The elite competitors go first. That means that all the real triathletes are on deck. The gun goes off, and there they go, swimming like mad to the first mark. It looks really far. I didn't think it would look that far.
Second wave is on deck.
It's the white caps, which means this is Team Survivor. The Danskin series is known for raising money for breast cancer research and Team Survivor athletes have either been diagnosed with or have survived breast cancer. I am in awe at the strength and bravery that these women have now as they clamber into the water. Suddenly, my excuses and fears seem inconsequential. I've decided my tactic is to swim strong right off the line, and then pace myself.