Best buoyancy shorts for triathletes
Make your swim training sessions less of a drag with the help of a pair of buoyancy shorts.
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Blu Smooth MK2 Comp wetsuit review
British brand Blu Smooth returns with a mid-range open water wetsuit suitable for competition. But are they worth the money? Let’s find out
Best tow floats for open-water swimming
Tow floats are vital pieces of kit for open water swimming. Want to know why and which one to go for? Here’s our guide to everything you need to know…
Best swimsuits for women: 18 options tested for training
Need some new swimwear for some tough training in the pool? Helen Webster tests and rates the best 18 swimsuits for women available now
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2024
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swim goggles. I’ve reviewed 40 of the best for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming.
The best (and hardest!) way to improve kicking skill
Strengthen your freestyle kick with this simple yet effective tool, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
Gifts for swimmers: 19 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? This swim kit, warming post-swim gear and fun experience vouchers are ideal for both open-water and pool swimmers.
Best swimrun wetsuits reviewed for 2024
With swimrun growing in popularity, swimrun wetsuits are becoming increasingly feature-packed. But which is best for you? Our experts test six specialist releases
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…
How to break 2 minutes per 100m for triathlon swimming
Breaking the magical 2 minutes per 100m threshold can seem like an impossible task. But with a few simple tweaks, it can be possible. Here’s what to consider.
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!
How a more buoyant wetsuit can help you swim faster
Most triathletes think a wetsuit is there to keep them warm and they’re definitely right! The main reason for adding a wetsuit to your kit bag is to stop you getting chilly. But there are many other benefits, as we’ll explain in this article…
Best kids’ swimming goggles to buy
Whether they’re racing in a gala, or simply splashing about, kit your kids out with a pair of good quality swimming goggles. Here’s some options to choose from…
What’s the difference between pool goggles and open-water goggles?
There are quite a few differences between pool and open-water goggles. Swim coach Helen Webster explains what to look for
How to choose your first wetsuit for triathlon
Choosing your first wetsuit for a triathlon race and training can be a minefield. For many triathletes, this is the first time they have bought a wetsuit. So what should you look for? Here, we cover all you need to know.
Olympic swimmer helps The Magic5 design new limited edition goggles – and I tried them out
Think you have enough goggles? Well so did I… That is, until I found out The Magic5 were collaborating with an Olympian to bring out a new limited edition release.
Best cold water swimming hats and thermal swim caps in 2024
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…
Tri-Fit Rapid-X goggles review
The Rapix-X goggles may be Tri-Fit’s first attempt at swimming goggles, but the brand has got a lot right here. Our full review explains why…
Huub Alchemy wetsuit review
Huub only produced a limited run of its Alchemy wetsuit, but you can still find them for sale. But are they worth the money? Let’s find out
Zoggs Hypex Pro FS wetsuit review
Does the new Zoggs Hypex Pro FS deserve a place among the best triathlon wetsuits around? Let’s find out…
Orca Athlex Flow wetsuit review
Orca has been producing some brilliant triathlon wetsuits recently and the Athlex Flow is one of them. Here’s our full review
Blueseventy Reaction wetsuit review
Is the Blueseventy Reaction the mid-range triathlon wetsuit for you? Matt Baird takes to the water to find out…
Best budget triathlon wetsuits for men and women
Your first triathlon wetsuit is a landmark purchase on your triathlon journey. So which is the sub-£250 winner? 220 finds out…
