The Howdy Honda Cap 2K is an excellent destination open water swim in Austin, TX. The weekend is manageable without a rental car and Austin is a Southwest Airlines carrier destination... personally I am not a big fan of SWA however it can be relatively cheap if your flight is direct. The Cap 2K is hosted by Sandy and Keith Bell of American Swimming Association. Check out everything you need to know at http://www.cap2k.com/ ...and feel free to pester me with your inquiries at swimthegoodfight at gmail-com. In addition, the event is a fundraiser for prostate cancer - keep on swimmin'