I am new to the sport and I just finished my first sprint triathlon in San Diego. Not only was it my first open water swim but it was also the first time wearing a new wetsuit (other than trying it on to make sure it fit). I am in no way a great swimmer but during the race my arms felt constricted and the collar rubbed an abrasion on the back of my neck that made it impossible to swim freestyle. I had to dog-paddle and float (thank God for bouyancy!). My question is this: will the suit get easier to swim in when it gets "broken in" and do you think the neck abrasion was due to my technique (remember I'm a newbie), or should I get another wetsuit. I still enjoyed the race and plan on many more. thanks for your help.