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I am a strong swimmer (in a pool) but have never really swam in a river before. Any tips from seasoned pros for a first timer like me?
The biggest difference is the lack of a little rest (however short, even with a fast turn) at the end of each length.
Go off a little slower than you normally would, especially if you don't want to be part of any swim biff.
(Not a seasoned pro but have done a fair bit of open water swimming over the years.)
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Good luck Mike.
The flow in the river will be pretty rapid, so on the way downstream (first leg) keep as central as possible as that’s where it’s fastest, you turn at the bridge and you’ll be travelling quite fast so move over and prepare for the turn nice and early, then on the upstream hug the bank as close as you can, as the water flow is slowest here, if you aren’t touching the boats you’re not close enough!
Thankfully with the current course you do about 80% downstream and 20% upstream so the fast flow should help you more than hinder you!
Then Enjoy the bike!
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First ever triathlon this Sunday, the Royal Windsor Olympic Distance. I have been training well and consider myself well prepared by I am a bit nervous about the swim bit. I am a strong swimmer (in a pool) but have never really swam in a river before. Any tips from seasoned pros for a first timer like me?
I am really looking forward to it and am prepared mentally but it is the fear of the unknown more than anything I guess.