Hi Swimmers, The relay looks like it is a go so far! I'm working on a schedule this week. Since this is a new swim, I think there will be a bit of a learning curve, so work with me.
Unlike many swims, this relay will be a team effort. With this team effort, once a commitment is made to the schedule, we will need you to make the swim. Swimmers will be scheduled for four hour blocks. The first shift will start with Yuko swimming the first two k of her record attempt. You will be able to swim two k or one k twice with a break between swimmers.
The shifts start Friday, October 12th at 6pm. The first shift is 6-10pm, then 10pm to 2am, etc. Based on swimmers completing each k in a little less than a half hour, I hope to finish Sunday by 6pm. No need to swim fast this year, since Lucky would like to be able to break this record in the future.
Lucky and Chris Bolfing will be flex swimmers to fill in if a swimmer is late or our time estimate is a little off. We plan on having a guide boat and a kayak for safety. Plan on helping with guiding and cheering your friends while they swim on their way to a World Record. Night swimmers will also have lighted buoys to help navigate. Rules so far include no wetsuits, snorkels, or fins. Goggles, swim caps, and swimsuits are ok. Swimmers over age sixteen welcome. Younger swimmers need prior approval and an escort. Each swimmer should have had at least one lake crossing to prequalify for the relay.
Swimmers, friends, and family are welcome to join us for volunteering and for the pre and post festivities. Many of the slots are filled, so please let me know what times you would like to swim. Nights are the most available. My cell is (281)788-6840. Sorry about the Houston number, but that is where headquarters is located and I'm often out of town. Lastly, please try to raise at least $20 per swimmer for the Learn to Swim Program.
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