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Lane Lines to Shore Lines - Your Complete Guide to Open Water Swimming (with a special 17-minute bonus section on swimming from Alcatraz)
This DVD covers an array of topics that will get you out of the pool and into the open water with the physical skills, techniques and mental confidence you need for enjoyable and efficient open water swimming.
For newbies, Lane Lines to Shore Lines will strip away whatever fears you may have about the open water and guide you step by step towards that feeling of liberation and exhilaration shared by so many other open water swimmers.
For the more seasoned, Lane Lines to Shore Lines will teach you the strategies and tactics that can lead you to the next level of performance and give you a competitive race day edge.
Topics include:
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Basic Safety Considerations
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Swimming Equipment
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Swim Skills & Techniques
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Challenges of Open Water
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Physical Acclimatization
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Creating Inner Warmth
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Physical & Mental Training
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Race Day Strategies and
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A Special Bonus Section on Swimming from Alcatraz
Join hosts Gary Emich and Phil DiGirolamo in this comprehensive and all encompassing open water swimming DVD. Gary is the world record holder for Alcatraz swims - over 550 crossings without wetsuit or fins. Phil is a top age group triathlete, certified USA Triathlon coach and US Masters Swim coach. Together they have a tremendous wealth of education, knowledge and experience which is yours to share in Lane Lines to Shore Lines - Your Complete Guide to Open Water Swimming.
Running time is approximately 68 minutes.
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Testimonials
"Thank you for the excellent DVD! It is well done and presents the info in a matter-of-fact manner [and] addresses a wide range of swimmers." - Marcia C.
"It was FANTASTIC! To be honest, it was one of the best swimming videos I've ever seen. It was basic enough for beginners but also had a bunch of stuff that I learned as well!" - Janel J.
"In only his second triathlon, my son placed 5th in his age group! Needless to say, now he is hooked. It was his first time in a Bay competition and he said your tips were the key to his swim performance." - Charles F.
"Coach Bobbie loved your DVD and purchased several for her coaches." - Barb S.
"Great DVD...great tips on getting fueled up for the swim, alligator eyes, backsighting to track your path...just all the good intangibles that make a difference, all different than the standard swim DVD." - Jay P.
"The most informative video I've ever viewed, of any kind. Provided easily comprehensible information about open water swimming that put my mind at ease...the Alcatraz info was priceless. Overall, I score it an 11 on a 10 scale." - Jason L
"I've been meaning to write you to let you know I think you did an excellent job on your DVD. I have several other DVD's and none come close to yours. I am the open water swim coach for the S....V.... Tri Club and have recommend[ed] it to folks that are new to the sport." - Randy B.
To Purchase by Check or Money Order
Non-California Residents
To order your copy of Lane Lines to Shore Lines today, send a check or money order in the amount of $38.45 ($34.95 plus $3.50 shipping & handling) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044-3930. (No checks drawn on foreign banks - all checks must be drawn on U.S. banks, please.)
California Residents
To order your copy of Lane Lines to Shore Lines today, send a check or money order in the amount of $41.68 ($34.95 plus $3.50 shipping & handling and $3.23 state tax) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044-3930.
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A Swim Criminal Looks at 100 - A Swimmer's Guide to a Successful Escape
This 35-page booklet outlines what it takes to make the "Escape." Based on what I've learned in my first 100 crossings, I cover what I learned the hard way.
Join me as I discuss:
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Physically Acclimating
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Generating Internal Warmth
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Dealing with Your Mental Demons
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Sighting & Landmarks
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What to Expect on Race Day
There are only two types of open water swimmers: those who have accepted the challenges posed by Alcatraz and succeeded and those who are still waiting on the shore. This book is written for both.
Testimonial
"Just finished reading "A Swim Criminal Looks at 100." It was packed full of useful information, much of which I never even would have considered. Absolutely essential reading for us novices. I have to say though: you are a crazy man!
Please take that as a compliment."- Jeff B.
To Purchase by Check or Money Order
Non-California Residents
To order your copy of A Swim Criminal Looks at 100 today, send a check or money order in the amount of $15.50 ($12.00 plus $3.50 shipping & handling) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044-3930. (No checks drawn on foreign banks - all checks must be drawn on U.S. banks, please.)
California Residents
To order your copy of A Swim Criminal Looks at 100 today, send a check or money order in the amount of $16.61 ($12.00 plus $3.50 shipping & handling and $1.11 state tax) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, Ca 94044-3930.
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The Alcatraz Swimmer's Manual
Joe Oakes has been guiding swims from Alcatraz for more than 25 years. During that time he has lead more than 15,000 swimmers across the icy waters of San Francisco Bay.
With an introduction by triathlon legend, Scott Tinley, this helpful booklet is intended for the heroic soul who would brave the chilled and turbulent waters of San Francisco Bay.
As Joe says: "Many are chilled but few are frozen."
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Non-California Residents
To order your copy of The Alcatraz Swimmer's Manual today, send a check or money order in the amount of $18.50 ($15.00 plus $3.50 shipping & handling) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044-3930. (No checks drawn on foreign banks - all checks must be drawn on U.S. banks, please.)
California Residents
To order your copy of The Alcatraz Swimmer's Manual today, send a check or money order in the amount of $19.89 ($15.00 plu $3.50 shipping & handling and $1.39 state tax) made payable to Lane Lines to Shore Lines LLC and mail to 1427 Livingston Avenue, Pacifica, Ca 94044-3930.
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