Open Water

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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Emily Brunemann checks in from Hong Kong atop standings FINA 10k Open Water Swimming World Cup

Emily Brunemann leads the FINA 10k Open Water World Cup standings going into the final race in Hong Kong

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Swim Across America To Raise Funds For Cancer Research At UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

Swimming enthusiasts, including former Olympians, kayakers and volunteers will take part in Swim Across America’s eighth annual San Francisco Bay Area Open Water Swim, benefiting two Bay Area cancer research programs.

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Slam the Dam Open Water Swim Cancelled Due To Government Shutdown

Big swimming events continue to be affected by the United States’ government shutdown.

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Oprah and Diana Nyad: The Power of the Human Spirit – airs Sunday Oct 6

Diana Nyad (from the show): “There’s a Henry David Thoreau quote that really grips me hard and it says when you achieve your goals in life, it’s not what that gets you. But it’s who I am.”

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2013 RCP Tiburon Mile Photo Vault

The start of the 2013 RCP Tiburon Mile! (Photo Credit: Ian Thurston, Ianthurstonphotography.com)

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Support for Team Theo Everpresent at Tiburon Mile

Members of North Bay Aquatics and Team Theo, raising funds at the Tiburon Mile.

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Swim Across America Gold Coast Swim and Kickoff Party Announcement

The event will include swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Swimmers may participate in a 200 yard surf dash, a 1 mile swim or a 10k swim. All the swims will start and finish at Spanish River Park.

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