Open Water Swimming Equipment Checklists
I hate showing up for a swim only to realize I've left a crucial item by the door at home. These are lists that I've started using to...
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Daniela Klaz
Mar 63 min read
Historical Perspectives: A Dive into the Tradition of Wild Swimming
Ranging from cold plunges to ultra-marathon swims, it's fascinating to explore the roots of outdoor swimming. Throughout history, open...
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Daniela Klaz
Mar 42 min read
Choosing the Perfect Open Water Swim Location
Embarking on an open water swimming adventure is an exhilarating experience, but selecting the right location can make all the...
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Daniela Klaz
Mar 43 min read
Overcoming Open Water Anxiety: A Guide for Nervous Swimmers
The vast expanse of open water can be simultaneously exhilarating and intimidating, especially for those who grapple with open water...
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Daniela Klaz
Feb 295 min read
Lake Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival
Skip to Packing List/Recommended Equipment This past week and weekend, Selkie Sam and I flew from Oregon to Vermont to participate in the...
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Daniela Klaz
Feb 73 min read
Nutrition and Feeding Schedules
Humans need to eat and drink to stay fueled, especially in endurance sports. Whether you're swimming or paddling for a nice leisurely...
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Daniela Klaz
Feb 77 min read
Paddling for a Swimmer: The Team Sport with Lots of Silence
When I first started marathon swimming, I had a friend offer to kayak for me. Every single time we went out together, I had to keep...
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Daniela Klaz
Feb 17 min read
ENDWET - Swim Event Stories
Have you ever wanted to swim in water the consistency of coffee and chocolate milk mixed together? Used a catfish as a paddle? Almost...
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Daniela Klaz
Jan 83 min read
How do you plan for and launch a new open water event?
Becoming a race director has been on my bucket list ever since I started swimming open water. I've had some incredible RD influences in...
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Daniela Klaz
Dec 18, 20231 min read
Quick Interview with Selkie Sam: Cold Swimming
I live with Selkie Sam and LOVE to pester her with questions. We spent the weekend cold swimming, so what better topic? Q: Introduce...
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Daniela Klaz
Dec 18, 20235 min read
A Double-Dipping Weekend: Lessons from the Cold
This past weekend, Selkie Sam and I had a double dip. On Saturday, we swam with Cyndi and Elizabeth, and on Sunday, we swam alone, but...
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Daniela Klaz
Dec 4, 20235 min read
What does "self-supported" mean?
In a previous life, I dated a randonneur cyclist. Unlike a typical cycling event where riders have road-side support for refills, fuel,...
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Daniela Klaz
Dec 4, 20234 min read
Cold Water Acclimatization and Training
Training for a cold water swim requires specific preparation to acclimate your body to the lower temperatures and ensure your safety....
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Daniela Klaz
Nov 10, 20232 min read
A Stowaway to St. Lucia
Otis the Quackpacker was a stowaway for our recent trip to St. Lucia. Although he wasn't my +1 for the wedding we traveled to the island...
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Daniela Klaz
Aug 19, 202312 min read
San Francisco 24 Hour Relay
Have you ever gotten that itch to go swimming in the San Francisco Bay at 3:30 AM with water and air temps in the low 50s/high 40s? ...
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