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It woudl be orsum to video all the English riders comments as they ride through the village of Tourettes. I heard it was quite comical last time.

It was a blinding experience in 2008 as a supporter. Extremely highly recommended. I very much doubt I will be there in anything but spirit, but do go if you can. 

Emsi, don't drive in your wetsuit.

And yes, I have. Albeit only 1/4 of a mile. LOL.

I still do that every time in OW. Only solution for me is to get face fully acclimatised to it. Dipping in and out in shallow water while screaming like a girl.

After 5 mins, it's usually fine. At least now, you know to expect it and what to do. But it can be very disconcerting at first. Especially in the sea, which moves all by itself as well.

Practice and more practice. And no, I ain't going OW yet, too sodding cold!

Helps a bit if you go with someone else as it takes your mind off it.

Dorney lake has the unparalleled advantage of white lines underwater so you can see where you are swimming.

Usually Human Race run I think, it's an expensive day out and sometimes a very windy one and quite boring scenerywise (the run has to rate as yawnomatic) but I must confess, I have "done" Dorney 3 or 4 times and always enjoyed it, more so when work has paid for the day off and the entry, and even a cheeseburger afterwards!