DERWENT RIVER BIG SWIM
DERWENT RIVER BIG SWIM
PART OF AUSTRALIAN OPEN WATER TRIPLE CROWN SERIES
A ~34km open water swimming challenge on the Derwent River, Tasmania. Start of the swim is at the bridge in New Norfolk and finish at the Tasman Bridge in Hobart. Please see the course map here
Distance and water temperatures are similar to the English Channel with the average time of completion somewhere between 8-9 hours. Please see The honour Roll for all the times
Hight chance of swimming in the dark, mix of fresh ( ~first half ) and salt water, with the high possibility of wind and chop.
On January 25, 1973 with the time of 10 hours 54 minutes Dez Renford became the first person to successfully complete the swim. Please follow the links bellow to learn more about the History of DRBS and to see The Honour Roll of the swim
A 6-hour qualifying swim (solo or a known event) needs to be completed before attempting the Derwent River Big Swim. Proof of qualifying swim is required upon request.
For more information, please contact us hello@iswimhappy.com
Book your slot up to the Summer of 2030. This swim is in the high demand and available slots are limited.
INFO
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DATE:
Warmer Months
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LEVEL:
Advanced
DEMAND:
Very High
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FUTURE DATES:
Slots up to the year 2030
