David

Way to go. I remember my first (and last and only) triathlon. I was so sure that with my great marathon times and decent biking times that I could manage the open water swimming portion by training in the local swimming pool. Wrong! I go so disoriented as I was swam on top of by what must have been half human/half dolphin competitors that I missed the turn buoys and they sent a boat out after me to steer me back on course which put me way way behind. My poor wife was a nervous wreck as everyone else came out of the water and no sign of me. Finally, I staggered out, the third person from dead last in the swim.
Congratulations on finishing - very very impressive
Charm