Death of a triathlete in Collingwood Ontario

pipe - 2009-09-15 12:38 PM hello all.
a freind of mine knew matheson through work  and told me about it.
I am "that guy" who collapsed at last years labuor day weekend Guelph lake II.  I didn't get to finish, having gone down 30 feet from the finish line.
The difference between me and matheson is really just luck,  and i obviously survived my ordeal after being VSA (vital signs absent) for almost 8 minutes.  I had immediate response from several medical professionals...only two of which were "working"  the day..the rest were spectators including a cardiologist,  er nurses  and firefighters.   Of course i am eternally grateful to these people and the professional organization and work of Suburu trisport series.

While condolences go out to the family,  i figure it was a good way die....if there ever is a good way.  doing something he loved and on a beautiful day.

I was unable to compete this year...having since undergone  open heart surgery in june for aortic valve replacement (the cause of my arrythmia and subsequent  cardiac arrest).  I did volunteer at some events,  and have now resumed swimming and biking.  hoping to compete again next season.

cheers
pipe