I was just informed that I would be disqualified for resting on a kayak in an open water swim event. I'm using these as a training tool for my Ironman. Was wondering what people's opinions were. What if someone had a cramp or needed to clear goggles or decided to take in nutrition? Looking forward to hearing your responses.
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I think if you have sense enough to realize you need the help of a kayak to feed or clear your goggles, then you should also consider that maybe it was not to be your day. No shame in DNF. Either you can complete the swim safely or you can not. If you need help during the swim, then you could not. (At least on that day.)
I think if you have sense enough to realize you need the help of a kayak to feed or clear your goggles, then you should also consider that maybe it was not to be your day. No shame in DNF. Either you can complete the swim safely or you can not. If you need help during the swim, then you could not. (At least on that day.)
