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Remains of Missing Triathlete Recovered Off Santa Cruz Coast After Shark Attack
Open Water Swimming Safety: Essential Lessons from a Tragic Shark Attack

Open-Water Swimming Safety Summary Practical guide for triathletes on open-water swimming safety: outlines key risks like currents and marine life,...

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Swimmer in Suspected Shark Attack Was a Triathlete, Swam at Same Beach for 20 Years
Open Water Swimming Safety: Essential Lessons Every Triathlete Should Know

Article Summary After the disappearance of seasoned triathlete Erica Fox at Lovers Point, this article examines how even experienced swimmers...

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Two Swim-Related Deaths this Weekend at Ironman 70.3 Mossel Bay
Triathlon Swim Safety Alert: 2 Deaths at Ironman 70.3 Mossel Bay—What Athletes Need to Know

Summary - Navigating the Waters: Open Water Swim Safety A clear look at the Mossel Bay Ironman 70.3 swim tragedy...

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Should Triathletes be Worried About Sharks?
Kona Shark Fears: The Truth About Ocean Swimming Safety at Ironman World Championship

Article Summary This evidence-based article explains that shark attacks in triathlons are virtually nonexistent, details the layered safety protocols race...

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Master Sam Short's Galloping Freestyle: 5 Power Techniques for Open Water Swimming Dominance
This Stroke Crushes In Open Water

This Stroke Crushes In Open Water. Latest triathlon news and insights curated for beginners and experienced athletes alike.

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Illness Hits Triathlon Competitors After Laugarvatn Swim
Triathlon Horror: Competitors Hit by Stomach Bug After Laugarvatn Swim

Triathlon Horror: Competitors Hit by Stomach Bug After Laugarvatn Swim. Science-backed training advice to help you get faster and stronger...

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A 33.3km ultra swim in Croatia brought tears to my eyes and was the event of a lifetime
Conquering the 33.3km Croatian Ultra Swim: A Triathlete's Emotional Journey

Conquering the 33.3km Croatian Ultra Swim: A Triathlete's Emotional Journey. Science-backed training advice to help you get faster and stronger...

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London T100 Triathlon Launches New Open Water Swim Event
Ultimate Open Water Swimming Challenge: Master the Waves at London T100's New Event

Ultimate Open Water Swimming Challenge: Master the Waves at London T100's New Event. Your comprehensive resource from TriLaunchpad to help...

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How to Acclimate and Prepare for Cold-Water Triathlons
Conquer Freezing Triathlons: Expert Tips for Cold-Water Swim Success

Conquer Freezing Triathlons: Expert Tips for Cold-Water Swim Success. Your comprehensive resource from TriLaunchpad to help you swim, bike, and...

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