Attempted my first full 140.6 in Copenhagen this past weekend. Water was 60°F/16°C. Did a warm-up and doubled capped. (Worth noting I have no body fat.) With only 600 meters left I succumbed to hypothermia and staying in the race wasn't an option, I was pulled by a medic jet ski. To say it was devastating is an understatement. 8-10 months of training gone in 60 seconds.
Not to be defeated, I registered for IM MD (getting expensive), upon reading race reviews sounds like the swim sucks. Aside from being FREEZING the KMD IM swim had some perks (swimming under bridges for spectator cheering, could always see the bottom of the surface) but also Jellyfish.
I know last years IM MD was cold due to a post-poned date from a hurricane. Hoping since this year has been so hot (everywhere but Denmark) water temps stay somewhat reasonable. But anything is possible and that's the race.
Any other IM MD tips appreciated. Was hoping to return from my vacation free to work on my dumb projects but looks like a few more century rides are in my future.
Not to be defeated, I registered for IM MD (getting expensive), upon reading race reviews sounds like the swim sucks. Aside from being FREEZING the KMD IM swim had some perks (swimming under bridges for spectator cheering, could always see the bottom of the surface) but also Jellyfish.
I know last years IM MD was cold due to a post-poned date from a hurricane. Hoping since this year has been so hot (everywhere but Denmark) water temps stay somewhat reasonable. But anything is possible and that's the race.
Any other IM MD tips appreciated. Was hoping to return from my vacation free to work on my dumb projects but looks like a few more century rides are in my future.