing3377]

Thank you

[@BAM85]

How is this Maverick Comp 2 300 dollars in Canada while its 440 euros in the Netherlands? FFS

[@AdventuresomeOutlook]

Do triathlon suits make you float? Or do you still sink like a speedo

[@mirage2nr771]

It helps a lot with buoyancy :) especially the ones that are thicker on the legs 👌

[@SJS2783]

what the 머라는건지?

[@cerchcerchington359]

Hey taken u don’t have a promo code for a discount with Roka? U should b gettin hooked up

[@TriathlonTaren]

I do have a promo code for Roka, but only people signed up to the training platform have access to it!

[@cerchcerchington359]

Ok, ummm quick question about the suit if u wouldn’t mind ... would u go w the sleeveless version or have any issues w a sleeveless vs full sleeve? Just curious

[@DHo-fg2hp]

Don’t have one because I live in Hawaii :)