Why does it appear many masters swimmers are taking USMS so seriously?
What's the difference between the typical "selfish train all day", "it's all about me" triathlete and a masters swimmer who seriously trains as hard as they can.... particularly to focus on setting masters records?
Seems like there is a growing parallel between triathletes and many masters swimmers these days.
Isn't it just "masters swimming" for health and fun in the end?
Does a masters record really mean that much?
Is this a good thing? ..... or a turn off for those who look on with amusement.
.... the general obsession with tech suits, etc.
The level of obsession over gear/tech suits by swimmers is about one-one billionth of the obsession over gear by triathletes. I have enjoyed the angst over tech suits when I have read numerous articles in tri magazines over the weight of such items as water bottle cages, eye glasses, etc.
The most recent Triathlete magazine has a large article reviewing the newest electronic shifters, price is $5K.
.... the general obsession with tech suits, etc.
The level of obsession over gear/tech suits by swimmers is about one-one billionth of the obsession over gear by triathletes. I have enjoyed the angst over tech suits when I have read numerous articles in tri magazines over the weight of such items as water bottle cages, eye glasses, etc.
The most recent Triathlete magazine has a large article reviewing the newest electronic shifters, price is $5K.
