Coney
Signs and attractions at Coney Island
Chemical Transporter
Kayaks and swimmer pass the tank barge Chemical Transporter
Brooklyn side
Kayakers and swimmers approaching the Brooklyn waterfront
Reflected hull
A kayaker passes the bulk carrier Energy Panther
Swimmer
Swimmer Andrew Trout swims in the Rose Pitonof Swim
Preparations
Swimmers get ready to board boats in the early morning
Kayaker
A kayaker accompanies a swimmer in New York Harbor
Splash
Water sprays up around a swimmer in the East River
East River
Kayaks and support boats on the East River
Drink break
Swimmer Andrew Trout takes a drink during the Rose Pitonof Swim
Crossing the channel
Kayakers lead their swimmers across the East River
Red balloon
A red balloon marks the start point for the Rose Pitonof Swim