CONGRATULATIONS TO 108 SWIMMERS WHO CROSSED “THE RIP” ON FEBRUARY 1

Well done to all the swimmers who took on the February 1 summer crossing! We were blessed with good weather, which made the morning even more enjoyable!

Our race course record was broken by the first 4 swimmers to cross the line! Olympian Nick Sloman now holds the new course record of 36:36!! Mackenzie Hunter came back to defend her title and was triumphant, while Conor Hayes and Logan Brandi took 2nd and 3rd place finishes.

83 other swimmers managed to swim from Point Nepean to Point Lonsdale on a day that saw quite a few fast crossing times due to a carefully planned tides, good swimming and great weather.

A gallery of images will be up this week! All new swimmer are on our honour board and there is now also a multiple crossing honour board.

NEXT SWIM - THE WINTER RIP SWIM - NO WETSUITS!

The event is sold out but if you wish to be on a waiting list, please email us here.

The next swim is our non-wetsuit winter crossing. It will take place on July 5. Read more here…

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TESTIMONIALS

“A huge shout out to The Rip team for organising such an incredible event, and how blessed we are to have been visitors in such a spectacular body of water for a short time. An absolute sporting highlight.
Grant and the team were meticulous in their organisation and support - both in the lead up and on the day. Thanks to all of you!
We’ll be back.”

— Jane Ihle - Ripper number 900

““I struggle to find the right superlatives to describe the Rip Swim. It was one of the most intimidating but most rewarding sporting events I have ever done. The superb organisation of the actual day quickly allowed me to enjoy the excitement of the experience and put any anxieties aside. Sharing the experience with the team only made it more enjoyable (and achievable!). I won’t forget the feeling of putting my feet down on the sand at Point Lonsdale for a long time. Looking forward to joining a team for the next one!””

— MALCOLM MCNAB - RIPPER NUMBER 748

“We have been looking at “The Rip” in awe for 40+ years. As a nipper on the front beach in the 1970s we were told endless stories of its power and unpredictability. So when a group of us who were nippers together started talking about the prospect of swimming the Rip it was with a feeling of trepidation that I agreed. The swim was tough but we were well prepared. I must say, being out in the middle of the Heads stopping and taking in the enormity of that body of water is something that will stay with me. The party after the swim was pretty good too!”
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— John Fergusson – Ripper number 128, Point Lonsdale Life Saving Club member

“Completed the Rip Crossing on Sat 3rd Feb. What a great event. Well done to Grant and your team. I will be back again, and will be telling all the swimmers I know that this is a ‘Must Do’ swim. Keep up the good work and look forward to further editions over the coming years.”

— Anton Stanitzki - Ripper number 269

“Amazing day. Have grown up wondering what it would be like to do it since I was a kid. Thanks for making it possible to achieve. Such a great experience to share with like minded mates”

— Ed Polk - Ripper number 351