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Open water swimmers to race in Chicago River for the first time in almost a century
By Will Symons published
Over 500 swimmers will take a dip in the Chicago River after authorities approved the open water swimming event for the first time since 1926

Finisterre adds adaptive Yulex wetsuits to rental program, saying "the sea doesn’t discriminate, and neither should access to it"
By Julia Clarke published
The move makes Finisterre the first company in the world to offer adaptive Yulex wetsuit rental as standard

Into open water swimming? Speedo's latest swimsuit and mask-style goggles are built for the waves and murk of open water environments
By Will Symons published
New additions to the Speedo Open Water Swim range are designed for open water swimmers who want to move in comfort

The best water shoes 2025: gear up for wild aqua adventures
By Rosee Woodland last updated
Riverbeds, rocks, rapids, reefs, rudders... the best water shoes to protect your feet from blue-space hazards

Danner Fullbore hiking sandals review: easy breathing amphibious footwear for the trails, the coast and the riverbank
By Pat Kinsella published
Combining great grip and excellent foothold, these quick-draining sandals work well as water shoes and summer hiking hooves

Terrifying video shows rockfall narrowly missing swimmers at popular Utah waterfall - visitors warned "this is not a backyard swimming pool"
By Julia Clarke published
Bureau of Land Management officials posted the video after the near miss by large rocks falling from the cliffs at Lower Calf Creek Falls

9 safety tips for waterfall hikes - get kitted up, stay on the trail, and never ever jump in...
By Julia Clarke last updated
A waterfall hike may seem like an idyllic idea, but if you're more focussed on selfie taking for your socials, you could get into trouble

Infrared rays, biodegradable neoprene and recycled fabrics - Zone3 launches cutting edge open water swimming range that it claims includes "one of the best wetsuits in the world"
By Rosee Woodland published
Open water swim season is upon us, and Zone3 is making some bold statements about its new wetsuits and changing robes

Is the tide turning for wild swimmers? Lawmakers step in to block bonuses for English water bosses behind surging lake and river pollution
By Alex Foxfield published
Weeks after Thames Water was fined £123 million for pollution and questionable payouts to investors, the UK government has banned bonuses for many of the nation's water company executives
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