Blue70 Blog

Swimming in Fresh Water vs. Salt Water: What to Know

Swimming in Fresh Water vs. Salt Water: What to Know

As an athlete, you know the importance of staying in shape and keeping up with your sport. That includes being aware of the differences between sw...
Open Water Anxiety – how do you conquer your fear! (and make the most of 70% of blue)

Open Water Anxiety – how do you conquer your fear! (and make the most of 70% of blue)

Heading out beyond the breakers can be a scary thing to get your head around for many…but putting the irrational fears into perspective, getting some friends on board and embracing the adventure and challenge is full of rich rewards.  Open water swimming takes us to new places and new adventures, and with a few simple things, those childhood movie fears will dissipate and be replaced with a new world – one the makes up 70% of the earths surface (and is most blue). So what are you waiting for, grab your blueseventy wetsuit and goggles and head out for some fun!

Why wear a swim wetsuit? (And choosing the right one)

Why wear a swim wetsuit? (And choosing the right one)

Swim wetsuits are made for the express purpose of surface swimming. Originally introduced to maintain warmth when swimming in cold open water and t...
World Multisport Champion Braden Currie Joins the blueseventy Team

World Multisport Champion Braden Currie Joins the blueseventy Team

blueseventy is excited to announce a partnership with IRONMAN champion Braden Currie of New Zealand. Currie recently finished in fifth place at las...
Make the most of the start…don’t get left behind.

Make the most of the start…don’t get left behind.

Making the most of the swimmers around you is where the gains and ease of competitive open water swimming come from…and there are a few things that...
Packing your swim bag for Open Water swimming!  Season kicks off now...

Packing your swim bag for Open Water swimming! Season kicks off now...

All the tips to ensure you turn up at the start for your next Open water swim with everything you need...and ready to go!
x