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8 Bridges Hudson River Swim

8 Bridges Hudson River Swim

7 days | 7 stages | 120 miles

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Swimming Stage 2

In her Swimsuit Addict blog, here is Janet Harris’ account of her Stage 2 swim.

Posted on June 29, 2012Author Rondi

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