We preview each nationals meet in SWIMMER magazine with some information about the city, pool, and other stuff. (Here's what we did for spring nationals: www.usmsswimmer.com/.../natspreviewswm.17jf.lr.pdf.) What type of information are you guys looking for with these previews? What do you want to know about cities you may not have been to and will be in for a couple of days?
In Minnesota it may not be a problem but I always like to know if there's an air conditioned area available. Also, is there an area for collapsible chairs/lounges as getting the legs horizontal is important for me. I agree with the locker space request as it impacts how we pack. And, possibly, a menu of food items anticipated for the Gold Medal Sponsors. I've been to a few nationals where the food served was not really swimming competition compatible. I always like to support the Gold Medal Sponsorship but as the price continues to escalate it does become a decision and easy availability of good food is a big decision factor.
In Minnesota it may not be a problem but I always like to know if there's an air conditioned area available. Also, is there an area for collapsible chairs/lounges as getting the legs horizontal is important for me. I agree with the locker space request as it impacts how we pack. And, possibly, a menu of food items anticipated for the Gold Medal Sponsors. I've been to a few nationals where the food served was not really swimming competition compatible. I always like to support the Gold Medal Sponsorship but as the price continues to escalate it does become a decision and easy availability of good food is a big decision factor.
