The Big Brutal Swim
BE
From Brutal Events
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at The Big Brutal Swim, hosted by Brutal Events! Taking place on Sunday, August 12th, 2018, at the breathtaking Llyn Padarn in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, this swim promises an unforgettable experience in one of Wales' most stunning glacially formed lakes. As the sixth deepest lake in the country, Llyn Padarn provides the perfect backdrop for swimmers of all levels, with options for both wetsuit and non-wetsuit participants.
Swimmers can choose from three challenging distances: 2.5k, 5k, and the ultimate 10k. This event not only offers a fantastic opportunity to test your endurance but also serves as excellent preparation for those gearing up for The Brutal Extreme Triathlons later in the month. Plus, every participant will receive a stylish t-shirt to commemorate their achievement. Dive into the adventure and make lasting memories at The Big Brutal Swim!
Swimmers can choose from three challenging distances: 2.5k, 5k, and the ultimate 10k. This event not only offers a fantastic opportunity to test your endurance but also serves as excellent preparation for those gearing up for The Brutal Extreme Triathlons later in the month. Plus, every participant will receive a stylish t-shirt to commemorate their achievement. Dive into the adventure and make lasting memories at The Big Brutal Swim!
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Rachel Lacey
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 2 years ago
What a brilliant day and fantastic challenge!! I am a new swimmer and completed the 5K challenge in 2 hours and 1 minute. I chose this event to raise money for the charity MIND. The event was well organised and the staff were really friendly and helpful. A few strokes in I had to give my swim gloves and socks to one of the Kayaking team as the temperature of the lake was so warm I did not need to wear these!! I wish now I had gone for the non wetsuit option! I did my first two laps and I was feeling quite tired but with all the staff and spectators cheering you on it really made you want to keep going!!! The views were amazing while I was swimming! The feeling when I had completed was amazing and I got quite emotional! I will be back to do the 10K next year!! Thanks again to Big Brutal Events for a great day!
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Chris Floyd
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Really stunning location and incredible set up, organisation and event management.
Delighted with my time too (which always helps)
Delighted with my time too (which always helps)
Organiser's description
The Big Brutal Swim will take place at the stunning, glacially formed Llyn Padarn which is known for being sixth deepest lake in Wales. This event is open to wetsuit and non-wetsuit swimmers. There will be separate categories for wetsuit and skins swimmers. This swim takes place at the same venue as The Brutal Extreme Triathlons and is therefore great preparation for the event later in the month. Three distances available - 2.5k, 5k and 10k. T-shirts to all swimmers.
Location
Llyn Padarn, Caernarfon, UK
The Big Brutal Swim
BE
Brutal Events
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