Swimming travel adventures bring new swims challenge for our Vladswim swimmers. A few years ago, Tori competed in the 4 lakes swim in the USA and her fantastic description of the experience inspired other swimmers to give it a go. The event – called SCAR and run by Kevin Nicholas- is composed of 4 swims…
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In April 2017, the first attempt on the warm Molokai swim by a Vladswim member took place. Cae, an experienced and highly motivated swimmer, travelled to Hawaii to get into water of the Kaiwi Channel that lies between Molokai and Oahu Island. The channel is 25.8 miles(41.5km) with strong winds and current and a large…
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The week of waiting for Cook Strait Swim. In the first week of April, Dean Summers, Kylie, Daniel and coach Vlad flew to New Zealand to try to beat the Cook Strait. This swim is between the North and South Islands of New Zealand. Dean was ready for a good swim and the rest of us…
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A strong team of five Vladswim swimmers competed in the pool and ocean at the World Masters Games in Auckland from 21-30 April 2017. Detailed results below: Angela Chau 50 Free – 3rd 200 Free – 3rd 50 Fly – 3rd 4×50 Women’s Medley relay – 2nd 4×50 Women’s Freestyle relay – 2nd & PB…
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This year’s Rottnest swim again surprised participants with unpredictable surf conditions and a strong current. Two days before the event, the swimmers were relaxed and happy with a weather forecast of light winds, a high air temperature of around 40°C and a small swell – perfect conditions for an enjoyable and safe 20km open water…
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The swim of the month is the Cook Strait swim completed by Marty Filipowski . On 23rd of February, Marty successfully crossed between the South and North Island of New Zealand. He is the first Vladswim swimmer and 100th ever swimmer to complete this swim. Near perfect conditions allowed Marty to finish in 9 hours…
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