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.

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-…
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…
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…
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…
Our wild swimming books

Did you know that three of the Outdoor Swimmer team have published or been involved in the creation of beautiful…
Every swimsuit needs a silver lining!

Can digital editor Abi entice her friend into the cold water this winter with Zoggs’ new range of thermal open…
Outdoor swimming kit we love this autumn

Size-inclusive hiking and swimwear, protein-boosted breakfast cereal and a change robe designed with wheelchair users in mind: a round up…
Dryland training for swimmers

What is dryland training and why is it important?
Best swim training kit

Maximise your pool training sessions with our pick of the best swim training kit from kickboards and fins to hand…
The best skincare and shampoo for swimmers

Skin and hair can really suffer with regular swimming in chlorine or salt water. Read on for our round up…
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 racing wetsuits 2024

New technical materials, increased range of motion and dynamic flexibility: Simon Griffiths reviews the fastest wetsuits on the market.
Sunglasses for wild swimmers

Floating sunglasses, polarised lenses with crystal clear clarity or robust frames made from abandoned fishing gear: we test the best…