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