2008 Binge Swim Training Bender; May 23-June 1, 2008
(Open-water preparation for beginners, intermediate, and advanced swimmers)
Welcome to this year’s Binge Swim Training Bender and we’re happy that you’re considering joining us for ten days of swimming, sun, sand, chlorine, and a few good nights out and about in our little beach community. Please notice that the binge training mostly takes place on the weekend of May 23rd (three days due to Memorial Day) and the following weekend ending on June 1st. There will be two days off (Tuesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 29) and only one practice session on Wednesday and Friday of the same week. We understand that for our local participants and out-of-town visitors that the majority of our training is best completed on the weekends. This will free up time for those of you interested in visiting the local attractions or to attend to commitments away from the pool.
The overall purpose of this swim cycle is fourfold:
- Prepare participants for the 2008 open-water season.
- Encourage our tri-athletes to take part.
- Enable our less experienced swimmers to swim open-water with confidence.
- Support one another to achieve our training goals.
Coach's Corner - Having (or Giving) a Good Time
~By Dave Samuelsohn
Announcement: "Come on people; I know it's late but we can't start the 500 until we have sixteen timers. If you can time, please help us out now."
You're thinking, "I dunno how to use a stopwatch." But your ride is in heat six. So you're thinking "Oh God, kill me now." At least if you knew how to time....
I have been asked to offer a Primer on Timing for all of us - and for all of the friends and family who we bring with us for no apparent reason, to swim meets, the planners of which, unfortunately, have not planned well enough to have arranged for timers in advance. I hate when that happens. So, here goes:
Annual 24 Mile Tampa Bay Marathon Swim
The date is set: April 19th, 2008. All interested parties need to contact Dave Petkovsek (Dynoswim's team Captain for this year's event) and give him a $100.00 deposit. Last year's participants will be given first priority.
This race is sanctioned by Florida LMSC for USMS Inc., Sanction # (applied for), and current USMS (United States Masters Swimming) Long Distance Swimming rules govern this swim.
Read more about the Eleventh Annual 24 Mile Tampa Bay Marathon Swim
Rotary Tour of Scenic Highway (Century), Flagler Beach
No matter which length tour you take this year, you will be on a designated Florida Scenic Highway – if you do the 100 mile tour, you travel all five in the Flagler area.
Click here for the Rotary Tour Brochure
Polar Bear Plunge a Success!
Cold? Just a little. Wet? Yes. Fun? Absolutely!
Seven Dynoswimmers participated New Years Eve in the 1st Annual Dynoswim Polar Plunge. The weather was beautiful at 72 degrees however the water was a bit chilly at 63 degrees. Once the initial shock of getting in was over and hypothermia starting to set in - a few of us went for a short swim. Of course, the spectators on the beach thought we were insane but that’s okay. That’s what it’s about, having fun and being a little crazy!
Participants in order (left to right): Judi Rich, Samie Grogan, Dean Osterloh, Dave Petkovsek, Christine Bange, Michael Rich and Grace, Dave’s yellow lab (the newest Dynoswim member!)
1st Annual Dynoswim Polar Bear Plunge
Cold? Maybe. Wet? Probably. Fun? Definitely!
Our 1st Annual Polar Bear Plunge will take place December 31st at 1pm. By the way, you won’t have to plunge to have some fun – support your cold and wet teammates. Feel free to just stop by and heckle your fellow swimmers. Grab some Hot Cocoa or the beverages of your choice and meet us at A1A and Highbridge.
Just be sure to RSVP by December 30th. Just call Coach Dean O. or send him an email.
January Jam 2008: the MS Plunge for Parcells
~By Liz Fry
Dave Parcells had a dream to set up a fund to support needy patients and families with expenses not covered by insurance as they undergo treatment for MS. Unfortunately he passed away before fulfilling this dream. I am creating an event to help achieve that dream and at the same time present a challenge that Dave would have enjoyed –to jam as much yardage as possible in one month. Those that knew Dave would agree he would love this challenge.
The January Jam starts January 1st and participants will track their yardage for the entire month. I will send out weekly results to all participants that email their yardage to me. Please send your weekly total yardage to me by 7:00 PM each Tuesday EST at eafry@aol.com. Additional information is included in the attached entry form.
The intention of the Jam is to promote fitness through swimming while raising funds for the Dave Parcells MS Fund. Have fun and please use caution and do not build up your yards too quickly.
2007 Florida Senior Games
Dynoswim's Kate Sussman did us proud earlier this month at the Florida Senior games, great job, Kate!
