From Norway to Maine to Boulder: Our Favorite Photos From A Weekend of Racing
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Swimrun
Started in Sweden back in 2002 as what most would consider an endurance-laced bar bet, today’s version of swimrun usually has two teammates swimming and running together over multiple legs and multiple distances. The sport is even younger in the U.S., as the first swimrun event in this vein was the Casco Bay Swimrun in Portland, Maine, in 2015.
The Swimrun Pull Buoy: A Love Story
The pull buoy is the most important part of your Swimrun equipment.
250 Athletes Compete at Inaugural Odyssey SwimRun Austin
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What to Expect At Your First Swimrun Race
The beauty of your first Swimrun race is you should go in with zero expectations—and that’s exactly what we all need right now.
What’s The Best ‘Full Spec’ Swimrun Kit?
If money was no object, you could get the fanciest and best Swimrun kit and equipment available.
How To Pick An Awesome Swimrun Team Name
The Swimrun duo 'The Low Tide Boyz' tackles the important questions: like how to pick a Swimrun team name.
What’s The Deal With The Swimrun Tether?
The Swimrun duo, The Low Tide Boyz, are tackling your Swimrun questions. This month: the mystifying tether.
The Greatest Thing About Swimrun (Spoiler: It’s the Partner Part)
Having another person you’re tied to is the most unique aspect of Swimrun. So how do you find a Swimrun partner? This team shares their secrets.
Never Get Out of the Boat: An Ötillö Catalina Race Report
Two former pro triathletes go out to an island in the Pacific Ocean to try swimrun; things go well until they don’t.
One-Hour Workout: Swimrun-Inspired Swim Strength Set
With the inaugural U.S. Otillö swimrun event happening this weekend off the coast of Los Angeles, we bring you a power-based swim set from a swimrun veteran.
Everything to Know Before Attempting a Swimrun
With the first Otillö swimrun event on U.S. soil taking place 25 miles off the coast of Los Angeles on Catalina Island this weekend, we talk to two athletes who've experienced the unique format.
Hold My Bike: A Look at the Rapid Growth of Swimrun
Swimrun is booming faster than tri in the early 2000s. Brad Culp reveals its lure and what its rapid growth says about today’s triathletes.
Nearly 400 Compete at 2019 Odyssey SwimRun Casco Bay Islands
Athletes took on sandy beaches, shoreline scrambles, singletrack trails, and rutted out island roads outside of Portland, Maine.
Swimrun: Your Ticket to a Faster Tri
As the popularity of swimrun begins to grow, this wild, adventurous multisport cousin may be the best (and most fun) way to get better at your next tri.
Odyssey SwimRun Boston Harbor Islands: Equal Parts Adventure and Endurance
Boston Harbor Islands served as the race venue for the first running of Odyssey SwimRun Boston Harbor Islands on Saturday, July 13.
ÖtillÖ SwimRun is Officially Coming to the U.S.
Mark your calendars for March 2020 and get ready to head to California. Swedish swimrun series ÖTILLÖ is coming.
The Adorable Way SwimRun NC Connected With Local Kids
Mementos filled racers' hearts with joy; elementary students learned about endurance sports.
20 Stunning Images from the Third Running of SwimRun NC
One hundred teams from around the world took on a difficult course and were rewarded with an amazing experience (and gorgeous views).
Course Records Fall at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship
It was an epic day of racing at the 13th annual ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship.
2018 SwimRun Casco Bay Islands
Cool temps and a light drizzle made for perfect swimrun racing conditions in Maine.
SwimRun is Coming to Boston
The inaugural SwimRun Boston Harbor Islands will take place on Saturday, June 26, 2018.
Ready to Try a SwimRun Event? Start Here
This Swedish-born event is gaining traction in other countries, including the U.S.
Your Next Bucket List Event is in Maine—and It’s Not a Triathlon
The Casco Bay Swimrun is the brave triathlete’s next big adventure.
Triathletes Can’t Get Enough of This Crazy Swedish Sport
Once upon a time, only Europeans got to swimrun. Not anymore.