Florida Bodyboarder Wants to Try!

[touristsurf]

Hi Everybody,
I'm a surfer/bodyboarder from Florida, coming up with my wife to run the Marathon this weekend in Chi. I couldn't help but look at the buoys on the lake before going up and I see that you might have some waves on Saturday??? 5-8ft?? I just have to give it a try. Seen some cool pictures. Any suggestions on where I could get in the water near Chicago?? I'm bringing my bodyboard and fins, but is there anywhere to rent a longboard?

Also, how long will I last in the water with just a winter suit (no booties or hood)?

Any advice would be appreciated! I just gotta get my fix this weekend... running just doesn't cut it.