Has anyone done the Miami swim (Nike Miami)? I would like to sign up for this ast my first 10K. I called the organizing company yesterday and they were very nice, but not very knowledgeable about the race. Any insights from anyone who has done it? The woman I talked to thought it was a 5 lap course but wasn't sure. Also, this would be my first 10K. Can you eat during it? I was thinking of bringing a gel or two, but without water to wash it down that might be kinda yucky. I don't know how that works on a long swim. I have a really fast metabolism, and after a couple hours of exercise I pretty really hungry and sluggish if I don't eat something. thanks for any advice.
Here is the event link: miamisportsinternational.com/
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Sorry about my typing on that first message...I'm not used to this keyboard.
Thanks for the tip on the feeding station. I didn't know that sort of thing existed. The race company said outside vessels are not allowed on the course, only their lifeguards. My long-distance suit is more like a short/sleeveless tri suit, so I have a couple little pockets and I can stick some gels in them. That's worked on my 3-4 mile swims.
I also wonder if there is a spectator friendly place to watch. I know watching this sort of thing is not super exciting (esp me, i'm slow), but my family and boyfriend want to watch. I figure if there's a bar or restaurant on the water that would be more fun for them.
Sorry about my typing on that first message...I'm not used to this keyboard.
Thanks for the tip on the feeding station. I didn't know that sort of thing existed. The race company said outside vessels are not allowed on the course, only their lifeguards. My long-distance suit is more like a short/sleeveless tri suit, so I have a couple little pockets and I can stick some gels in them. That's worked on my 3-4 mile swims.
I also wonder if there is a spectator friendly place to watch. I know watching this sort of thing is not super exciting (esp me, i'm slow), but my family and boyfriend want to watch. I figure if there's a bar or restaurant on the water that would be more fun for them.
