Swimming with Sharks
So, I'm swimming my first Alcatraz race this weekend. It's an aquathlon - my first ever. Kicks off with 1.5 mile swim in the 57 degree, shark infested waters (hi mom!) and a 7 mile run through the Presidio. I'll confess to being a tad bit, shall we say "apprehensive" about the swim. I know I'll be stoked when I'm done however; Alcatraz swim has long been on my bucket list. I'm doing this race with my boy Dave who's emerged as a super strong swimmer so I'm hoping I can stay on his toes.
Anyway the swim has necessitated a few purchases including a full suit and a neoprene hoodie. I figure both will get plenty of good use over the next few years.
Anyway, here's to hoping that the sharks take a pass on the skinny guy. I'm trying out this ensemble (pictures attached for your viewing pleasure) tomorrow might as part of a test. Hope it goes well.
2 comments
I didn't know they made single-sided wetsuits.
Bucket list.
This photo set is silly awesome, and now my girls think you are an underwater superhero.
Best of luck on this pretty cool sounding event. I am doing a triathlon this weekend, one upping you with the additional event of biking, though there will be no sea creatures to deal with on the swim.
Posterous is perfect for this kind of post.
