The frenetic activity of the Caribbean season had already slowed by the end of April in Anse du Marin, where Albius IV waited on the pontoon. The commanding new Garcia…
Reviews
YYachts Y8 Calabash review: Sailing this semi-custom, designer cruiser
This new generation YYachts Y8 is the Griefswald yard’s third version of this 80ft size. The original, which helped launch the brand in 2015, was a Lorenzo Argento and David…
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…
Swan 88 review: At the very top of this semi-custom yacht scene
Swan’s CEO Giovanni Pomatti describes this as ‘an extraordinary year’, which sees the revered yard launch three new models including this Swan 88. As a clue to the scale of…
CNB 78 One Review: ‘It was beautiful sailing… an engaging experience’
Sailing the CNB 78 One contrasts a little over 10 years ago when we had a memorable sail trial on the original CNB 76, a two-day return voyage from Palma.…
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,…
Gill Helmsman winter sailing gloves review
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…
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…