Hello,
I have a question regarding etiquette when sharing/splitting a lane that is against the wall (with the ladders).
Today a woman wanted to share my lane with me but was perturbed when I told her that I wanted the pool side of the lane.
It is my feeling that if I am in the lane first I get to decide what side I want, either the wall side or the pool side.
Is there a general rule or some type of etiquette that I am not aware of?
Maybe it's just the snooty New Englanders.
Ouch! At first, I thought :nono: then :shakeshead: but now I'm just left to :cry:
Anyways, as far as the original post, the person getting into the lane should yield to the swimmer already there, just like the cars from the on-ramp ought to.
As far as foot touching, I might suggest that most lap swimmers probably get upset because they are forced out of their zone, and many may just not be used to this practice ("What, is the pool on fire?"). I grew up with it as a swimmer in age groups, so the fitness swimmer that never experienced it might just be unaware, and that we are trying to prevent accidents.
If I have to tap a toe or tickle a foot, I make sure to say "Thanks" when I see them later in the workout. Maybe flatlander's are just not as gentle when tapping? :thhbbb: :bolt:
Maybe it's just the snooty New Englanders.
Ouch! At first, I thought :nono: then :shakeshead: but now I'm just left to :cry:
Anyways, as far as the original post, the person getting into the lane should yield to the swimmer already there, just like the cars from the on-ramp ought to.
As far as foot touching, I might suggest that most lap swimmers probably get upset because they are forced out of their zone, and many may just not be used to this practice ("What, is the pool on fire?"). I grew up with it as a swimmer in age groups, so the fitness swimmer that never experienced it might just be unaware, and that we are trying to prevent accidents.
If I have to tap a toe or tickle a foot, I make sure to say "Thanks" when I see them later in the workout. Maybe flatlander's are just not as gentle when tapping? :thhbbb: :bolt:
