Mellow Sea Longe-Côte
Mellow Sea, the No. 1 aquawalking specialist
Durable, high-quality gear designed in Saint-Jean-de-Luz to meet the needs of users.
The sea, a source of well-being
Mellow Sea shares the idea and conviction that the sea has virtues that contribute to everyone's well-being. This is particularly true of water sports.
Mellow Sea supports and innovates in the practice of longe-côte. The sport is accessible to all, with strong social and relational values. There is a real sense of cohesion, solidarity and team spirit among participants, whatever their age.
Well-being by the sea is a subject close to our hearts, and one that we want to promote and democratise.
With the participation of lanyards enthusiasts from different backgrounds, we have gone through a number of research and development phases in order to offer you the best suited longe-cote equipment. Wetsuits, booties, gloves and paddles are on pre-order in our shop.
Coastal lunging
Longe-côte or water walking is a sport that originated in France in 2005. At the time, Thomas Wallyn, a rowing coach from Dunkirk, was looking for a complementary exercise to strengthen the rowers' antagonistic muscles, in a gentle way that protected the joints.
More than just a complementary activity, this sport, which was given the name longe-côte in September 2006, has now become a sport in its own right. It can be practised on all French coastlines, as well as on lakes.
This sport, which is accessible to all, can be practised both leisurely and competitively. The basic rule is to respect what is known as the BNI, the correct level of immersion. The water level should be between the navel and the chest.
The lower limbs are the real engines that provide momentum. The upper limbs increase propulsion.
Longe-côte was originally invented using a double paddle, and the sport developed around propulsion devices known as UPs.
Today, the use of UPs such as paddles (single or double), longe-up, fill-up or tackle is still present and continues to develop alongside barehanded practice, which requires no additional equipment.
Whatever technique you choose, come rain, shine or snow, longe-côte can be practised all year round, and there's something for everyone. It's one of the leading sports linked to health and well-being.
Key figures for 2024
11 years old!
A young longeur from Brittany took part in her first official race as a pair with her father.
Average number of steps over 1,000 metres
Approximately 1,500 stepsThat's almost one step every 66 centimetres, depending on the amplitude of your stride and the height of the water.
Record number of simultaneous lanyards
482 people formed a huge human chain in the water at an event in the Vendée.
Fastest 200m solo race
159 seconds or 2 minutes 39 seconds, giving an average speed of 4.57 km/h...
