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  • Outdoor swimming kit we love this autumn

    All-weather hiking shoes, a smart coat for the post-swim pub trip and a portable shower: read on for our round…

  • Are barefoot shoes good for outdoor swimmers?

    As we transition into autumn and winter, Vivobarefoot’s Mark Esteban-Protheroe has advice on finding robust, grippy and well-fitting barefoot shoes…

  • Heated apparel for outdoor swimmers

    Warming technology and fabrics – how to keep toasty waterside this winter

  • Autumn warmth for outdoor swimmers

    Warm post-swim layers in natural autumnal shades of chestnut, russet and clay

  • Is it safe to swim after rain?

    Is it safe to swim after rain?

    Heavy rain can wash sewage and other pollutants into our waterways. So how long should you wait before swimming, and…

  • How do I choose supportive swimwear?

    Whether you’re after bust support, tummy control or long bodied styles – Margot Lundgren, Zoggs’ Product Line Manager, shares her…

  • seaweed map

    New seaweed map

    A new interactive map is turning thousands of citizen-recorded seaweed sightings into a picture of how climate change is reshaping…

  • How to choose a changing robe

    We asked the experts at Dryrobe® what to look for in a changing robe. Plus, our experts review the latest…

  • Take our quiz: what tow float should I get?

    Do you prefer a point-to-point swim, a dip and a chat or the latest piece of kit? Take our quiz…

  • How to layer up after a cold swim

    With numb fingers, damp skin and scant shelter, it can be hard to get dressed and warm after a cold…

  • Trunks vs jammers

    A body hugging streamlined fit or more modest comfort beside the pool – a round up of the latest men’s…

  • Hiking kit

    Versatile, breathable and lightweight hiking kit for wild swimmers

  • What to look for in swimwear materials

    We asked the experts at Zone3 to share their insights on high-performance swimwear fabrics. From chlorine resistance and shape retention…

  • Outdoor cooking kit

    Create a simple, packable outdoor cooking kit for impromptu beach BBQs and post-swim cook ups

  • How to choose a shoulder season suit

    Core warmth, swim-specific design and flexibility for a natural, unrestricted stroke: Olivier Wallien, from Dutch water ware brand WALLIEN, explains…

  • Three films we’re excited to watch at The Ocean Film Festival 2026

    The Ocean Film Festival is back, bringing a new collection of captivating ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this…

  • The best shampoo for swimmers

    Skin and hair can really suffer with regular swimming in chlorine or salt water. Read on for our round up…

  • Long-sleeve swimwear for sun protection

    Protect your skin from the sun in these long-sleeve swimsuits and swimming tops

  • Skincare for swimmers

    Protect your skin from the harsh effects of chlorine, salt water and windburn with these innovative products

  • Best shoes to wear after swimming

    Lightweight and slip-resistant sliders, cosy outdoor slippers and an innovative thermoregulating wool boot: we review the best shoes to wear…

  • The best sunscreen for swimmers

    What's the best sunscreen for outdoor swimmers? The unique combination of water reflection, continuous immersion and abrasive wetsuit friction requires…

  • Outdoor swimming kit we love this summer

    A reversible tow float and backpack, a pour-over coffee set for post-swim brews and lightweight post-swim shoes: read on for…

  • The best swimming bikinis

    Dive-proof, wave-proof and cut to allow freedom of movement in the water, our experts put nine swimming bikinis to the…

  • supplements for swimmers

    What supplements are beneficial to swimmers?

    Supplements for swimmers focus on hydration, muscle recovery and performance. Jo Tinsley spoke to four nutrition experts for their recommendations.

  • Dryrobe® Pure: a new innovation in robe lining

    Dryrobe brings our new Dryrobe® Pure – the world’s first 100% industrially compostable inner pile fabric ever used in an…

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