Diary of a Wandering Swimmer | Win an Alpkit Lotic wetsuit

Diary of a Wandering Swimmer | Win an Alpkit Lotic wetsuit | 10 Reasons Why People Should Swim

Published: Wed, 06/05/19

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View from the Water: Why some swimmers are wary of S2HOUT.

Outdoor Swimmer founder and publisher Simon Griffiths looks at the growth of rules and regulations around outdoor swimming

Gaelforce Great Fjord Swim

Ireland's largest open water swim, the Gaelforce Great Fjord Swim is a must do for all open water swimmers!

Taking place on the 12th of October 2019.

3 distances for choose from; 3.9km | 2km | 750m - something for everyone. The 2km & 750m races include a trip to the start line by boat, the 3.9km is an out and back route.

Part of the Global Swim Series

Set in sheltered waters of the Killary Fjord – Ireland’s only fjord, this extraordinary event is the perfect weekend away. Getting there is quick and easy, fly into the regional airport at Knock from many locations around the UK. Accommodation packages are available. Full details on www.gaelforceevents.com

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10 reasons why people don't swim

And 10 reasons why they should

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Send us your worst swim pics for a chance to win tickets to new show SWIM

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Diary of a wandering swimmer

Where is Kate Gillwood swimming this month?

Win an Alpkit Lotic wetsuit

Tested in UK lakes, rivers and seas, and designed for great temperature retention and comfort, we’ve developed a range of outdoor swimming wetsuits to cover a variety of conditions. Using buoyancy to promote a natural swimming style, our swimming wetsuits are intended to help you go nice places and do good things all year round.

We're giving readers a chance to win a Lotic Wetsuit, which offers the best balance between flexibility, buoyancy and warmth.

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