To retain some semblance of positivity and solidarity amidst the current chaos and hate, I set out to complete a solo, self-supported 75-mile swim/paddle/bike/run fundraiser for World Central Kitchen. I’m deeply grateful to folks here in Shrewd’m who contributed, and I’m happy to report that we raised more than $1,280, which went directly to WCK.

I’m equally happy to report that I completed the “quadrathlon” on Feb. 18, in Honolulu. I swam 1.2 miles, paddled 8.8 miles, biked 56 miles, and ran (sort of) 9 miles. Ocean conditions for the swim and paddle were perfect. Steady tradewinds of 15 to 20 mph made for a challenging bike ride. Then, less than a mile into the run, I tripped on the sidewalk and fell on my hip, hard. I finished the 9 miles, nonetheless. A visit to ER the next morning found nothing broken, so it’s all good.

Some photos from the day are posted here: Imgur: Imgur: The magic of the Internet

Cheers!