I read that LC Nationals would be at the Woodlands (Texas) next year. While I am happy that the meet is in my backyard, that pool has one significant flaw. The shallow end is only 3 feet deep which causes the blocks to be only 18 inches or so off the water (on that end).
The Woodlands typically uses the shallow end as the start end for 50's so that timers do not have to move. I know this is just anecdotal, but my personal experiences have been poor. From the same meet: I went a 25.6 from the shallow end and then 25.0 from the deep (leading off a relay) in 2001. In 2002 26.0, 25.3 (again leading off a relay) and even back in 1997 I went a 25.5 anchoring a relay from the shallow end, and then a 25.5 in the regular event from the deep end.
I am pleased to report that a 1/2 barrel of Urquell tastes mighty fine indeed on a hot summer evening when iced down with rock salt added to make it extra cold. Cost me $120 from the local distributor and worth every dime. So good, it has got me thinking about buying a keg cooler. But I'd probably end up looking like Speedo guy.
I once had Anchor Steam on tap in Sausalito. That was pretty good, too.
I am pleased to report that a 1/2 barrel of Urquell tastes mighty fine indeed on a hot summer evening when iced down with rock salt added to make it extra cold. Cost me $120 from the local distributor and worth every dime. So good, it has got me thinking about buying a keg cooler. But I'd probably end up looking like Speedo guy.
I once had Anchor Steam on tap in Sausalito. That was pretty good, too.
