Does anyone have any clever ideas for the design of a feed stick for longer races? I've used a small aluminum pot on the end of a broomhandle in the past, but it's a bit short/small and not great if the water is rough.
Also, ideally I'll have my bottle(s) attached by string to the stick so I can drink from them and then drop them, but what to do about things like pills (e.g. seasickness pills)?
Any other thoughts appreciated.
-LBJ
Kiwi,
When I swam the Channel in 2000, I was fed by a water bottle on a string. And I was never warned of any potential problems by either the official observer or the captain. While I wasn’t towed by a taut (or taught) string, I did give it some thought. And I can see that the observer would warn or disqualify the swimmer for such an offense.
“Plus the water bottle must be above the water when drinking.” How could one drink with the water bottle under the water?:)
“Check with the race officials what is allowed, and train on that method” is excellent advice!
Kiwi,
When I swam the Channel in 2000, I was fed by a water bottle on a string. And I was never warned of any potential problems by either the official observer or the captain. While I wasn’t towed by a taut (or taught) string, I did give it some thought. And I can see that the observer would warn or disqualify the swimmer for such an offense.
“Plus the water bottle must be above the water when drinking.” How could one drink with the water bottle under the water?:)
“Check with the race officials what is allowed, and train on that method” is excellent advice!
