Staggered starts a positive legacy of unprecedented times
The best consumer-focused initiative for ocean swimmers to come out of the pandemic has been staggered starts, with more innovation by event organiser…
Fun ways to remember all your surf swimming tips
There's a lot to remember when learning to swim in the surf, so here's some fun, memorable names to help you.
Dr Rip says: Wave power, there’s an equation for that
Professor Rob ‘Dr Rip’ Brander, a surf scientist, explains the difference between wave energy and wave power.
There’s a lot of water in those waves
It might sound like a ridiculous thing to say, but some waves do in fact have more water in them than others.
Sea Breezes – The Reason Nothing Much Good Happens After 8am
Learn what a sea breeze is and how timing your swim before a sea breeze kicks in will result in better water surface conditions and a more enjoyable s…
Go on, it’s easier than you think
Are you lacking the belief to hit the open water for the first time, or step up to a longer distance or more challenging course? It's easier than you …
How to adapt your breathing for open water swimming
When swimming in open water you can modify your breathing frequency and side in order to adapt to the dynamic environment.
Summer Reads: Top 5 Education Books
Discover five outdoor swimming books that will make you more knowledgeable about the open water environment, and help you become faster and more effic…
Summer Reads: Top 5 Swimming Personal Journey Books
Discover five outdoor swimming books from Australian authors that follow the swimming journey of groups an individuals that will both inspire and deli…
Summer Reads: Top 5 Swimming Destination Books
Discover five outdoor swimming books that help us discover new places to swim as well as reminisce about the places we used to.