The Florida Senior Games State Championship kicked off with competition in eight sports and events. Over 1,600 Florida athletes age 50 and over will compete over nine days in Lee County and the City of Cape Coral in 24 sports and events.
Read on about Day 1 of the Senior Games
Read about Day 2, when numerous swimming records were set
St. Croix Dolphins Swim Team Invites You...
We would like to invite Dynoswim and all US Masters teams to a swim meet this February 2008, in sunny St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. Please contact me if you're interested, and I will send out the meet summons. Additionally, we will be more than happy to help with travel arrangements. Please free to contact me if you have any questions.
Thank you for your time,
Nadene Landry
Contact Nadene through the St. Croix Dolphins website or use Dynoswim's contact us link and we'll provide you with the phone number.
COACHES CORNER; Having (Or Giving) a Good Time
Pretty soon we'll be in the heart of meet season. As we all know meets can never be successful without willing and able volunteers. Read on...
~By Dave Samuelsohn
Announcement: "Come on people; I know it's late but we can't start the 500 until we have sixteen timers. If you can time, please help us out now."
You're thinking, "I dunno how to use a stopwatch." But your ride is in heat six. So you're thinking "Oh God, kill me now." At least if you knew how to time....
I have been asked to offer a Primer on Timing for all of us - and for all of the friends and family who we bring with us for no apparent reason, to swim meets, the planners of which, unfortunately, have not planned well enough to have arranged for timers in advance. I hate when that happens. So, here goes:
Moss Park Triathlon
Scott Bay at the Moss Park Triathlon:
"I was hurting today. Hot and humid but managed a 14th overall out of 300+. Even after going off course. I was + 9 minutes to the guy at the end and there were a pack of us at @ 1:06-7. Not bad on the swim, a little slow due to a picture pose again but hey...It is not the Olympic Trials right?"
Nohner completes swimming goal in Big Birch Lake
Note: This is a follow-up to Emily's 9-miler published August 17, 2007
~By Herman J. Lensing
Emily Nohner came from Washington, D.C. to Big Birch Lake just to take a swim.
Well it was more than just the swimming, it was to help out the friend of a friend. Nohner, 22, the daughter of Kevin and Mary Nohner, swam between nine and 10 miles in Big Birch Lake Saturday, Aug. 4 to bring a bit of attention to the need for research on cerebral palsy.
A graduate of the University of Dayton, Ohio, with a major in political science and a minor in International Studies, Emily Nohner became interested in cerebral palsy when she found out that Maddison Duncan, the nephew of a former professor, has cerebral palsy.
She had often heard of people who ran or walked in a marathon for a specific cause, but was not that interested in walking. She did, however, like to swim.
Visiting Dynoswimmer at the Pan Am Games
Recent graduate goes to Venezuela:
A recent graduate, and swimmer, from FSDB, James McGowan, will be returning from Valencia, Venezuela this weekend with a heavier suitcase. Jimmy will return Saturday from the 4th Annual Deaf Pan Am Games in Venezuela with 2 silver and 1 bronze medal in swimming.
Jimmy raised the money needed for travel by saving his graduation gift money, with the help of some very generous teachers and staff on campus, and his grandparents. He was excited about this opportunity and made the commitment to train six days a week all summer long. I arranged for Jimmy to join the St. Augustine Cyclones swim club in town and Dynoswim Aquatics in Palm Coast, where he lives. I didn't mind interpreting practices for him because Jimmy never complained - even when we went to double practices and had to be at the pool at 6 a.m. and back again at 5 p.m.!
4th Annual DeLand Triathlon
Scott was 5th overall and first in his Age Group. He also finished second in the swim at approximately 12 minutes. (Note: results include the time to the transition area and a stop to pose for a photo, so please disregard any faster swim times since Scott was second out of the water.) Interesting fact: as an off-road event, Scott used his secret weapon, a bike that he got out of the garbage. He still managed to have the fourth fastest bike split though.
Click here to request an autographed photo
2007 Swim Across the Sound Recap
First off thank you to everyone who donated! Our team "Westport Swim Club Lane 3" fundraised over $8000 for the Swim Across the Sound. Saturday's 25km swim fundraised $350,000 amongst all the relay teams and solo swimmers. The conditions of Long Island Sound couldn't have been more optimal, with finishing times being the fastest in the 20 year history of the swim. Our team finished in first place for the 2nd consecutive year in a row, breaking the amateur relay record with a time of 4 hours and 47 minutes! We couldn't have done it without the encouragement and generosity of all of our supporters.
