I was in two minds as we left around 0730 hrs due to a persistent viral chest infection and a dry cough - not the best antecedents for a 4km ocean swim on a cool day and blustery conditions.
Discretion became the better part as I decided against risking a possible heart-valve infection (having had valve-replacement surgery I've become a little wary about placing undue stress on the body when viral). So, with some grinding and gnashing of teeth, combined with some robust rationalisation... I took photos instead and tried to vicariously enjoy the day - which I did!
Ian and I have a now fifteen year tradition of swimming this event and some years I have even trained for it! Most of the time I rely on some regular kayaking for fitness, exercise bands and muscle memory. It seems to work - I don't seem to go any faster when I regularly visit a pool beforehand....
Off to NZ on Monday - hope the cold is gone by then.
Pictures below tell the story of the day - Ian swam well for a young 65 yr old!!!
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| Ian looking a little anxious beforehand... |
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| 700 starters lined up |
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| Ex-Premier Teddy Baillieu (who founded the swim) |
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| Ian looking suitable exhausted |
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| A Happy Finisher! |
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