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Outdoor swimming gear reviews and gear advice articles.
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Sustainable swimming kit
Looking for durable swimming kit that’s made with recycled or surplus materials, without compromising on performance? Look no further!
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Outdoor swimming kit we love this summer
A plant-based protein shake formulated specifically for women, a backpack that doubles as a tow float and a fully immersible…
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How to pack for swim travel
Your swim travel essentials – and how to carry them – as recommended by the Outdoor Swimmer team
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Eco comfort: Why wear Yulex swimwear?
It’s our favourite cold water swimming mashup where the warmth of a wetsuit meets the freedom and flexibility of swimwear.
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Best adventure bags for outdoor swimmers
Durable, weatherproof and ready for anything: whatever you’re looking for in a new adventure bag, we’ve got you covered. Read…
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NetPlus: How fishing nets are turned into swimming shorts
Not all recycling is equal, says Greg Swienton of Bureo, makers of this innovative material created from recycled fishing nets
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Yulex 2.0
A new iteration of the natural rubber alternative to neoprene, Yulex 2.0 has a superior degree of stretch and elasticity.…
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Best open water swimming wetsuits
A super flexible suit for breaststroke swimmers, a thermal suit for the coldest of temperatures and the first colourful open…
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On the Wilda side: a Q&A with founder Caitlin Paton
While many open water wetsuits are muted blacks and greys, Wilda has created a suit that embraces the joy, vibrancy…
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Best spring suits for swimmers
Shorties, long Janes, neoprene swimsuits: spring suits are a great option for when you don’t need a full suit, ideal…
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How to care for your wetsuit
How to rinse, wash, repair and store your wetsuit so that it lasts for many seasons to come
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Sustainable swimming kit: Meet Corca Mar
Corca Mar makes sustainable kick floats and pull buoys from natural cork, a durable and functional alternative to EVA foam.…
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Kit review: Zone3 OWS TI+ Swimwear
We tested Zone3's thermal swimwear in cold water - does it work?
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Power up: 9 reasons to train in fins
Outdoor swimming coach and endurance swimmer, Rowan Clarke, tests Speedo’s new swim fins.
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Spring into the season
Care is still needed for spring swimming as the water is still cold and the weather can be fickle at…
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Which swimming wetsuit should I go for?
To help you narrow down your choices, the Outdoor Swimmer team headed to Clevedon Marine Lake to put four Orca…
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Best protein powders for swimmers
Protein is an essential macronutrient for repairing and building muscle after a strenuous swimming session. While you can’t beat animal-…
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Best pool and open water goggles
There is plenty of innovation in this year’s goggle round up, from honeycomb technology for a super comfortable fit to…
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Which goggle lens do I need for open water and pool swimming?
Swimming goggles come with a vast array of lens types, all suited to different light conditions. Gear Editor Jo Tinsley…
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Tried and tested: Speedo Fastskin LZR Pure Valor 2.0
Do racing suits make a difference, and are they worth the money? Simon Griffiths share insights on the pros and…
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Outdoor swimming kit we love this spring
Tiny Pace Clock that attaches to your water bottle: read on for our round up of the best pieces of…
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Tried and tested: Zoggs Spectra goggles
Advertorial The most popular open water goggles have to be Zoggs’ Predator range. So how do the new Spectra goggles…
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Open water swimsuits for all bodies
Whether you're looking for spaghetti strap training suits or more modest coverage, body positive styles or longer body lengths, we…
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Is all neoprene harmful?
Rowan Clarke explores how toxic neoprene is responsible for a health crisis, and why the appetite for truly sustainable wetsuits…
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Best jammers, briefs and shorts for outdoor swimmers
Whether you’re after a flexible fit for training, thermal fabric for core warmth or a lightweight hybrid short for impromptu…