I've included some pictures from the event (including one advertising the swim, that turned out to be me [Josh] on a billboard located on I-95) as well as newspaper and media clips covering the event.
Many thanks once again,
Joshua Usdavin
Dear Dynoswimmers...
~Originally sent via email to the Dynoswim community on March 1, 2007
I would like to bring your attention to something that is very important. It’s important not just for the obvious reasons, but important because of its potential to change all the people that are directly and peripherally involved.
As many of you know, Dynoswim is working quite closely with Emily Nohner to help her achieve her goal to swim 9 miles open-water as part of a charity event for a young man who isn’t quite as lucky as most of us.
(Details can be found here): Emily's 9 Miler
What I’d like to point out to you is not so much that this is a charitable event for a noble cause, but more important, to point out your ability to make a difference in a person’s life. You see, many of us want to do what we can to support this cause whether that be with a donation of time, money, knowledge, or enthusiasm. But this initiative goes a little deeper than that.
The true gift here is proving how achievable it is for all of us to pursue the causes that are dear to us. To help each and every individual feel empowered to do something that will have an impact, and that will effectively change the world, even if it’s just one person’s world.
Making a difference starts with one good intention at a time, and like enthusiasm, it’s contagious. So, I ask you to please look inside yourself, find something you’re truly passionate about, and make a difference. Charity, for lack of a better term, comes in many shapes and sizes; and all charity is equally influential. Know that you do have the power to make a difference in a person’s life, and don’t take that responsibility lightly. Time moves ever so quickly and we all live our lives with regrets. But remember, you will never regret giving something of yourself, no matter how big (an endowment), no matter how small (a pat on the back), we’ll look back on this and feel that we accomplished something that matters.
Best Regards,
Dean O.
Boy with disorder inspires 9-mile swim
~By TaLeiza Calloway
FREEPORT — Emily Nohner has always been a unique person in her uncle Al's eyes. Her commitment to social justice makes her stand out, he believes.
It led her to set a personal challenge to swim the circumference of Big Birch Lake — all nine miles of it — and then some.
Last year, as she was applying for the Truman Scholarship, Emily Nohner learned that Maddison Duncan, the nephew of her professor and mentor Chris Duncan, lives with severe cerebral palsy.
She decided to make the swim around the lake where her family has a summer home to draw attention and raise funds for cerebral palsy. After months of preparation, she completed the challenge Saturday.
Read on at the St. Cloud Times
Emily's 9 Miler - COMPLETED! - Update 8/4/2007
Latest update at http://www.swim4cp.nohner.com/
Photos can be found by clicking here.
The swim started in the dark as Emily and Dean quietly slipped into the water at 5:19am. When all was said and one, the GPS said they actually swam 10.1 total miles. They wanted to make sure there was no question they did 9 full miles, but their course was also altered by buffeting wind and waves that developed about half-way through the swim. Throughout the swim they also had to be cautious to avoid a large number of additional boats circling the lake as part of a local Fishing Tournament. All ended successfully at the Nohner cabin on the southwest shore of Big Birch... where family, friends and neighbors gathered to cheer them in at 11:18am, just 6 hours later.
Emily's 9-Mile Swim
Emily's Swim for Cerebral Palsy and the Maddison Duncan Fund
Get to the heart of the matter, look for real time developments, and learn about Cerebral Palsy and what you can do to support those in need.
"It's about doing something special for someone I've never met, to stretch who I am by doing something never imaginable, by working with people who are willing to make the impossible into 'I'm possible' and demonstrate a random act of kindness. It's for real!" ~Emily Nohner
Learn about the 9 Mile Swim for Maddison Duncan
9 mile swim planned at Big Birch Lake Aug. 4
Will aid family with CP child
Emily Nohner will be undertaking a nine-mile swim around Big Birch Lake near Melrose, Aug. 4 to heighten awareness of cerebral palsy and raise funds to support a family whose teenage son suffers from the incurable disease.
Nohner, whose family has a summer home on the lake, and swimming coach Dean Osterloh plan to embark on the swim at sunrise and conclude approximately six hours later. The route will begin at Paradise Bay on the southwest corner of the lake, proceed east around the entire perimeter of the 2,100-acre body of water, and finish on the south shore near the former Nohner's Resort.
