Of the three sports of triathlon, swimming is still my favorite. Gliding weightless through the open water is my favorite state of being and San Francisco bay is my favorite place to swim. Admittedly, most of year, the temperature is colder than I’d like. However, the bay is up to 62 degrees now (it dips to 43 in the depth of winter).
Aside from the initial shock of getting in, I think this is the perfect water temperature for long distance swimming. No special training needed this time of the year. I know it lacks curbside appeal, but if you’ve ever wanted to try bay swimming. . . now is the time!
Photo by Dolphin Club member – Lolly Lewis.
