Raceskin Elite Tri Suit review
This Raceskin Elite Tri Suit is a keeper, says Matt Baird. In his full review, he explains why
These feel like peak years of tri-suit design, an elastane era where comfort, convenience, aerodynamics and style have united to seamless (both literally and figuratively) effect. And the Raceskin Elite Tri Suit (formerly known as the Funky Skull Speedsuit) ticks these core boxes with aplomb.
Raceskin’s popularity stems from the brand’s long-established range of custom offerings, but they also have standalone items for sale on their website, with the Elite in its Funky Skull design being one of a range that includes vested suits and other speedsuits in slightly more muted and even more aggressive colourways.
In terms of that tri-suit box ticking, the Elite boasts a full-length zip for portable toilet practicality, flatlock seams within, breathable Lycra, graceful grippers and one of the most effective zipper guards you’ll ever find.
The rear pockets are neatly positioned and large enough for a couple of gels, but the openness does cause a little drag in the water.
In terms of the pad, the question is what race distances are you planning to use this for?
Although double density, it’s still fairly slim and 4hrs perched on it felt like enough for us, so we wouldn’t race full Ironman in it.
But, based on the overall evidence here, we can see Raceskin continuing to ride high.
And we love the titular skull, which also makes a larger appearance on the back.
220 Triathlon verdict
A brilliant suit that ticks both the style and performance boxes. Score: 89%
Pros
- Breakaway zip is a plus
- Fabric performs very well
Cons
- Wouldn’t be our pick for Ironman
- Design likely to split opinion
Raceskin Elite Tri Suit specs
| Price: | £155 |
| Available from: | Raceskin |
| Sizing: | XS-XXL |
| Pockets: | 2 |
| Breakaway zip? | Yes |
Matt Baird
Editor of Cycling Plus magazine 