Six Days to Nine Miles
Our last weekend of open-water training before Minnesota and the nine mile swim to benefit a young man with Cerebral Palsy. This weekend we were training in Stony Brook Harbor in St. James, New York. Most of our swimming was at a very relaxed pace, long, strong, and focused. The venue was nearly ideal - an inlet of the Long Island Sound - although rocky onshore with quite a few sand bars in the middle of the bay.
We did have a few problems running into large schools of fish but the biggest source of concern was one neither of us had ever seen before. In fact, had I not been in Long Island, I would have bet it was a sea turtle, especially after it rolled on its back and moved it's fins. The only suspect we could identify was the Wolffish. I must say, I was really taken by surprise and I've never seen anything quite like it. Very unsettling, although I'm guessing its harmless.
Beaches Fine Arts Sprint Triathlon
Congratulations to Judi Rich and Christine Bange who participated last weekend (July 14) at the Lifestyle Realtors Beaches Fine Arts Sprint Triathlon.
Judi said, "I did a few seconds slower than the last one. I had to RUN to my truck (a mile) to get my photo ID and ALMOST missed the start. I was tired before I started. Oh well, I’ll chalk it up to experience."
"I was slower on my swim. I kept getting knocked by these two girls. So I had to hold my ground. It’s a battlefield out there."
"Had fun."
Update: Emily's 9-Miler
We continued our training this weekend with a 9-mile swim Saturday morning (at 5:30am) on Long Island, New York. Check out Dean and Emily's below route which began from Short Beach in St. James to Porpoise Channel in Stony Brook, then back again in a little less than five and one-half hours. There's only three more weeks until Minnesota. (Welcome to marathon swimming!)
On Sunday, we garnished our training with another 3.5 mile "short" swim in 1 hour 45 minutes.
Up to the Challenge: News Leader Article
Can you spot the Dynoswimmers?
Read on in the Fernandina Beach News-Leader
2007 Ed Gaw Amelia Island Open Water Challenge
Five Dynoswimmers participated this past June 30 in the 1 mile and 5K Ed Gaw Open-Water Challenge on Amelia Island. Despite some questions on the course layout and adherence to race rules it still managed to be a great experience for all. Special congratulations goes to Christine Bange on her 1-miler!
Race results haven't been posted yet; please keep an eye out for them in the below comments section.
Swim Across the Sound
Donate to Joshua Usdavin's Swim Across the Sound Fundraising Page
On August 4th, 2007 I will be competing in the 20th Annual Swim Across the Sound 25km marathon swim for the 4th year in a row. A field of over 160 solo and relay swimmers participated in 2006 and raised approximately $250,000 for cancer prevention, education and support programs sponsored by the Swim. Last year our relay team fundraised over $7000 and finished in 1st place out of 31 relay teams. Swim officials are expecting an unprecedented crowd in 2007. Contributions received from Swim Across the Sound will be donated to secondary cancer prevention, with the endeavor of utilizing screening tests or examinations to detect early disease before they are clinically evident. Detection of the disease process in an early stage is essential for the purpose of initiating early intervention and improving long-term prognosis. Please consider donating to this crucial cause!
Please use the link below to donate online quickly & securely. You will receive email confirmation of your donation and I will be notified as soon as you make your donation. I thank you in advance for your support, and really appreciate your generosity!
Please forward this link to as many people as you can to encourage them to donate as well.
Lifestyle Realtors Beaches Fine Arts Sprint Triathlon
Judi Rich, Christine Bange, Joe Matuszczak, and Ashley Forte at the Lifestyle Realtors Beaches Fine Arts Sprint Triathlon this past June 9th. Check out the results.
Some great photos too. Can you spot the Dynoswimmers?
Open Water Swimming in Ireland - 2007
The following is a note from Ned Dennison and is directed to all Dynoswimmers, near and far.
Much of the open water swimming in Ireland is organized by water polo teams and players - so you should feel right at home. If you are travelling this way in the next year drop me an email in advance and I'll get you connected with the group nearest your destination.
In the province of Munster (the South-West) we have over 200 organised swims in the nearby sea, rivers and lakes. The largest, on 28 July, is a 1.25 mile swim through the center of Cork City. We expect 400 swimmers and crowds in excess of 4,000. We guarantee a great party following the swim!
Online registration for the ‘Vibes & Scribes’ Lee Swim 2007 is now open on:
Vibes and Scribes Registration
Regards,
Ned Denison, Cork Masters Swimming Club
'I Finished!' The Competitive Spirit, in Their Own Words
Hey Dean.
