I'm doing the Chesapeake Bay swim on Sunday. I have no idea what to expect. I'm planning to not use a wetsuit but I noticed most swimmers had wetsuits last year...not sure why. If anyone has done this swim I'd appreaciate any tips/advice. This will be my longest OW swim to date.
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Most swimmers wear a wetsuit because there are no separate divisions and the wet suit increases your speed. The water is usually warm so there is no need to use a wet suit for insulation. There is usually a cross current (left to right) that is created by the outgoing tide (ebb). This current increases near the end of the swim.
You'll have fun. It is a well run swim. Good luck.
Most swimmers wear a wetsuit because there are no separate divisions and the wet suit increases your speed. The water is usually warm so there is no need to use a wet suit for insulation. There is usually a cross current (left to right) that is created by the outgoing tide (ebb). This current increases near the end of the swim.
You'll have fun. It is a well run swim. Good luck.
