here you go, the thread you've been waiting for
SWIM RANT
RANT to your hearts content about aspects of
SWIMMING and SWIMMERS that bug YOU
I encourage you to be good natured and hilarious
you may find it cathartic
Ande
New to the forum and I had to jump in on this one...
Folks who take up a full lane which is dedicated for circle swimming and start a set of walking in place with a hip-float.
Folks who jump in right in front of you as you are breaking out of a turn.
Folks who get in the lane with you in the middle of a sprint set and swim down the middle like a tug-boat.
Folks who borrow your gear without asking and then break your gear.Soap Box:
Along the lines of the fins, like many other aids, fins have a purpose. When used as an aid for a purpose, they can add value.
When used as an excuse, they add no value.
And lastly, a younger swimming commenting on how a 3,500 yard / meter workout is easy compared to a 5,000 yard / meter workout.How old would you be if you did not know how old you are??:cool:
New to the forum and I had to jump in on this one...
Folks who take up a full lane which is dedicated for circle swimming and start a set of walking in place with a hip-float.
Folks who jump in right in front of you as you are breaking out of a turn.
Folks who get in the lane with you in the middle of a sprint set and swim down the middle like a tug-boat.
Folks who borrow your gear without asking and then break your gear.Soap Box:
Along the lines of the fins, like many other aids, fins have a purpose. When used as an aid for a purpose, they can add value.
When used as an excuse, they add no value.
And lastly, a younger swimming commenting on how a 3,500 yard / meter workout is easy compared to a 5,000 yard / meter workout.How old would you be if you did not know how old you are??:cool:
