“Having been involved in the build and campaigning of three C-class projects, I have to nominate the 25ft C-Class catamaran.” Known as the ‘Little Americas Cup’, the International Catamaran Challenge…

“The ‘Dabbie’ was a very popular youth boat and one of the best training boats ever. Every person that made it in sailing in South Africa started out on the…

Deakin & Blue X-Back Swimsuit for outdoor swimming

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 for open water swimming

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 for cold water swimming

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 Best Plus Size Open Water Swimming Wetsuit for curvy women

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 open water swimsuit

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,…

Adventure charter skippers Bruce Jacobs and Rachael Sprot of Rubicon3 tested these waterproof, windproof and breathable glove with webbing and drawcord wrist adjustment for a season in a variety of…

Transiting the Suez Canal is now a rarely followed path by circumnavigating yachts. The threat of piracy around the Gulf of Aden has long been a concern: British cruisers Paul…

Yonda Spook plus size wetsuit women's open water swimming wetsuit

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…

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 Core One-Piece Swimsuit for open water swimming

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 Siren Best Plus Size Open Water Swimming Wetsuit for curvy women

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 for open water swimming

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…