See Ya Later, Alligator

Jessica and I are getting ready to leave for Cheraw, SC. I bought her this race for a birthday present. This will be my second tri and my first open water race. We used to go camping at Cheraw State Park and I saw alligators in the lake a few years ago. Pray that this sinner of a goatlady doesn't get eaten!

Anyway, they say the water temperature is 73 degrees, doubt the gators will be too active. I don't really like wearing a wet suit. Do I wear the wet suit or not? I'll call home tonight and have my husband tell me what you experienced tri-bloggers say. Thanks for any advice! I'll give you a report tomorrow evening!