Agree that the swim was insane, and people who weren't in the water should try to avoid talking about "12" chop." The earlier description of 4-5' swells is closer to my recollection. I thought the ship was more than just taking on water. A buddy of mine - former collegiate swimmer - said he swam by a boat that had capsized.

I inhaled a bunch of water, could barely breathe during the bike, and had to bail during the run after I started to desaturate at rest while sitting in the ambulance.

Most disappointing race of my life.

Well, I guess I'll have to do another one.