Dear fellow swimmers

Welcome to our new monthly GEAR SPECIAL! Each month, we will share a wealth of expert guides, reviews and kit recommendations. This time, we're focusing on cold water swimming – with guides to layering up after a cold swim, whether to wear a wetsuit in the winter and how to remove your gloves and booties fast. 

We also recommend our favourite changing robes and thermal accessories, and share reviews of warm drinks you should be filling your flask with this winter. For even more ideas for cold water swimming kit, don’t forget to pick up your copy of our November issue, which comes with a free swimmers' Christmas gift guide. 

Please reply to this email and let us know what you would like to see in future Gear Special newsletters from us.

Jo Tinsley

Gear Editor

GEAR GUIDE

How to layer up after a cold swim

With numb fingers, damp skin and scant shelter, it can be hard to get dressed and warm after a cold water dip. Understanding the benefits of layers and the right materials can make all the difference.

Read our guide...

GEAR ADVICE

Should you winter swim in a wetsuit?

A wetsuit might keep you warmer but is it worth the additional hassle when the water is cold?

Read more... 

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BEST CHANGING ROBES 2024

With winter water temperatures approaching, now is a good time to invest in or update your changing robe. Our outdoor swimming experts have tested the best changing robes for 2024 – so whether you’re after winter warmth and waterproofing, lightweight and packable or innovative design there is a robe for you.

PRODUCT REVIEWS

Hot drinks for outdoor swimmers

Cold water swimming calls for hot drinks for warming up after, but what should you pop in your flask this winter?

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GEAR ADVICE

How to remove your neoprene accessories fast

Check out these tips we’ve curated from the Outdoor Swimmer team and readers to avoid getting colder than necessary after your swim.

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BEST NEOPRENE AND YULEX ACCESSORIES 

Thermal socks, fleece-lined caps and baselayers: we review some of the best neoprene accessories (and natural rubber alternatives) for keeping you warm while you swim.

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