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Mudskipper U.S. SwinRun Championships and Open Water Swim

location_city Borden

flag United States

calendar_today 27 Sep, 2026

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About the Event

Challenge the diverse terrain of the American Midwest at the Mudskipper Indiana - II SwimRun and Open Water Swim. On Sunday, September 29, 2024, Deam Lake State Recreation Area in Borden, Indiana, transforms into a dynamic arena for this unique dual-sport test. For SwimRun athletes, tackle the distinctive 13.21-mile "Lands of Indiana Epic" course, a relentless mix of 10.71 miles of rugged trail running and 2.5 miles of swimming over four stages. Open water swimmers can choose their distance in the pristine lake, with 1-mile, 3-mile, and 5-mile options. Organized by the pioneering Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge, this event welcomes both seasoned specialists and curious newcomers to experience the raw, unfiltered thrill of transitioning directly from land to water and back again. With its challenging trails, crisp water, and a focus on individual competition, this late-season race offers a perfect capstone to your endurance year. Secure your spot to explore the epic lands and waters of Southern Indiana in an unforgettable way.

Races Offered

9 Mile Ultraswim

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 14.5K

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Type — Swimming

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Open Water Swim - Long

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 6.8K

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Type — Swimming

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Open Water Swim - Short

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 4.8K

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Type — Swimming

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SwimRun - Deam Lake

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 23.6K

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Type — Swimming

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270 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Borden.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 19.9° / 32.4°
wb_sunny 19.4° / 30.9°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 11.4 /
water_drop 50.9%

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