We did good. The race was awesome! I can definitely see how this can be addicting. Christine and I had such a blast! It wasn’t as intimidating as I thought it would be.
Unfortunately, the swim was canceled due to the rough conditions so I ended up doing a Duathlon. The run is definitely my weakest leg(s) of the race, however I did learn that biking is one of my strongest.
The first run I did very well (2 miles). Then the bike I did GREAT. I passed a lot of people. But by the 2nd run, everyone I passed on the bike—passed me on the run! I could have gone faster—but I’m not used to running in the sand and my left leg felt as if it might give out. So I was being careful so I could finish. Towards the end of the run, I picked up the pace to the finish.
We had so much fun! I really enjoyed it. Now my son Michael wants to start training for a tri. He was my biggest fan out there cheering me on! :-)
Great Job, Judi, Christine and Lori!
Binge Swim Training Bender
Dear Dynoswimmers,
In the past many of you have expressed an interest in participating in a binge swim training bender. With that in mind, I would like to invite you all to participate in a five day (spread over two weekends), open-water training preparation. The overall purpose of this swim cycle is fourfold:
- Prepare the participants for the 9-mile (Minnesota) Swim.
- Encourage our tri-athletes to take part.
- Enable our less experienced swimmers to swim open-water with confidence.
- Support one another.
This program is designed for *entry level* and *intermediate* swimmers. In other words, it is open to everyone and we’ll be encouraging anyone who desires to do so, to take part. We expect a relatively small group (less than six swimmers).
There is one condition: you must confirm your attendance. There will be no drop-ins.
Additionally, we will open this program up to non-Dynoswimmers provided they are USMS registered, pay $20.00 and purchase one Dynoswim T-Shirt and swim cap (additional $20.00).
There are no fees for Dynoswimmers.
So, if you’re interested, please participate. Please also remember that this program is rooted in the 9-mile swim preparation, a worthy cause.
Learn more here: Emily's 9 Miler
Best Regards,
Dean O.
Download the Tentative Schedule Here
Sun Masters March Madness Invitational
Check out Dynoswim at the Sun Masters meet in Clearwater. Way to go guys!
Note: club scores / results do not include FACT (Florida Aquatic Combined Team) whereas team scores / results do include FACT.
Emily's 9 Miler
~Written by Emily Nohner
"My heart is moved by all I can not save:
So much has been destroyed
I have to cast my lot with those
who age after age, perversely
with no extraordinary power,
reconstitute the world."
~Adrienne Rich
The Swim
It came to me this summer that I needed to do something extraordinary. Something that scares me a bit, and moreover, that I think to be impossible. What first triggered this thought allows a bit more explanation. You see, I have never met this boy that lives in Nevada who has suffered from the most extreme cerebral palsy. He has undergone numerous surgeries - one which last year lasted over a month as he had to have his entire back re-opened because he had become infected from the first surgery (which fused a metal pole on his spine). This meant he had to lie on his stomach for six weeks with an open back as the wounds healed. I was told about this courageous young man by my mentor, professor, and friend Dr. Duncan. This 16 year old hero is his nephew. While I spent my junior year writing essay after essay, pouring hours into the Truman Scholarship application, Dr. Duncan was putting in the same selfless hours by my side. He was the only one from the beginning who felt I actually might have a chance at winning the scholarship, besides of course Mom and Dad! I was certainly an underdog in many respects. He assures me that I won it because of me not him, but I can assure everyone that realistically if he had not nominated me, helped me through the process, edited my essays, and drilled me for the practice interviews, winning would never have been an option for me.
Interested in Trying Irish Open Water Events?
Then visit Cork Masters Swimming Club.
2007 sponsored events include:
July 18, 2007 ‘Vibes & Scribes’ Lee Swim 2007 (1,900 meters) through the centre of Cork City, County Cork, Ireland.
September 22, 2007 ‘Autodesk’ Sandycove Island Challenge 2007 (1,600 meters) around Sandycove Island in Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland.
Plus over 200 other local open water swims. (Contact Cork Masters by email: openwater@corkmasters.ie).
All in a Day in Liechtenstein
~by Judi Rich
As I walked in the pool area I tried to picture what it was going to be like within the next hour. Three teams per lane, swimmers diving over each other, this so called boxing in etc... 24-hours of non-stop swimming. I was about to find out whether or not all the training I’ve done for the past 2 months actually prepared me for this kind of event. Deep down I knew I’d finish—I just didn’t know how I’d finish. As I looked around and studied all the varied ages, sizes, shapes of the swimmers—I thought if they could do it, I could do it.
