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Old 01-09-2019, 12:31 PM   #61
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Default Re: A Couple of More Typical Write-ups; On Board over Christmas Break

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Originally Posted by Apollonian View Post
I'm not sure you could call Gulf waters "brisk" even in December. According to this website it's around 59F/15C.
Water below ca 70° F is generally defined as 'cold' by dermatologists, for the purposes of what counts as a 'cold shower', though some prefer a slightly lower number around 60° F. Anything below 50° F is distinct from the debatable cut-off point for 'cold' water and may be defined as 'very cold'. While there are exceptions, water that cold is generally not used for baths, showers or swimming, but used to prevent swelling by athletes, for example.

'Brisk' is a non-medical term for the upper bounds of temperature for 'cold' water, not cold enough to be painful, but noticeably colder than water in heated swimming pool and baths. You'll notice a definite briskness when jumping into 60° F water, though you'll get used to it as you exercise.

It certainly woke Bo up, even after his extremely limited rest and, frankly, rather too much beer the night before, as well as mixing it with wine later on. And shots, bourbon and all too many drinks that came in strange colours.
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