Rob Hutchings’ Marathon Swim Story

In his own words: Triathlete and marathon swimmer, Rob Hutchings takes us on a whirlwind journey from triathlons and his first marathon swim in his home country of Canada, to Ironman competitions across the pond. Then down under to Australia and New Zealand where he embarked on marathon adventures off the beaten track, on land and in the water, which […]

Kim Garbarino’s Marathon Swim Story

In his own words: Hometown: Winthrop, MA BLS Experience: Since 2008, 8x Solo Finisher, 6 x Double (1 unofficial, 5 official), 1 x Triple. Team captain for our winning relay team in 2018, which included teh oldest relay Boston Light Relay Swimmer in history, Bob McCormick! Why BLS? I love the BLS for its rich history and knowing I’ll try […]

Scott Tapley’s Marathon Swim Story

Today’s guest started swimming in the sea to support his surfing interests, then took up prone paddling to further his fitness. It wasn’t until he happened across a couple swimmers who happened to need a paddler that he discovered the wonders of marathon swimming. Inspired by their feats of endurance, it didn’t take long for them to take Scott Tapley […]