Ultra-endurance swimmer completes 900-mile California coast journey
Catherine Breed finished her unprecedented swim down California's entire coastline in under four months.
At a glance
- Breed swam 900 miles along California's entire coastline
- Journey took less than four months, starting 1 July
- She covered approximately 10 miles per day
- Completion celebration scheduled for Coronado beach, San Diego
A 33-year-old ultra-endurance athlete has completed an unprecedented swim along the entire California coast, covering 900 miles in less than four months. Breed began her journey on 1 July at the northern border of the state, swimming approximately 10 miles daily.
She is set to celebrate the completion of her swim at Coronado beach in San Diego on Monday afternoon, 111 days after starting her journey.
Why it matters
The swim represents an unprecedented endurance feat along one of the world's longest and most challenging coastlines.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldUltra-endurance athlete completes 900-mile swim along entire California coast
- The Guardian — SportUltra-endurance athlete completes 900-mile swim along entire California coast
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