First Lake Swim of 2024 Chicago Tri Season!

Name: First Lake Swim of 2024 Chicago Tri Season!
Start: 2024-05-27T09:00:00-05:00
Location: East Ohio Street Beach

Schedule

Mon May 27 2024 at 09:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

East Ohio Street Beach | Chicago, IL

CHICAGO TRIATHLETES UNITE!
NOTE: This is not an official event, just an informational post to keep Chicago swimmers informed about how and when to swim safe in open water! But, FYI you might find Coach Chris giving away free open water swim buoys (while supplies last)! ;-)

✶✶ MEMORIAL DAY "ICE BATH" SWIM??? ✶✶
Join fellow Chicago triathletes for the traditional, unofficial first open water "ice bath" swim of the triathlon season on Memorial Day Monday... to celebrate the beginning of the open water swimming season!
Start and finish swimming on your own schedule, but ideally always swim with a friend, use an open water swim buoy, and always follow Chicago Park District guidelines!

✶✶ SUMMER = 11AM-7PM BEACHES OPEN ✶✶
Typically during the summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend) 11am-7pm is when lifeguards officially are on duty, but please check for updates on conditions, water quality, water temperature, and beach closures on the CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT (CPD) website at http://cpdbeaches.com

✶✶ BE PREPARED FOR COLD WATER! ✶✶
Conditions in May will likely result in a very cold "ice bath" like swim experience (water temp in the mid to low 50s?), so full sleeve wetsuits, neoprene booties, neoprene swim cap, etc. are highly recommended as well as a towel and dry clothes to change into for warming up, even if it's hot out you need a way to warm your body temp up after a cold swim! Watch this Cold Water Swim Tips Video from COACH CHRIS: http://tinyurl.com/SwimMonster-ColdWater

✶✶ SWIM WITH A BUOY! ✶✶
Whenever open water swimming, please consider swimming with a "swim buoy" to make yourself visible to others and have a safe swim! Learn more about our "LADYBUG" swim initiative to encourage open water swim safety and how you might be able to score a free swim buoy from us at http://www.4starendurance.com/ladybug

✶✶ NOTE: NOT A WORKOUT ✶✶
This is not an official workout or group event - just an informational post about the day to take a traditional "first dip in the lake." So don't expect any official gear check - always bring your own lock for the lockers and bike locks if you're riding down. Plan accordingly to perhaps store valuables in a swim buoy drybag if lockers are not available - or bring a friend to enjoy a beach day! And don't forget to bring warm layers to stay warm post-swim since your body temperature might drop after getting in the lake!!!

✶✶ OHIO STREET BEACH "SKYLINE SWIM" CLUB ✶✶
Want to swim with others? Then join the official OHIO STREET BEACH SWIM CLUB and complete the famous "Skyline Swim" at Ohio Street Beach this summer! Learn about this free Ohio Street Beach swimming community at:
http://4starendurance.com/skyline

✶✶ OPEN WATER SWIM CHICAGO ✶✶
Want an official swim or clinic? Join the OPEN WATER SWIM CHICAGO clinics produced in cooperation with the Chicago Tri at: http://openwaterswimchicago.com/

✶✶ TRI TRAINING AND RACING CLUB? ✶✶
The Memorial Day swim is a great early season opportunity for anyone getting ready for local races like Leon's Triathlon, IRONMAN 70.3 Des Moines, Chicago Triathlon, and more! If you're looking for a full training plan, triathlon community, or swim training, then join the 4 STAR CLUB or explore some of our local SWIM and TRIATHLON training options!
- CLUB: http://www.4starendurance.com/club
- SWIM TRAINING: http://www.4starendurance.com/swim
- TRI TRAINING (T2 charity option): http://www.t2ea.org
- TRI TRAINING (Tri312) http://www.4starendurance.com/Tri312

✶✶ CAFFE OLIVA! ✶✶
Scope out the scene and say hello if you're in the area and see fellow athletes at our favorite post-swim watering hole... after all, the Memorial Day "swim" is just a silly excuse to dip in ice cold water for a few minutes in order to meet, mingle, and see familiar faces at the beach and enjoy a beverage at Caffè Oliva! https://www.caffeoliva.com/

✶✶ PARKING ✶✶
Use SpotHero to find nearby parking options using this link: http://tinyurl.com/4star-spothero