Hi! My name is Andy. I'm new here. I've lurked a little, and it looks like you all are really nice, helpful folks. Looking forward to interacting with you!
I started this thread for a couple of reasons:
First, to find out if there is anyone else on this board who is doing either the 2.5K or the 5K in this year's Big Shoulders in Chicago on 9/8.
Second, if anyone has ever done that race, to find out what it was like, and to ask if there are any pieces of advice to share. This will be my first time in that race, and actually my first open water swim other than a tri.
Finally, to ask if there are any training plans anyone can recommend to me.
Also, is there a thread anywhere on this board on which folks introduce themselves?
Thanks!
Here's the info for CIOWS, Central Illinois Open Water Swim, on Aug. 4:
Central IL Open Water Swim - Saturday, August 4, 2012 - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums
Big Shoulders is down to the last ca. 100 spots. At 1200 swimmers, it will be huge this year. Registration might be prudent for those still "thinking about it," else there won't be much left to think about until 2013. :)
www.bigshoulders.org
There is a fast wave for those competing. For most, it is a grand community swim.
Here's the info for CIOWS, Central Illinois Open Water Swim, on Aug. 4:
Central IL Open Water Swim - Saturday, August 4, 2012 - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums
Big Shoulders is down to the last ca. 100 spots. At 1200 swimmers, it will be huge this year. Registration might be prudent for those still "thinking about it," else there won't be much left to think about until 2013. :)
www.bigshoulders.org
There is a fast wave for those competing. For most, it is a grand community swim.
