Robben Island Swimmer

The view from above is as enchanting as the view from the water. Clifton, you beauty!

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Yesterday reminded me where my whole fitness journey really began… with a simple love for cycling. 🚴‍♂️✨
Cape Town Cycle Tour #12 felt just as magical as my very first.
Nearly 15 years on the bike, almost 100,000 km on the road, and a late‑40s rediscovery of fitness that changed everything. 🔥
Then a mate dragged me out for a 5 km jog… and just like that, the running bug bit. 🏃‍♂️💥
Somewhere along the way the idea of a triathlon popped up—
which meant learning how to actually swim. 🏊‍♂️🌊
Moving to Cape Town and finding my coach .hyland opened the door to open‑water swimming… and now I’m hooked. 💙🌊
But no matter where this journey goes, I’ll always remember where it all began. ❤️

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This book really is “a beautifully written love letter to water.”
I never imagined how important swimming would become in my life — from new friendships and fresh perspectives to overcoming my fear of cold water… and even learning to wear a Speedo in public!
Why do you swim?
Tell us in the comments below ⬇️🌊💙

This is such a cool new idea. Share your swim details and log the temperature. https://www.swimloading.com/app

Kenton on Sea was showing off this morning…

Sneaky Tuesday swim

What's your favourite swim hydration?

Let us know in the comments below. 👇
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Competition is open to all swimmers who've completed the crossing. Entries close Sunday March 1st 2026

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The morning sunrise had other plans, showing up in my wing mirror instead of on my early swim route! Ready to take on the Milkwood 21!