The SwimPass Blog
Swimming insights, product updates, and community stories. Everything you need to make smarter decisions in open water.
Latest posts
Tips, deep dives, and updates from the team.
What Is SwimScore? The Intelligence Layer for Outdoor Swimming
SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine, tidal, and air quality data into a personalized 0-100 swim rating. Learn how it works and what each score range means.
The Best Time of Day to Swim Outdoors
Morning calm, midday warmth, or golden-hour glow? Compare the best times of day for open water swimming by season, tides, wind patterns, and your training goals.
How to Survive a Rip Current
Rip currents kill more beachgoers than sharks, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined. Learn the 4 visual cues to spot them and the 5-step survival technique.
Your First Open Water Swim: Everything You Need to Know
Ready to leave the pool behind? A practical, step-by-step guide to your first open water swim covering spot selection, essential gear, what to expect, and how to build from there.
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