Marathon Swim at 6000 feet

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hi all - i'm considering a marathon swim of 20 miles next july. My concern is this: i've lived the last few years at 200 feet elevation and the lake is at 6000 ft. I'm sure in the months as I train i can get some time in at higher elevations, but they would probably be no more than 2000 feet. How significant is this change in elevation and would it drastically affect my ability to swim for 20 miles, even if i have the endurance? My endurance is another question. I've completed one Ironman triathlon, meaning i've never swam more than 2.4 miles. I'm very comfortable in the water though and feel i can be disciplined over the next 10 months to get the training in. Anyone have thoughts on training tips in order to complete a 20 mile swim 10 months from now? Thanks much.
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    Thanks everyone for the input. The temperature of the lake is low to mid 60s in mid-July. However, I WILL be wearing a wetsuit. Sorry I didn't clarify, I'm not that masochistic just yet to go wetsuit-less, but at 145 lbs i have little fat layer for insulation so i'm going to go the wimpy route. I'll check out those books as well!
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  • Former Member
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    Thanks everyone for the input. The temperature of the lake is low to mid 60s in mid-July. However, I WILL be wearing a wetsuit. Sorry I didn't clarify, I'm not that masochistic just yet to go wetsuit-less, but at 145 lbs i have little fat layer for insulation so i'm going to go the wimpy route. I'll check out those books as well!
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