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
Since others have addressed the cold, my advice is about the borrowed wetsuit. If possible, do a practice swim in the pool with the wetsuit to see if it fits well and to see if it creates any hot spots (friction burns). Many a swimmer comes out of a race rubbed raw in places. If you do find a hot spot or two, get some body glide to apply before the race.
Since others have addressed the cold, my advice is about the borrowed wetsuit. If possible, do a practice swim in the pool with the wetsuit to see if it fits well and to see if it creates any hot spots (friction burns). Many a swimmer comes out of a race rubbed raw in places. If you do find a hot spot or two, get some body glide to apply before the race.