I knew that the first hour I had to swim 50s for 1 hour 40 minutes straight and that I would follow Dean. So, that’s exactly what I did. Every time I saw Dean get up for his 50—I knew I’d be next. And it followed that pattern until Iris came in to relieve him of his turn. At that point I knew that my turn would be ENDING shortly as well. At the beginning, I started going out way too fast (which I tend to do often), but Dean sternly reminded me to ease up because I still had another 23.5 hours to go—it took me the first hour or so to really GET that. OK, maybe the first 10 hrs. I just had to get “into my stroke” and keep that pace. Finding it was the challenge.
Yes, Swimming is a Contact Sport
I've received many inquiries from the Dynoswim community and others trying to get a handle on the structure of this event.
There are three teams for each lane. Yes, you can implement race strategy similar to NASCAR - as in boxing in swimmers or pushing them into lane lines. No, there aren't any designated sides, places, or spots for your team in your designated lanes; you have to make your own space. "Are there any serious injuries?" I was asked. The answer is no. Carsten did sustain a bloody nose. I have a bunch of scratches and bruises, but that's all. I did however, nearly take the head off of a competing swimmer on one of my (289 to be exact) dives. I also apologized. With all the scratches and misdirection though, this is a very well organized event. As a matter of fact, the more time that passes the more fun the 24 Hour Relay becomes! By the way, yellow caps are Dynoswim.
Liechtenstein 24 Hour Relay Team Swims to Tell the Tale...
Dynoswim came in 5th of 11 teams for a total of 115,450 meters! That's over 14,431 meters per swimmer at a 37.5 second pace! Stay tuned for a recap, pictures, and video in the coming days.
International Dynoswimmers Leave for Liechtenstein...
Please note that your Dynoswimmers will soon be off to Liechtenstein for the 24 hour relay, please wish them luck! The final team roster is as follows: Lars Lensdorf, Marc Strittmatter, Carsten Franke, Iris Teckentrup, Hans-Joerg Herzog, Thorsten Kuechler, Judi Rich, and Dean Osterloh. For those of you who have asked how the race is structured, please feel free to review the final race plan for our relay.
We'll see you soon...
Speed Enhancement and Racing Strategy Clinic
Judi Rich, Amy Britton, and Scott Bay had a great weekend with Gary Hall jr. at the Speed Enhancement and Racing Strategy Clinic. Here's a photo of Gary and Scott.
Speed Enhancement and Racing Strategy Clinic
Don't miss out on this great opportunity! The "Speed Enhancement and Racing Strategy Clinic" isn't your average "Starts & Turns" clinic. Experience a piece of The Race Club swim camps and train like The Race Club Olympic, National, and World Champions!
October 28th and 29th, 2006 / Orlando, FL / 9am - 12:30 PM
- Speed Enhancement
- Power and Speed Drills
- Exercises to Enhance Speed and Power
- Racing Strategies
- Visualization Techniques
Call 877-SWIM-RACE for more information or to register. Make sure you tell them that you were referred by Dynoswim!
(Learn about the Race Club here.)
Hannah Gerber's Half-Ironman Cancun
Check out Hannah (25-29) in Cancun. There are plenty of pictures of her there too. You just have to brush up on your Spanish. Great Job, Hannah!
Christine Bange at the Downtown Orlando Triathlon
Great job, Christine!
24 Hour Relay in Liechtenstein - CONFIRMED
It's official! Dynoswim will be participating as a combined relay team together with swimmers from SG Frankfurt, Germany, and the Smokewater Dolphins Triathlon Club in Konstanz, Germany. This is the annual 24 Hour Relay in Triesen, Liechtenstein. You can find more information here:
It's not too late to participate although time is running out. With a few more swimmers, we may even enter two Dynoswim teams!
Photo from November 2000, Smokewater Dolphin Relay Team. (Can you spot the Dynoswimmer?)
24 Hour Relay in Liechtenstein
I am trying to gauge interest for an event that I’ve spoken to many Palm Coast Dynoswimmers about already. The event is a 24 hour relay taking place this November and the goal would be to put a Dynoswim (not all Dynoswimmers will be from Palm Coast) relay of about eight swimmers together to participate. This event is open to both Masters and Youth swimmers alike. Please be aware that this is not an occasion for the faint of heart.
If any of you are interested in *possibly* participating in this event, then please email Dean or use the contact us link.
