Newsletter, November 10

If you took part in race one, congratulations. That’s definitely the earliest, and probably the coldest night we’ve ever had in the 28 years since the series started. If you were disheartened, don’t be, things will only get better. Added to the problems last week was a strong tide. We’re in the middle of the flow right now, but over …

Port Nelson swim one, November 6

In the earliest-yet start to the season, 156 swimmers braved cold temperatures for the opening swim. Thomas Heaton and Sally McMath were the first male and female in the long course of just under 800m, while Ben Price and Bryony Marriott were first ashore in the short race over 300m. Anna Perkins took a heap of photos, click here Results, swim061114 …

The big prize

Thanks to Andrea Livingstone and Wildside Travel, one lucky swimmer and their partner will be flying from Nelson to Samoa to swim in the Samoa Swim Series of ocean races. All travel, accommodation and entry costs are included in the prize. After each swim this summer, a competitor from the long race will be drawn at random and be eligible …

Lost Property as of October 2014

Lost any gear? We’ve just chucked away a heap of old stuff. We’ve kept a dozen pairs of goggles – handy at the swims. You may like the size 12 wetsuit, the bike helmet from the spring duathlons or the nice Icebreaker merino beanie. If these appeal to you, email info@nelsontriclub.co.nz – the secretary’s garage won’t hold them forever.  

Nelson Sea Swims Soon …

If you’ve finished planting your vegetables, start planning for a great summer of racing. It’s just over a week until the Port Nelson Sea Swim Series starts. More than 70 people have already signed up. You can help the hard-working volunteers by getting in your entry sooner, rather than later. There’s a fair amount of work involved in transferring those …

Swim Workshop

Sea swim workshop Michele Surcouf is one of our most enthusiastic sea swimmers and has been swimming through the winter. Michele also hosts the adventureswim.co.nz website where you can find out about all the informal sea swims that take place through the year. Become a member (it’s free) and follow the activities of other sea swimmers. Michele has been in …

Blue September Results

Race results from the Blue September swim are here (PDF). Raw results here (PDF). Photos from the event can be found here (google+ album)

Blue September this Sunday

Tomorrow, Sunday September 28, sea swimming gets its very early season launch with the Blue September 600m swim. The distance is significant because of the 600 men who are hit by prostate cancer every year. Did you read this story in yesterday’s Nelson Mail?  click here Entry to tomorrow’s swim costs $5, but donations in addition to this have already …