I propose USMS adopt handicap measurements to more equitably compare performances in Masters Swimming.
1. Married ...... deduct one tenth per 50
2. Nagging spouse.... deduct two tenths per 50
3. Each child under the age of 10..... deduct one tenth per 50
4. Work more than 40 hours a week..... deduct one tenth per 50
5. House and car payment stress.... deduct on tenth per vehicle two tenths per house.
6. Travel more than 1 day a week.... one tenth per 50
Note: item 6 can help negate item 2.
In addition.... those of us with more manageable lifestyles need to adjust their times as well.
7. Training more than 4,000 a workout ...... add one tenth per 50
8. Training more than 4 days a week....... add one tenth per 50
9. Born independently wealthy..... add 3 tenths per 50
John Smith
Former Member
"When commenting on my times, mocking and ignoring information."
Things said between us both in past posts have LONG AGO been worked out. I never said anything about your times in this post. As far as my choice to ignore your information, that is my right! I could care less what you swim or what your times are or how much you know or do not know.
If you want to push this issue, I can drag the lumber out if needed ....and..... having said that, I see no need for that. What I posted was HUMOR....Actually, Mr. Moose and Ralph posted most of it....and if you have a problem with what they posted, take it up with them.
Hey Tom you big Dork, don't do that to us.....
Mr. Moose & Ralph
This:
Originally posted by aquageek
Boo freakin' hoo
is geek's own Boo freakin' hoo:
it's the whining of the 'ground breaking contributors' to swimming 'Magnus von Pounderson', 'Farney McGee' and 'David Wooderson', the non learning on this subject for years, the avoidance for years of gull's corroboration on the subject.
After 'David Wooderson', expect from geek an impersonation like 'Stone MacFarlane':
that's the maximum possible extend of his 'knowledge' for swimming.
Ah, actually....Mr. Moose was poking fun at everyone for getting sucked back into the same old junk.....me included!
Golly Gee Ion, come on, lighten up and at the very least carry on a simple, dignified argument with a Moose.
Mr. Gill, now that you will be in charge of servicing members in our organization....
Must have missed that vote. Was that one from one of the late nights in what was termed "hospitality" Mark?
1) We can't take the swimmers word for it that he has a nagging wife. They will have to bring them to the meet to be verified.
Mr. Gill, now that you will be in charge of servicing members in our organization, this just might be the perfect task for you to warm up for your new duties.
;)
I guess I fall into the late bloomer category too ... someone tell me, is that a bad thing?
Depends what you're trying to "bloom" and we're not talking onions here.
