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Post by sarazim on May 22, 2007 15:46:15 GMT -5
Any newbies interested in testing out the water in a friendly, newbies-specific, all questions welcome setting, please join me at Columbia Beach on Monday, 6/18 at 6pm!
We will practice sighting, getting used to the open water, and turning around buoys. We can also address any other questions or concerns you might have. Please wear a brightly colored swim cap. This is something that all CTC members should remember to do for every open water swim for safety reasons. The water should be warm enough by then to go without a wetsuit, but if you do have one, you should bring it to practice getting in and out of quickly.
Columbia Beach is located in Bay Village on Lake Road. 252 (Columbia Road) dead ends into the park. You can park at the church and cross the street. Then, go down the stairs and we will meet you at the bottom landing.
You can't miss me--I'll be the one who's about 6 months pregnant. ;D
Hope to see you then! Please post with any further questions!
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Post by kfoster on May 22, 2007 16:47:01 GMT -5
Is this the same location that Rob will be starting a regular swim workout? I definitely want to be involved in this newbie outing since I have never done any open water swims before, (though I am otherwise comfortable in the water, since I was a competitive swimmer in H.S.) but I need to get some experience before the Maumee Sprint on 6/17. Any advice? Enjoy your blog, btw. :-)
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Post by Aussie Rob on May 22, 2007 22:25:20 GMT -5
Ill be there for sure. I have a feeling swimming through the brown lake is different from sitting out behind the break waiting for a wave in the blue pacific like im used to  |
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Post by suziharman on May 23, 2007 7:36:18 GMT -5
kfoster - try to get up to Maumee early and practice in the lake the day before the race.
Munroe Falls is a "local" inland lake that you might be able to go practice in as well, assuming Lake Erie does not warm up appropriately in time...
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Post by Carrie on May 23, 2007 10:47:22 GMT -5
I was waiting to hear about a open water swim for Newbies and unfortunately I will be out of town on 6/18! Please consider having another Newbie swim in the future. Thanks - Carrie
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Post by Carrie on May 23, 2007 10:48:37 GMT -5
I was waiting to hear about a open water swim for Newbies and unfortunately I will be out of town on 6/18! Please consider having another Newbie swim in the future. Thanks - Carrie
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Post by sarazim on May 23, 2007 12:06:30 GMT -5
Yes, this is the location that Rob will be leading the weekly swim workouts from. I'm sure we'll have some more newbies swims in the future, so no worries! Suzi's suggestions are great for anyone looking to get in before the 18th!
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Post by JenCollister on May 23, 2007 12:07:54 GMT -5
There is also a newbies specific practice at Mentor Headlands this Saturday put on by the GCT staff. I know this is a busy weekend, but if you have time, it is definitely worth checking out.
We'll have other sessions soon too. Stay posted.
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Post by JimM on May 23, 2007 12:30:15 GMT -5
Will this practice include a swim?
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Post by JenCollister on May 23, 2007 13:31:37 GMT -5
Yes
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Post by sarazim on Jun 14, 2007 9:27:54 GMT -5
bump--just a reminder for all newbies to join us Monday at 6!
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Post by sarajean on Jun 14, 2007 14:58:07 GMT -5
I'm looking forward to it!
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Post by Aussie Rob on Jun 16, 2007 15:32:19 GMT -5
I'm still concerned about the temp of the lake. I don't own a wetsuit yet.
Is it realistic to swim without one this early?
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Post by kfoster on Jun 16, 2007 16:03:01 GMT -5
I've been in a few times in the past two weeks without a wetsuit...first week was chilly, but last week didn't bother me.
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Post by sarazim on Jun 16, 2007 18:52:40 GMT -5
Hey Rob--I will be going without a wetsuit, since I can't fit into mine anymore! See how it feels and if you are too cold you can always bail. Kevin was a brave soul last week without one and he said it was fine.
