The State New Zealand Ocean Swim Series held the Bay of Islands Classic this weekend; a 3.3km swim from Russell to Paihiaand.  Aussie Jarrod Poort took the event coming from behind late and overtaking Auckland’s Phillip Ryan.  

Photo by Simon Watts, BWMedia Photography

The Ocean Swim Series is 6 massive events around New Zealand.  Sportzhub has a complete story on the event here.

New Zealand Ocean Swim Series also produces the State Beach Series- weekly open water swim, paddle and run events.  blueseventy is proud to support these events and offer special promotions to participants. Information and news from the Beach Series here.