Tag: open water swim
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Ironman Women’s World Championship 2023 Race Report
I think it’s safe to say that if you are into triathlon you know what the word ‘kona’ means. It’s that goal that seems unachievable to mere mortals of the sport: where the best triathletes in the world gather to race on the most famous course, the home of triathlon. Those of you who know…
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Polar Bear Challenge Report
November 2021- April 2022 I heard about this challenge from Vida last year. I remember going to the New Years swim on January 2020, full wetsuit, booties, gloves and a homemade neoprene hat. Almost every inch covered to protect me from 7° lake water. I probably swam for 10minutes got out and watched in abject…
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English Channel Swim Relay
14th June 2021 Arriving at Dover harbour we observed the other teams assembling at the car park: their faces were serious, maybe anxious? We, on the other hand, bustled out the car, beaming and excited to start. We met with our other teammates and walked down the marina walkway to our boat, the Viking Princess…
