From what I remember of chasing you up a certain climb in Utah, I don't think your w/kg needed much work :-)

I'd be bumping that strength work up to 2-3x pw, esp if you enjoy it. Any extra strength won't go to waste in UM.

Would definitely also have a think about a couple of trips across the Tasman to get comfortable with the long OW stuff. From what I remember of swimming in NZ, a couple of hours in Christchurch water & they'd have to chip the ice off you to set you free :-)

Best of luck on your quest. Don't hesitate to reach out if I can be of any help.

AC.

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