Triathalon swim deaths 2008 rising. What is going on?
Former Member
What is going on and why are autopsys coming back "cause of death unknown." The numbers are concerning, but the lack of explanation is really bothering me. It makes me feel as if something is being hidden. We have come a long way with CT scans, PET scans, x-rays, serum chemical analysis. I don't buy "cause of death unknown" with modern day capabilities.
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I'd be curious to see how many deaths occurred on the bike leg and running leg over the same period of time. Could it be that if people see someone blue in the face and keel over running or cycling they would have a chance to help where in swimming it all goes unnoticed. That is not to discount the anxiety level many triathletes experience in the water.
As for the risks of open water swimming (even alone) I have always said that I am FAR FAR more likely to get killed or injured in the drive to the water than while swimming there.
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Former Member
I'd be curious to see how many deaths occurred on the bike leg and running leg over the same period of time. Could it be that if people see someone blue in the face and keel over running or cycling they would have a chance to help where in swimming it all goes unnoticed. That is not to discount the anxiety level many triathletes experience in the water.
As for the risks of open water swimming (even alone) I have always said that I am FAR FAR more likely to get killed or injured in the drive to the water than while swimming there.
