Media Release – Latest Swim Update: Cook Straits Number 5 – Oceans 7🌊
After a productive meeting with Captain and Crew today, I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates with all of you!
🗓️ Swim Start: Sunday, February 18th at 5 am New Zealand time. Mark your calendars and set your alarms to cheer us on as we embark on this incredible journey!
🌴 Route Change: Instead of the usual North to South route, I’ll be swimming from the South Island to the North Island. This change brings new challenges and opportunities for me to push my limits.
❄️ Cold Water Challenge: Unfortunately, the water temperature is colder than expected, thanks to the North winds blowing at 12-13 degrees. But I’m ready to face this challenge head-on!
💪 Mental Toughness: This is going to be a super tough swim, both physically and mentally. But with the support, love, and energy from all of you and my amazing crew, I know I can conquer this mega channel.
🤝 Growing Support Team: I’m thrilled to announce that my support team has grown! Friends and local yachting champions, Ralf and Michelle, will be joining Andrew to ensure my safety and provide the support I need throughout the swim.
⏰ Departure Details: We will be departing from Pickton Marina at 3 am to kick off the swim at 5 am. Every moment counts, and we want to make sure we start strong!
🌟 Tracker Information: The live tracker will be available from 5 am and will be shared with our group. Stay tuned for updates and follow my progress as I swim towards our goal.
🏊 Feeding Duty: Andrew and Ralf will be taking care of feeding duties, ensuring that I stay fueled and energized throughout the swim.
👨✈️ Captain Grant: Grant will be leading our team as the captain, guiding us through this remarkable journey.
📞 Michelle on Coms: Michelle will be keeping us connected and handling communications, making sure everything runs smoothly.
Swimming for a cause – Charity Details:
- Charity 1 – Sterila’s Mission in Santorini 🐈🏝️: Part of the proceeds from this swim will go towards Sterila’s Mission in Santorini, an organization committed to providing care and support for stray animals. Donate Link . Website Link
- Charity 2 – Swim for Rivers: Highlighting SA’s Water Crisis, the organization works tirelessly to address critical water supply challenges in communities, providing solutions like Hippo Rollers and boreholes, while also protecting the environment. Please join me in making a difference. Your support matters. Donate Link. Website Link
- Donate & Guess Tonis Swim completion time – Winner will receive 3 nights accommodation Penthouse Lauchernalp Swiss Resort – On Donation Link add your name & Toni Cook straights + Time – Winner will be announced 48 hours after the swim
📣 Power Words of Encouragement: I will be opening the channel on Saturday to receive your powerful words of encouragement. Your love and support mean the world to me, and they give me the strength to push through any nerves and emotions that come with this incredible sport.Whats App your messages +41796763155
Thank you all for your unwavering love and support. Let’s show the world what we’re made of and make this swim a success while making a difference! Please follow our journey on Facebook.
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