Even when swimming in open water in an area you know please make sure you either A. Have a swim buddy that can come along with you, preferably a more experienced swimmer or B. Swim perpendicular to the shoreline. Your correct rips and waves can really make life rough for an OW swimmer. I've been swimming OW since 2008 and I make sure I respect the sea. Best of luck on your journey you'll love open water.
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