At first glance this morning's conditions looked very similar to yesterday's....a light easterly wind, the sun peaking out from behind a smattering of clouds in the sky, a water temp slightly warmer than yesterday and frequent waves rolling in. Upon a closer inspection The Patriarch, David and I would find the conditions to be considerably more challenging than yesterday.
While yesterday's swim could be compared to a rolling country side ride this today's adventure was more like mountain bike ride through a rock query. The waves this morning ranged form 2-4ft....although the occasional 2ft wave (...notice the intentional singularity...) was more of gracious reprieve being offered by the Lady of Lake before she would unleash an onslaught of 4ft waves. The challenge this morning wasn't to maintain your swim stroke...it was to have one at all. In a weird kind of way, it was fun.
As we swam northward toward the 'rockpile' the onslaught of waves constantly demanded attention...reminding you that if you didn't pull hard with your stroke the waves would send you rolling back to shore. If you've ever swam in the middle of 3000 people (such as at the start of an Ironman) you could probably relate to this morning's conditions....just when you think you've found your groove...wham!
While our elapsed time to the 'rockpile' and back wasn't stellar this morning it was certainly our best strength workout of the season. ...with tired arms, aching shoulders and a huge grin on our faces we climbed onto the Klode beach with the roll of the sea still permeating in our heads...oh, what a rush!! Anyone up for going again???
Upcoming Adventures:
Monday: 4:30pm
Tuesday: 6:30am
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