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Watch Lena Balta Break a World Record
by Zenon Issel
Watch Lena Balta break a freediving world record in Egypt. This mono fin depth dive is one of the more extreme forms of freediving and she absolutely shines! Read the story of how she trained, how long she trained, and a very important tool she uses to improve her equalization. She also shares what she feels is the "Art Of Freediving."
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Top 5 Tips on How to Stay Warm After a Cold Water Swim
by Cynthia Issel
Open water swimmers are those interesting and daring group of people who thrive on a cold water swim with nothing on but a swimsuit and a positive attitude. Scientists say that a cold swim can help with depression, circulation, boots immune system and libido
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Wotterman Ambassador Program Launching This Week!
by Zenon Issel
Warmth Ambassador Program The Surf-fur Warmth Ambassador program is extended to unique individuals in various water communities who embody the Wotterman lifestyle and live our culture. We value their community involvement and dedication. We want you to apply to be the newest member of the Wottermen Ambassador Team and work with us to spread the…
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Part One: A Colorado River Expedition
by Zenon Issel
A story adapted from the tales of Gary Mortimer. MEET THE THREE AMIGOS! One day last year, Gary Mortimer was sitting on the beach with his friend Mark Geraghty shooting the bull after paddling around the island at Lake Havasu. Suddenly, Gary had an idea only a true adventurer could inspire: paddle an OC1 the length of the…
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How to Style Your Favorite Coat of the Season
by Zenon Issel
Yesterday fashion stylist and SoCal local Sally Lyndley came out with a video showing viewers 5 Ways to Style a Surf Fur Parka. She writes: “The Surf Fur parka is my favorite coat of the season, especially for every day wear. It’s warm but light and also is a killer wind breaker. In this episode…
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Watch Lena Balta Break a World Record

Top 5 Tips on How to Stay Warm After a Cold Water Swim

Wotterman Ambassador Program Launching This Week!

Part One: A Colorado River Expedition

How to Style Your Favorite Coat of the Season