Dynoswimmers Come Up Big at Deland Triathlon
Rookie Sean Bean joined veteran Triathlete and fellow Dynoswimmer Scott Bay for The Deland Triathlon on August 19, 2006. This unique event rearranges the order of events from swim-bike-run to bike-run-swim. Despite being a tri newbie, Sean placed second in his age group while also posting the 4th fastest swim split of the day! Not an easy task on tired legs. Overall Sean was in the top 25 and had a great day. The most amazing thing that happened after that is Sean went to practice directly from the awards ceremony and swam again. Now that is dedication!
Scott posted one of the three fastest bike splits clocking an average around 25mph which he and a few other athletes needed to do to make up for missing the turn around and adding extra distance to the bike segment.* Scott finished off the race with the 5th fastest swim split behind Sean, an overall 5th place finish and 1st in his division.
Results can be found by clicking here.
*Please note that the actual bike distance was 15 miles for most and 16 miles for Scott and the top 4 finishers. The turn around was not marked until after the leaders had passed it.
'Autodesk' Sadycove Island Challenge on September 23, 2006
Here's your excuse to compete in Ireland!"
This 1,700 meter event is sponsored by the Cork Masters Swimming Club. It's also capped at 150 swimmers, so book your flight and reserve your place now! You can find the entry form by clicking here .
Hammerhead Ocean Marathon
Six Dynoswimmers swam the Hammerhead Ocean Marathon last Saturday (8-5-06) in Jacksonville Beach, FL: Judi Rich, Christine Bange, Sean Bean, Amy Britton, Dakin Fromhold, and Sheryl Watkins. There were a lot of people participating: 52 swimmers in the 1.25 mile and 73 swimmers in the 2.5 mile swim. The weather was hot, but the water was comfortable (~80F). And, there were no waves and no jellyfish (smooth sailing).
Christine made her debut in the 1.25 mile and placed second in her age group. Way to go Christine! Amy, Dakin, and Sheryl were first in their age groups in the 2.5 mile swim, with Judi placing second in her age group. Sean treated us all to lunch afterwards at Copeland's (Cajun cuisine) and Dakin fell asleep on the way back (good thing we carpooled!).
Results and photos from the race are posted at:
Josh Usdavin at the Greenwich Mile
Check out Josh at the Greenwich Mile, great job!
600KM Swiss Bike Race Completed by German Dynoswimmers
Check out two friends of Dynoswim, Thorsten Kuechler and Goesta Kumlehn from Germany. Thorsten and Goesta completed the 600km (373 mile) Bodensee to Bern bike race in Switzerland this past June.
Check out the results:
Great job, guys!
Hammerhead Ocean Marathon
Dynoswim will be participating in the Hammerhead Ocean Marathon on Saturday, August 5, 2006 at 9:00am in Jacksonville. Please be sure to confirm your attendance with Amy once you're registered.
Check out the details:
3rd Annual Moss Park Triathlon Series
Check out Scott Bay at today's race - ninth overall, first in his division. Great job!
New Bridge of Lions 5K
Check out Christine Bange and Dakin Fromhold at the New Bridge of Lions 5K. Unfortunately, there was a glitch with Dakin's results but he completed his race in 24:11.
Fine Arts Sprint Duathlon
It would have been a Triathlon, but that's another story.
Check out Christine Bange and Joe Matuszczak at Saturday's event. Great job guys!
Ed Gaw Amelia Island (5K) Open Water Challenge
Eight Dynoswimmers participated in the 5K open-water challenge. Everyone placed, survived rough conditions, and had a great time! Scroll down to the 5K and check out the results for Scott Bay, Sean Bean, Amy Britton, Dakin Fromhold, Dean Osterloh, Dave Petkovsek, Judi Rich, and Sheryl Watkins.
Thanks to Samie Grogan for coming out, taking great photos, and supporting the team!
Dynoswimmers at the Firecracker 5K / 10K Runs
Amy Britton was 1st and Pat Milton placed 2nd in their respective age groups at the Firecracker 10K. Not bad considering they biked there and back for a total of 52 miles! Joe Matuszczak ran both the 5K and 10K events and was first in both events, awesome!
Joshua Usdavin at the Madison Mile
Check out Josh at the Madison Mile where he finished 6th overall and 1st in his age group.Great job!
It ended up being a shortened course due to fog (swimmers couldn't even seen the 1st bouy when the fog rolled in). Instead of doing a mile, participants swam two laps of the mini mile course (1000 yards). By the way, the water temp was 64 degrees!
This is a picture of the Madison Mile course - spooky...