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Post by sarazim on Jun 16, 2007 18:55:13 GMT -5
Hey Newbies--I live so close to Columbia Park, so I'm going to throw some burgers on the grill afterwards. My house is just about 2 blocks away and I can give the details to anyone who's interested. I will also post on the Training section of the Club Forum so we can get some club veterans there, too! This will be a great time to mingle with new triathletes and seasoned veterans. Please RSVP below by Monday afternoon if you plan on stopping by so I know how much food to pick up. Hope to see you there!  |
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Post by Aussie Rob on Jun 16, 2007 20:01:49 GMT -5
Ok, ill suck it up and go without one. I'll stop by and say hello afterwards if you'll have me. |
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Post by lmiller33 on Jun 17, 2007 23:01:30 GMT -5
Hi, just joined the club, it's my first season so if you're got room I'm in too. Thanks
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Post by jkneubel on Jun 18, 2007 7:08:55 GMT -5
I sent my check to CTC a few weeks ago, so I am a new member, as well. I will be there tonight for the open water swim. Sara - If you are still having a gathering after the swim, I can bring some ice tea and chips, if that will help.
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Post by sarazim on Jun 18, 2007 9:21:15 GMT -5
Thanks--the club generously offered to pick up the cost of the food so we should be covered!
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Post by Thomas III on Jun 18, 2007 12:48:00 GMT -5
I'm a new member also, I joined the end of last week. I will be at the swim tonight!!
Is Columbia Beach off of I90, the Dave and Buster exit??
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Post by Angie on Jun 18, 2007 13:29:47 GMT -5
Yes.... go north on columbia until you get to the lake.. if you go any farther you will be swimming.  . There is a parking lot on the left... park there. ANGIE |
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Post by Thomas III on Jun 18, 2007 13:34:18 GMT -5
Thanks a million
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Post by Aussie Rob on Jun 18, 2007 20:04:00 GMT -5
Just want to say thanks to Sara and the club for hosting the swim and the feed afterwards. I had a lot of fun.
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Post by sarazim on Jun 18, 2007 21:18:15 GMT -5
Thanks to all the newbies and veterans who came out tonight! It was a perfect evening to swim and meet some new friends.
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Post by Brandon on Jun 19, 2007 13:51:38 GMT -5
Thank you Sara for having us over for some tasty food and leading my first swim in the Great Lake Erie. I assume your puppy is well hydrated today. Better he goes for the gatorade than the burgers :-)
It was good meeting everyone that made it out!!!
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Post by falenosoy007 on Jul 29, 2007 11:32:12 GMT -5
Hey guys i am a newbie too i never been into a tri before cleveland is very soon i want to do the very easy easy sprint wich i beleive is the 1/2 mile swim 15 k bike and 5 run, i have practice my run and my bike (mountain bike) can i still be ready for cleveland? i havent do any swim yet i dont own a wet suit or a tri bike . can i do the tri with a regular mountain bike? i was on a wedding last week in vegas so that stop my training! if theres any practice this week let me know or any can email me please falenosoy007@hotmail.com
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Post by chuckm on Jul 29, 2007 15:39:58 GMT -5
Assuming your goal is to finish, have fun and try out the sport, the mountain bike will be fine.
The swim may be an issue tho if you're not sure you can swim at least 30 lengths of the pool. The lake water will be dark, there will be a bunch of people around you, and it will seem like you're way out away from shore. If you haven't done ANY swimming yet I think you should seriously reconsider racing.
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Post by Aussie Rob on Jul 29, 2007 19:15:16 GMT -5
Can you swim? Come on down to Columbia swim on mondays @ 6pm and get a taste of open water swimming. People of all levels swim there.
Once you do that you'll have a better idea of what you're capable of.
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Post by falenosoy007 on Jul 30, 2007 8:30:17 GMT -5
YES I THINK IS A GREAT IDEA, TODAY IS MONDAY I LIVE IN AKRON CLEVELAND IS FAR FOR ME BUT DEFINATLEY I CAN TRY TO GO TODAY AROUND 6 TO SWIM, AND YEA I KNOW HOW TO SWIM, HOPRFULLY IN DICKS I CAN FIND A YELLOW CAP , THANK YOU VERY MUCH
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. There is a parking lot on the left... park there. ANGIE