Thursday, September 11, 2025

Big Shoulders Race Report



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Krew at Big Shoulders; Brick, Abbey, Cindy, Tatoo'd lady, Mr. Anonymous, Anna, moondaug.


Evryone had a great swim at Big shoulders. It was an ideal end of the competition season. Nice sunny day with summer water tempeatures in the mid to high 60's. A beautiful venue and Chicago looked great going out later. Summer flowers still in bloom, and wonderfull weather to enjoy the city and all its amenities. And nice people all around, at least in the several districts I visited. 


Several of the Klode crew grabbed top spots in their group. I hear Brick and Cindy took first in their categories. I got swam over once and a couple of bumber car collisions. And some toe tickler leaving nail scratches on my lower legs. No one likes a toe tickler. But all in all, had a great time!


Congratulations also to Cap'n and Hawaii 4.0 for their finishes of Ironman and half Ironman. Cap'n amazingly is the last person standing to finish all 23 WI Ironman races. 


Delightful fall swimming still lies ahead. Taking an early afternoon swim (this afternoon) I ran into Itch and Brick exiting as I was entering. The water was a delightfully warm fall temperature of about low 60's. And leaves are starting to turn. Though waves were a bit like a wash machine on low. Best swim of the season.


P S. I didn't snap any pics myself, as I was wrapped up in the moment, but I know some did. Posts appreciated.