Scott Bay at the Baldwin Park Triathlon
Check out these highlights:
- Scott swims fly for the first 100 yards of the swim - still finishes the first leg top 10!
- Biked at 23mph average. Smoked all the false perpetrators on the technical part of the course.
- Ran a brisk 7:45 per mile; and wins his division!
Now, that's awesome!
Dynoswim Team Event: Open Water Challenge
Ed Gaw Amelia Island Open Water Challenge 5K and 1 mile
- Date: Saturday July 8
- Race Start: 8:30 am
- Location: Fernandina Beach
Please see attachment for more info and entry form:
Advise Amy and Dean once you register.
Beaches Fine Arts Triathlon
Joe Matuszczak and Christine Bange had a fine race day at the Beaches Fine Arts Triathlon. Check out the results:
Dave Petkovsek at the 2006 Central Florida Triathlon Series
Dave was first in his age group, first in his wave, with the 7th fastest swim overall. Awesome!
Synchro Belles 2006 Water Exhibition (Synchronized Swimming)
- Date: Sunday June 4th
- Time: 5 pm
- Where: Belle Terre Swim and Racquet Club (73 Patricia Drive, Palm Coast)
Adult Admission: $3 Child Admission: $1
Money raised will support the Flagler County Synchro Belles and their trip to Nationals later this month in Seattle Washington, including our very own Melanie Watkins (thumbprint artist, Dynoswim supporter, and synchro swimmer).
USMS Records Shatter
Not surprising, Masters swimmers are getting faster and faster...
Scott Bay 4th of 25 at Monday's Cycling Criterium
With an average speed of 25mph and a top speed of 36mph, it's no wonder. Not to mention how he protected his buddy Serge Torres into the breakaway off the front and controlled the rest of the group with an iron fist. That's called teamwork, sacrificing for the greater good of the group.
Come join Flagler County & the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life!
What is it? Relay for Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This year, we have approximately 20 teams participating! The goal of each team is to have a member walking or running in the relay at all times. Teams are raising money for the American Cancer Society, though there are many ways to help.
When & Where?
- May 5th & 6th at Flagler Palm Coast High School
- 6:00 begins the Opening Ceremony with the Survivors’ Ceremony
- 6:30 is the Survivors’ Reception & Banquet
The Luminary Ceremony will proceed shortly after dusk. Walking will continue through the night and into the next day!
Florida Swimmers, Welcome to Ireland
‘Vibes & Scribes’ Lee Swim 2006
The date is 22 July (Saturday) with the swim starting at 2:30pm – through the centre of Cork City, Ireland. We expect 200+ swimmers and crowds larger than the estimated 5,000 who cheered us on in 2005.
This swim is not handicapped and is open to ALL competent swimmers regardless of age, wetsuit (or just swimsuit/togs) or membership in a swimming club/association. For the latest information on this and other events, or if your email system hasn’t forwarded the entry form attachment see Cork Masters.
The swim was re-launched last year as part of the celebrations of the Cork 2005 European Capital of Culture. To learn more download the attached file.
Open Water Swim at the Publix Family Fitness Weekend
This year, Dynoswim will participate in the open-water swim as part of the Publix Family Fitness Weekend. The open-water will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2006 at 12:00pm at Crescent Beach in St. Augustine.
Below is the overview for all events taking place.
The following link will detail the schedule.
All Dynoswimmers (youth and masters alike) can register with active.com by clicking on the following:
All Dynoswimmers are encouraged to participate and cheer on their teammates; this event is widely regarded as the kickoff to the Summer season. If you're a little concerned or apprehensive, just speak to your coach and we'll sort it all out. Please be sure to email Dean as soon as you're confirmed. It'll be tons of fun!
One-Hour Swim
Please read about another event that we'd normally participate in (this year posed a small conflict with the Dixie Zone championships).
SUN Masters Valentine Meet / 2006 Dixie Zone SCY Championships
Take a look at the results from last weekend's meet. Stay tuned for more information regarding our performance, team standings, and pictures.
SUN Masters Valentine Meet
The 2006 SUN Masters Valentine Meet and Dixie Zone SCY Championships will be held February 11-12, 2006 in Clearwater.
If you think you might like to attend, please think about some of the events you'd like to swim and e-mail Dean. We also need to put together a few relays.
Additionally, since this is our first meet as a team, we will train for this as a "NO PRESSURE" meet. That means that we will do it primarily for the competitive experience and to get our "feet wet" so to speak.
Please review the details: