The best swim robes: 12 options to keep you warm and dry
Swimming outdoors and need a decent changing robe to keep you warm and dry? Here are some of the best on the market…
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Best buoyancy shorts for triathletes in 2025
Make your swim training sessions less of a drag with the help of a pair of buoyancy shorts
Best men’s swim briefs to buy in 2025
Swim briefs can provide comfort and increased range of motion for pool swimming that you may not get elsewhere. Here are some options worth considering…
Best swimsuits for women: 15 options tested for training
Need some new swimwear for some tough training in the pool? Helen Webster tests and rates the best 9 swimsuits for women available now
Best nose clips for swimming in 2025
Fed up of having water go up your nose while swimming? Sounds like you need a nose clip…
Best swimming headphones: 7 fully submergible options
Love training to music and want to do exactly that in the pool? Here are seven waterproof headphones for swimming
Best wetsuit cleaners: How to effectively wash your wetsuit
Freshen up your smelly wetsuit and keep your neoprene gear in good condition with a bottle of wetsuit cleaner
Open water goggles: How to choose the right lenses
Helen Webster explains the different tints and finishes of open water swimming goggles, and which you should choose for different conditions.
Best thermal wetsuits for swimming in 2025
Keen to keep training in open water this off-season? Then you might want to try one of the new guard of thermal swimming wetsuits. Helen Webster puts five to the test…
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2025
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swim goggles. I’ve reviewed the best for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming.
How to repair a wetsuit: Best tips and kits for 2025
John Wood explains how to mend a small tear in your beloved wetsuit so it doesn’t get any worse
Best wetsuits for triathlons in 2025
Need a new triathlon wetsuit to help you swim faster? Here are the best triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts
The best swim caps to wear in pools and open water
Fed up of your hair getting in the way when you’re swimming? Take a look at our list of the best silicone swim caps so you can keep your splits down and your hair dry.
Choose your 1% with Orca’s new wetsuit range
Orca’s new wetsuit range features a move forward in flexibility and freedom of movement designed to improve feel for water and reduce fatigue.
Best swimming watches to help you improve in 2025
Our expert testers take a look at the best swimming watches on the market right now.
Best swimming wetsuits for open water
Open water swimming wetsuits are designed for longer swims outdoors. But are they worth buying? We put a selection to the test…
Cold water swimming gear: essential kit to keep you warm and safe
Swimming kit for colder waters isn’t just for winter. Adding neoprene accessories can help you swim in different locations and for longer. Here’s how…
Gifts for swimmers: 20 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? Here are all the best buys for both open-water and pool swimmers.
Best cold water swimming gloves for tackling open water this winter
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter? Then you might want to cover your hands, which are very sensitive to the cold. So, here are some of the best cold water swimming gloves!
Best women’s triathlon wetsuits for all budgets
Need a new triathlon wetsuit for next season, so you can smash the swim leg? Here are the best women’s triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts
What to look for in a triathlon wetsuit
Why a triathlon wetsuit is worth the investment, and what to look for when buying.
Best cold water swimming hats and thermal swim caps in 2025
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter, but struggling with putting your head under? Here are some of the best cold water swimming hats on the market…
Best swimrun wetsuits reviewed for 2025
With swimrun growing in popularity, swimrun wetsuits are becoming increasingly feature-packed. But which is best for you? Our experts test six specialist releases
Can you be allergic to wetsuits?
Have you ever developed a body rash when you wore a wetsuit? It could be an allergy to neoprene, says John Wood. Here he explains more
