Product Reviews

Dive into our collection of outdoor swimming gear reviews. From wetsuits to goggles, swimwear to accessories, the expert enthusiasts at outdoorswimmer.com put each product to the test. Explore our honest assessments and kit recommendations to enhance your outdoor swimming experience.

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…
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…
How to care for your wetsuit

How to rinse, wash, repair and store your wetsuit so that it lasts for many seasons to come
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.…
Kit review: Zone3 OWS TI+ Swimwear

We tested Zone3's thermal swimwear in cold water - does it work?
Power up: 9 reasons to train in fins

Outdoor swimming coach and endurance swimmer, Rowan Clarke, tests Speedo’s new swim fins.
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-…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The best long hair swimming caps

For those blessed with voluminous hair, wearing a regular silicone cap can be a real pain. We put three long…
The best thermal swimsuits for outdoor swimmers

There are plenty of ways to make a swimsuit warmer whether neoprene, Yulex, thermal silver lining or thick bonded material.…
How to choose a swimming cap

Durable silicone swimming caps, long hair swimming caps or thermal swimming caps: read our guide to choosing the right head…
Kit review: Otion Swim Paddles

Otion swim paddles will help improve your finger spacing for optimum efficiency while swimming.
Best swimming watches 2024

Track your training and recovery, with GPS for measuring open water distances and metrics to help you monitor and improve…
Best headphones for swimmers

We put three waterproof, bone conduction headphones to the test: two fully submergible and one sweat-proof pair robust enough for…
FORM Smart Swim 2 review

FORM's Smart Swim 2 goggles feature an augmented reality display with real-time metrics, an integrated heart rate monitor, a sleeker…
Outdoor swimming kit we love this winter

A Yulex jacket that fits like a second skin, a performance swimsuit with exceptional support and a lightweight robe that's…
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…
Hot drinks for outdoor swimmers

Cold water swimming calls for hot drinks for warming up after, but what should you pop in your flask this…
Best neoprene accessories for open water swimmers

Swim socks, fleece-lined caps and baselayers: as temperatures drop, we review some of the best neoprene accessories (and natural rubber…
Our wild swimming books

Did you know that three of the Outdoor Swimmer team have published or been involved in the creation of beautiful…