Dear fellow swimmers

Looking for durable swimming kit that’s made with recycled or surplus materials, without compromising on performance? Look no further! Scroll down for reviews of our favourite sustainable kit including swimming shorts made from recycled fishing nets, a changing mat made from surplus wetsuits and a kick board made of cork. 

We also have recommendations for ocean-friendly sunscreens and ear plugs made with recycled ocean plastics and we speak to Rooted Ocean, a Cornish company offering a Repair Centre for your kit. 

Finally, making ethical choices when it comes to wetsuit materials can be a minefield. It’s often a careful balance of weighing up what matters to you and where you’re prepared to spend – or compromise. We’ve put together a glossary of wetsuit materials, so you can make up your own mind. 

Jo Tinsley

Gear Editor

Image: Rooted Ocean

PS. Thanks to our sponsor Own The Adventure. To put your brand in front of 40,000 swimmers, please email stuart@outdoorswimmer.com

REVIEWS

Sustainable swimming kit

Looking for durable swimming kit that’s made with recycled or surplus materials, without compromising on performance? Look no further!

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GUIDE

What’s the most eco-friendly wetsuit material?

Making ethical choices when it comes to wetsuit materials can be a minefield. It’s often a careful balance of weighing up what matters to you and where you’re prepared to spend – or compromise. 

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Own The Adventure is more than a swimwear brand – it’s a call to the wild

Crafted in Britain using recycled materials, our eco-conscious suits and trunks are built for cold-water swims, bold mornings, and moments that move you. With comfort-driven designs, a commitment to sustainability, and empowering touches like our breast check reminder, every piece is made to honour your body and your journey. Whether you’re diving into a lake, exploring new coastlines, or simply chasing calm — adventure starts here. Join the community redefining swimwear, one wild dip at a time.

REVIEW

Best swimming ear plugs (and alternatives)

Prevent water and bacteria from entering the ear canal and reduce the chance of ‘swimmer’s ear’ with our pick of the best ear plugs – and alternatives.

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INTERVIEW

Need a wetsuit repair? Allow us to introduce Rooted Ocean

The longer we can keep our gear going, the less we need to produce, say Lee Newby who runs a makers and repairers brand from Bude, North Cornwall.

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REVIEW

THE BEST SUNSCREENS FOR SWIMMING

What’s the best sunscreen for outdoor swimmers? We put ten sun lotions, mineral sunscreens and zinc sun sticks to the test.

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