Open Water

Nyad Monument Coming to Key West

Diana Nyad did the unthinkable this past September in her successful swim from Havana to Key West. According to reports…

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Think morning workouts are cold? Try Swimming the Bering Strait. Ireland’s Moore Reports

This past summer a group of 66 swimmers completed the amazing feat of swimming across the Bering Strait from Russia…

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Lundgren Sea of Cortez Swimming Photo Vault

Many thanks to Scott Rokis (Scott Rokis Photography) for providing these beautiful swimming photos.

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Lundgren Launches 80 Mile Cortez Swim in less than 3 Days

“I just want to share my passion and hopefully inspire others to connect with theirs. I believe connecting with nature will inspire stewardship for earth. Eco Alianza is an important organization to me because they are stewards of the Sea and its surrounding region. If I can inspire folks to support Eco Alianza I will achieve more than I ever dreamed swimming across the Sea.”

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Lundgren Attempts 80 Mile Sea Of Cortez Crossing for Third Time

Paul Lundgren announced today that on November 5th, he will step into the waters in San Carlos, Mexico for his third attempt at swimming across the Sea of Cortez. If accomplished, it will be a World Record for the longest unassisted swim in history.

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3 stops in Canada – FINA 2014 10K World Cup and Grand Prix Schedule

The 2014 FINA 10K world cup series will kick off on February 1, 2014 in Argentina.  This year’s series has…

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Danish Police Close Investigation into Death During Open Water Race

No criminal wrongdoing has been found by Danish police in the case of a swimmer who drowned during a race.

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Another big one for Trent Grimsey

Trent Grimsey is without a doubt one of the greatest open water swimmers on the planet.  He’s the swam the…

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Remembering Fran

Fran Crippen was much more than a great swimmer, he was phenomenal person. Three years ago today, Fran died doing…

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Open Water Swimming Safety: A Powerful Message

Open water swimming safety must be a top priority for everyone involved.

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2013 RCP Tiburon Mile – Feature Video

The 2013 male winner of the $10,000 prize was Mateusz Sawrymowicz from Poland. His time was 23:46. The 2013 female winner of the $10,000 prize was Ashley Twichell from the United States. Her time was 25:09.

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Tips for Open Water Swimming: Coach Catherine Vogt Shares Insight

Coach Catherine Vogt knows open water swimming – she has helped guide Haley Anderson to the podium at the Olympics and World Championships

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Former Georgia Bulldog Chura first woman out of the water at Kona Ironman World Championships

The 2013 Ironman world championships are underway in Kona Hawaii and it was former University of Georgia NCAA All-American Haley…

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Mellouli Tries Hand at First Triathlon

Ous Mellouli took 12th place overall at the 2013 “The Day at the Beach” sprint triathlon in Hermosa Beach, California, plus 3rd in the 25-29 men’s division.

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Can’t Stop Nyad: Swimming 48 hours to aid hurricane relief

Diana Nyad is back in the water. This time she’s swimming 48 hours straight in New York City raising money for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.

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