Ok, I've looked all over the net and can't find anything satifactory on PFD's that can be worn while open water swimming for use in emergencies only. What I have in mind is something low drag that can be automatically inflated and worn while swimmimng distance in open water. Just in case of cramps, etc. Please help!
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My brother Tom used to train by pulling a navy whaler behind him. He was tethered to the boat I think it would also get you in great shape.
Chous is right learn to handle cramps and we know it is better to be on your back but the best rule of thumb is stay close to shore during traing and be fit for the swim. If it is a leg cramp no problem. I once swam a ten mile race with leg, arm and lat cramps it was not nice but I tried to relax and finished the race.
My brother Tom used to train by pulling a navy whaler behind him. He was tethered to the boat I think it would also get you in great shape.
Chous is right learn to handle cramps and we know it is better to be on your back but the best rule of thumb is stay close to shore during traing and be fit for the swim. If it is a leg cramp no problem. I once swam a ten mile race with leg, arm and lat cramps it was not nice but I tried to relax and finished the race.
