Zoggs has confirmed the appointment of Adam ‘Ocean’ Walker as the company’s Open Water / Triathlon Swimming Ambassador. On 6 August 2014, Walker became the first British person to complete the Oceans7 – known as the toughest 7 ocean swims on the planet – when he swam across the North Channel in his Zoggs Predator Flex goggles, cap and Zoggs Hip Racer trunks in a time of 10 hours and 45 minutes.
This was the last of his 7 Ocean swims, a group of 7 long distance swims scattered across the world, that include the Cook Strait, the Molokai Channel, the English Channel, the Catalina Channel, the Tsugaru Strait and the Strait of Gibraltar. Adam Walker is the first Briton to not only complete all seven swims, but to have successfully completed them all on the first attempt.
David Annand, Zoggs UK Marketing and PR Manager said “When selecting an ambassador for open water and triathlon swimming, Adam was an obvious candidate. We have known Adam since the beginning of his swims and have happily provided him with the necessary kit to complete all 7 Oceans. He has an inspiring story to tell and will be a tremendous role model to all of those taking part in open water swimming.”
Adam Walker added “It’s great to be working with Zoggs in an official capacity having been a big fan of their kit, especially the Zoggs Predator Flex range of swimming goggles which I’ve used for all 7 swims.
Working with Zoggs can only help raise the profile of Open Water swimming and I look forward to collaborating with them at forthcoming events and product launches.”
Adam will be collaborating with Zoggs at the forthcoming 220 Triathlon Show at Sandown Park in Surrey (27 February to 1 March 2015) and at the Swim Expo at Event City in Manchester (20-22 March 2015) where he will be demonstrating his unique swimming technique and coaching in an Endless Pool.
Adam will also play a major role in the launch of Zoggs latest swimming goggle that will be unveiled at both shows having tried and tested them during his 7th Ocean swim.
Born in Australia, Zoggs has a passion for swimming and believes it’s one of life’s greatest pleasures, whether individuals swim every day, have a love for the great outdoors or simply enjoy taking the plunge when on holiday.
This passion began with goggles and now Zoggs is positioned as a one stop shop for everything swimming: from goggles and training aids to sun protection and children’s games, as well as an extensive range of swimwear.
Products are designed to enhance the freedom and fun of recreational and fitness swimming, for all swimmers, whatever their age or ability.
