Purist

In regard to the previous blog, a friend had asked me what people wear in the race. I told her that some people wear something like a wetsuit designed for these things and some wear a bathing suit, like you’d see at a swim meet. I’m in the latter category.

“You mean, like a Speedo?” she asked.

“Yep.”

“You’re going to wear a Speedo downtown?”

Well, it’s not like I’ll be parading up and down Fourth Street. I’m doing this as a purist, and that means the minimum amount of equipment.

Also, the wetsuit alternative provides buoyancy, enhancing your speed. The insulation retains warmth and energy, which helps. I don’t want an asterisk beside my record time.

Yeah, right.