I have the opportunity to purchase a Quintana Roo Quick John wetsuit for a great price. It is sleeveless and has only 1/2 legs. Will this provide any buoyancy, or is that usually found in the legs of most wetsuits? I just want something to keep warm, as most triathlons around here won't be held in open water unless it is really warm anyway. Any thoughts about this type of suit? Should I save my money and just get a full? Thanks for your help.

Ryan,
Most of the buoyancy should come from the abdomen area of the suit. Personally, if its warm enough for my legs and arms...should be warm enough period. That's why I bought the full. Talked to a couple of people who have the sleeveless (full legs) and they opted for no sleeves because the sleeves restricted their shoulders too much. I think its personal preference. I think you should save your money.
You going to come out for the Ironhorse?
Jay

I'm a big fan of the full legged, sleeveless QR ultrajohn. Unless your Quickjohn is a can't pass up price, I'd say spend the extra bucks and get more leg coverage. It makes getting into the water for pre race warmups easier and for standing around awaiting the start. Also I think there's energy savings in having extra leg flotation, making it easier to stay in a nice hydrodynamic line. Sleeveless works fine if water temps are generally above 60-62 degrees. Any colder and that's a tough swim. If money's no object, more coverage is faster. There's a reason pros race the full suits, but I can't pony up the $450. Finally, don't forget the body glide unless you want to entertain the crowd with a comical longjohn dance in T1.