Solo or Team Swimrun – Which One Should You Choose?

Solo or Team: There’s No “Better” Option

One isn’t harder.
One isn’t braver.
They’re just different experiences.

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Entering as a Solo

Best if you:
• like moving at your own pace
• enjoy personal challenges
• want a quiet, focused experience
• don’t want to coordinate training

What it feels like:
You vs the course.
Calm. Reflective. Empowering.

Many solo finishers say:

“I learned a lot about myself.”

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Entering as a Team

Best if you:
• want shared motivation
• feel nervous about open water
• enjoy training with someone
• want accountability on race day

What it feels like:
Supportive. Social. Encouraging.

Teams often finish stronger mentally, even if fitness differs.

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Worried About Letting Your Partner Down?

Don’t be.

Swimrun teams:
• stay together
• help each other
• adapt on the day

It’s about finishing together, not performance.

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Still Not Sure?

Ask yourself:
• Do I want solitude or shared experience?
• Do I feel calmer with someone beside me?
• Do I enjoy teamwork under pressure?

There’s no wrong answer.

👉 Read the First-Timer Guide
👉 See Common Questions in the FAQ
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