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LOMO Changing Mat Bag – Drysuit and Wetsuit Bag Review
LOMO Changing Mat Bag – Drysuit and Wetsuit Bag Best changing mat for wetsuit wearers Made from tough material, this changing mat would work on any terrain—plus, you can carry…
dryrobe Changing Mat Review
dryrobe Changing Mat Best changing mat for warmth When it comes to post-swimming training, dryrobe knows its business. And this handy little changing mat feels like luxury for your cold…
Orca Changing Mat Accessory Review
Orca Changing Mat Accessory Best lightweight changing mat for lots of kit This brilliant changing mat packs down super small – and then opens up to create a large changing…
byBettyBlue The Pasty Wet Bag Changing Mat Review
byBettyBlue The Pasty Wet Bag Changing Mat Best sustainably made changing mat We went searching for an independently made changing mat and came up trumps. By far the best-looking changing…
Après Plunge Stepping Stone Changing Mat tested
Après Plunge Stepping Stone Changing Mat Best changing mat for drying cold feet In our hunt for changing mats from independent sellers, we came across Après Plunge. Creating limited edition…
Deakin & Blue X-Back Swimsuit Review
Deakin & Blue X-Back Swimsuit Best overall swimsuit for open water swimming This is hands-down the most comfortable, supportive, beautiful swimsuit I’ve found. On its own or underneath a wetsuit,…
Deakin & Blue Sports Swimbra Review
Deakin & Blue Sports Swimbra Best outdoor swimming bikini Sometimes I prefer to wear a bikini, especially under a wetsuit. So, it’s a joy to find a supportive bikini that…
Chilly Swim Neoprene Swimsuit Review
Chilly Swim Star Bum Best swimsuit for winter dipping Sometimes you put on a swimsuit that makes you walk a bit taller. This beautiful limestone neoprene swimsuit does just that.…
Lomo Nuotare Ladies Swimming Wetsuit Review
Lomo Nuotare Ladies Swimming Wetsuit in Tall Wide A Best multisport durable wetsuit Lomo’s inclusive sizing is unbeatable. Not only catering for different sized curves, it also accommodates different heights.…
Batoko Swimsuit Review
Batoko swimsuit Best vibrant sustainable swimsuit If you’re an outdoor swimmer, you’ve probably seen a Batoko swimsuit. These gorgeous sea-themed swimsuits are everywhere. And, with great eco-credentials and fun designs,…
Yonda Spook Wetsuit Review
Yonda Spook Wetsuit in XXXL Best entry-level all-round outdoor swimming wetsuit Yonda’s size range is probably the most inclusive out there. So, wonderful for someone who struggles to find a…
Orca One piece Openwater Vitalis TRN wetsuit review
One piece Openwater Vitalis TRN wetsuit in size LW Best triathlon training plus size wetsuit Orca is one of our favourite open water swimming brands, with a great range of…
Alpkit Dulsie Long-Sleeve Swimsuit Review
Alpkit Dulsie Best long-sleeved open water swimsuit Comfortable and flattering, we love Alpkit’s long-sleeved swimsuit for added protection and coverage when swimming outdoors. A long-sleeved swimsuit is great for keeping…
Orca Women’s Core One Piece Swimsuit Review
Orca Women’s Core One Piece Swimsuit Best sporty one-piece swimsuit The Core One Piece is Orca’s good-looking, quality take on the classic, sporty swimsuit. A big fan of the sea…
HUUB Araya Wetsuit Review
HUUB Araya Wetsuit in size ‘Siren’ Best performance wetsuit for plus-size outdoor swimmers HUUB is renowned for its high-performing open water swimming kit. And so, it is exciting that plus-size…
Wallien Yemaya Swimsuit Review
Wallien Yemaya Swimsuit Best sustainable swimsuit for pool and open water Stylish, durable and sustainably made – we love Wallien’s swimwear for wild swimming. The Yemaya swimsuit is a beautifully…
7 of the best open water swimsuits for women
What’s the best swimwear for outdoor swimming? And how do you choose what to buy? From wild swimming dips to open water training and events, the right swimwear will make…
The best plus size swimming wetsuits
For plus-size swimmers, wetsuit shopping can be a nightmare. While average women’s dress sizes in the UK and US are 16 to 18 (EU size 44), most wetsuits don’t go…
Orca Killa Comfort Swimming Goggles Review
Orca Killa Comfort Swimming Goggles Most comfortable open-water swimming goggles Killa Comfort by name, killer comfort by nature – you’ll forget you’re wearing these fantastic all-rounders. Named after the apex…