Open water swimming


by Nancy Swarbrick

Open water swimming is a competition against nature. Swimmers must be fit and determined to succeed against rips, waves, bad weather and tides – with only their swimsuit and a layer of grease to protect them.

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Main image: Barrie Devenport after swimming Cook Strait

Barrie Devenport after swimming Cook Strait


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