UltraSwim 33.3 Partners with Red Equipment: Elevating Safety and Comfort for Open Water Swimmers

Written by Courtney King / April 2025

At Red Equipment, we are always looking to partner with inspiring communities that encourage more people to get out in the water. That's why we're excited to announce our collaboration with UltraSwim 33.3 — a community built around a love of open-water swimming and a mission to inspire people and help them push beyond their comfort zones.

Mark Turner, Co-Founder of UltraSwim 33.3, tells us all about the vision behind the events, what makes them unique, and why the partnership with Red Equipment is such a strong alignment...

At UltraSwim 33.3, we’re always looking for ways to enhance the experience and safety of our swimmers. That’s why I’m thrilled to announce our new partnership with Red Equipment, a brand that shares our commitment to quality, performance, and sustainability. This collaboration brings a key addition to our event’s safety and comfort arsenal: the Red Equipment EVO Pro Changing Robe.

Our swims are tough. Whether it’s the physical challenge, the cold water, or the unpredictable elements, each UltraSwim 33.3 event pushes swimmers to their limits. And when a swimmer needs to exit the water early due to the cold or finishes a challenging swim feeling the effects of exposure, having the right gear to warm up quickly is critical.

This is where the Red Equipment Changing Robe comes in. Designed for ultimate warmth, protection, and ease of use, this super waterproof robe is a game-changer for our event. Made from repurposed materials, it aligns perfectly with UltraSwim 33.3’s sustainability values while delivering premium performance.

Red Equipment’s reputation as an international leader in high-quality outdoor and watersports gear makes them the ideal partner for us. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability mirrors our own, ensuring that our swimmers not only get the best experience but do so in an environmentally responsible way.

UltraSwim 33.3 is a unique event format that combines challenging multi-stage open water swims with stunning global locations. It attracts an incredible community of swimmers from all walks of life— adventurers, endurance athletes, and passionate water lovers who come together to test their limits and share in an unforgettable experience. Our next event, #7Croatia in mid-May, will welcome back Andy Donaldson, an ambassador for both UltraSwim 33.3 and Red Equipment. Later in the year, we head to Switzerland and Greece in September, before concluding the 2025 season in Montenegro— our original venue and one for Red readers to consider entering! (The other events are already sold out!

"UltraSwim 33.3 is a unique event format that combines challenging multi-stage open water swims with stunning global locations. It attracts an incredible community of swimmers from all walks of life— adventurers, endurance athletes, and passionate water lovers who come together to test their limits and share in an unforgettable experience."

Mark Turner, Co-Founder of UltraSwim 33.3

We’re excited to integrate the Red Equipment EVO Pro Changing Robe into our safety and support system, providing our swimmers with top-tier protection when they need it most. But that’s not all— our Ultra+ clients will also get to enjoy a great Red Equipment brand wooly hat, perfect for keeping warm pre- and post-swim. And for an extra element of fun and functionality, we’re trialling one of Red’s XL paddleboards (the 17'0" Ride XL) as an additional feed-station alongside our feed-station boat on the longer swims.

This is just the beginning of our collaboration with Red Equipment, and we can’t wait to see where this partnership takes us next.

For more details, visit red.equipment and ultraswim333.com.