I haven't been much of an athlete most of my life, but started going to the gym in the fall. I'm enjoying myself and I'm thinking ahead to what I'd like to do next. I'd like to do at least a metric century this coming summer, and now I am considering a triathlon. I don't know if I will like it or not. My weakest portion right now would be the swim. I'd have to start hitting the pool.
What distance should I try first? There is a .5/15/3 mile event near me in June.
How much gear should I invest in? There are tri suits available for $50-75-ish right now. June here may be a little chilly, but not bad - I have wetsuits but not a tri specific one. Do I need aero bars on my road bike?