Monday, January 11, 2010

Polar Plunge

On January 1st 2010 Jodi and Zach took the plunge.

Temperature at time of plunge: 10 degrees

Wind-chill: 0 degrees

Lake temperature: Ice Water

But that didn't deter the two troopers and my friend Josh from jumping into Lake Michigan as part of the first annual WEathalon (Willenbrink-Eastberg Triathalon).

The first event was biking around the block:

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Jodi gets ready by putting on helmet in professional manner.

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Zach (left) Our Friend Josh (middle) and Jodi (right)

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Only two bikes available, so Jodi and Zach shared! John looks on nervously.

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Good balancing maneuver by Zach; good bike control by Jodi.

The next event was running the approx .5 mile down the hill to the lake:

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Josh on the left with white pants, Jodi on the right with the blue shirt (Didn't get a clear shot, the man under the blue blanket did not participate in the WEathalon)

And then, the plunge:

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The other 4,000 or so crazy people waiting to plunge or just waiting to watch the spectacle.

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Minutes before the plunge...

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Plunge

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My friend Ryann (on left) and I were the support team. I am not being a good supporter at this moment as I am the one taking the photo instead of helping everyone get warm

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They're done! And ready to take a hot shower!

In other news, Milwaukee got hit by another 10 inches of snow.

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Zach next to tree.

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Jess in the snow.

Hope everyone has a great New Year!

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