swim safety

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Culture

Canceling the Swim Is Excruciating. We Break Down the Decision

A race director, an ocean safety expert, and an outdoor recreation attorney on the hardest call in triathlon.

Emma-Kate LidburySeptember 17, 2026

News

Fact vs. Fear: The Real Risks of Ironman Racing

Don’t let sensationalist headlines fool you: The data shows that while endurance racing isn’t without risk, it’s far safer than the tabloids suggest.

Dr. Jeffrey SankoffJuly 28, 2026

Race Tips

6 Things to Look for in a Race to Avoid a Canceled Swim

Before you sign up for your next triathlon, make sure the swim won't be scrapped. Here's what to check to avoid a disappointing duathlon.

Julie DunkleSeptember 23, 2025

Culture

The Hardest Job in Multisport? Triathlon Lifeguard.

Forget what you learned from "Baywatch" - lifeguarding, specifically lifeguarding a triathlon, involves a complex series of decisions to keep athletes safe in a crowded, chaotic open-water swim where lives are literally on the line.

Elaine K. HowleyMay 26, 2026

Gear

How Technology Is Changing On The Race Course

Rapidly-evolving technology is causing race directors to rethink how they're enforcing safe and fair racing.

Susan LackeJune 1, 2020

Events

Triathlon Organizers Aim To Make Swim Safer

Event organizers are becoming increasingly proactive in creating a safer swim leg for racers.

Jené ShawApril 9, 2014