Hi everyone
I am semi new to open water swimming and can only count two open swims so far. both were one milers and the water was pretty calm, and more importantly the water was warm, in the high 70s. I am also a newer masters swimmer, and typically swim 3-4 x a week at 3,300 yards.
I signed up for a one mile swim in the Hudson in a week and I see that the water temperature is around 65 degrees. I am borrowing a friend's wet suit, a half sleeve and it comes down to the knees, but I have never swum in water that cold before.
Does any have any advice on whether i should attempt it or scrap it?
Amy
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I live in South Florida and am used to swimming in water in the high 70 tp 90 degree range. 2 weeks ago I was in California and the water was 63 degrees. I swam and it didn't feel that bad- was colder when I got out. Make sure you have a means to rewarm once you finish the swim or you body temperature will continue to drop. Have fun.
I live in South Florida and am used to swimming in water in the high 70 tp 90 degree range. 2 weeks ago I was in California and the water was 63 degrees. I swam and it didn't feel that bad- was colder when I got out. Make sure you have a means to rewarm once you finish the swim or you body temperature will continue to drop. Have fun.
