The TriDot Triathlon Podcast Swim Straight! Your Guide to Open-Water Success
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Jul 29, 2024 
Join Jan Sibbersen, founder of Sailfish Wetsuits and renowned swimmer, alongside Jenn Reinhart, an Austin coaching legend with over 40 years of experience. They dive deep into open-water swimming, discussing strategies to navigate effectively, sight efficiently, and practice skills in the pool. Learn about the best goggle tints for different conditions, essential gear for competition, and humorous anecdotes, such as goat encounters. Get ready to tackle the waves with confidence and expert tips from two seasoned pros!
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Buoy Rope Incident
- Jan Sibbersen recounted getting tangled in a buoy rope while leading in Kona.
- This incident highlighted the importance of avoiding swimming too close to buoys.
Identify and Correct Drift
- Analyze your stroke technique and breathing pattern to identify the source of your drift.
- Train in a pool without lane lines to practice swimming straight, if possible.
Efficient Sighting Technique
- Practice 'alligator eyes': lift your eyes slightly while extending your lead arm, maintaining stroke rhythm.
- Minimize head-lifting in calm water; adapt to higher lifts only in choppy conditions.