{"id":40,"date":"2021-10-08T13:57:53","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T11:57:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/?p=83158"},"modified":"2021-10-13T16:32:18","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T14:32:18","slug":"best-swimming-challenges-open-water-adventures-for-triathletes","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/220triathlon\/rss_feed\/best-swimming-challenges-open-water-adventures-for-triathletes\/","title":{"rendered":"Best swimming challenges: Open-water adventures for triathletes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Kate Milsom\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 08 October 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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One of the beautiful things about Great Britain is that although it\u2019s small (600 miles by 300 miles at its longest\/widest points) it\u2019s perfectly formed for triathletes in that it includes pretty much everything you could want for a swim, bike or run adventure.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Choose from rocky mountains or lush lowlands; rugged trails or smooth roads; crystal-clear lakes and lochs or fast-flowing streams; and wild or tranquil coastlines. Plus, give or take a few hundred miles and they\u2019re all on your doorstep\u2026<\/p>\n

Best swimming challenges in the UK <\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Frog Graham Round, Lake District\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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You might have heard of the Bob Graham round \u2013 the brutal 42-peak loop of the Lake District \u2013 but the Frog Graham adds a watery dimension to the challenge, making it perfect for more experienced swimrun enthusiasts.<\/p>\n

Split into four \u2018legs\u2019 and beginning and ending in Keswick, the round takes in lakes including Bassenthwaite, Crummock Water, Buttermere and Derwent Water as well as 40 miles of hike\/ runs up Lakeland peaks including Skiddaw, Grisedale Peak and Catbells.<\/p>\n

Most rounds are self-supported and, although a guide map is available, the exact route is up to you. Make no mistake, this is a very tough challenge and only for those experienced in fell running, mountain navigation and open-water swimming.<\/p>\n

The FGR Club are also keen to stress the need to be sensitive to environmental concerns and biosecurity to protect the Lake District National Park from invasive species. Find out more on the Frog Graham Round website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Round St Michael\u2019s mount, Cornwall\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Cornwall\u2019s surrounded by a stunning coastline, so why not see it from a different angle? Swimming round St Michael\u2019s Mount gives you a swim of 2.5-3km (low or high tide) and Sea Swim Cornwall, who offer regular guided swims, tell us: \u201cThe best view of the Mount is from the back, as you can view the sub-tropical garden.\u201d There are safety factors to consider and you need to be mindful of harbour traffic and tides, but the Mount makes for a spectacular backdrop. Visit the Sea Swim Cornwall website<\/a><\/strong> for more.<\/p>\n