It was a beautiful morning - if a bit chilly - when eight Gropers made their way to Coogee Beach for the Dale Alcock Masters State Open Water Swim.  The conditions were magnificent - calm, warmish water (about 23 degrees) and very clear.
The main championship event of 2km got underway on time at about 8.30am.  [...]

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After completing the Busselton Ironman in December 2006 and with my fitness at an all time high it seemed only logical to challenge myself to a 19.2 kilometre solo swim from Cottesloe beach to Rottnest Island in February 2007.  Unfortunately the event was cancelled due to appalling weather conditions.  Bring on 2008!!
My training plan for [...]

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