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The 10th Anniversary of Ötillö Casco Bay Swimrun - An Oral History with Lars Finanger
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We're excited to bring you an oral history of Ötillö Casco Bay Swimrun with race director Lars Finanger. In this episode, we discuss the origins of the Ötillö Casco Bay Swimrun, the evolution of the race, and what's in store for the 10th edition happening in 2026. Lars shares some insider stories, race updates, and details about the swimrun calendar in the U.S. for 2026. Whether you're a seasoned swimrunner or new to the sport, this episode is packed with interesting insights and practical information.
01:04 Special Guest: Lars Fanger
03:25 Training Updates and Weather Woes
05:23 Show Business and Discount Codes
06:30 Race Calendar Highlights
08:04 Casco Bay Oral History
22:44 Swim Run Camp Announcement
27:19 Introduction to the Low Tide Boyz Success
27:28 The Origin Story of Casco Bay Swimrun
29:14 The First Casco Bay Event and Its Challenges
32:56 The Evolution of Casco Bay and Community Support
35:47 Funny Stories and Equipment Mishaps
38:55 Course Changes and Community Involvement
47:44 The Cole Classic and Jeff Cole's Legacy
49:58 The Future of Casco Bay and Swimrun Community
57:51 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
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58 minutes.