Dear Swimmer,

As the water temperatures edges down towards single digits, the importance of post-dip care edges up.

Layering up is the best way to help yourself recover after your cold dip. And, when you're warming up in winter weather, a cosy, weatherproof outer layer is your most essential piece of kit.

We spoke to the creators of the original weatherproof changing robe - Dryrobe® - about how they give ultimate protection from what nature has to offer, helping us warm up well whatever the weather.

Layers are key to keeping warm after a chilly swim. But, because we usually have to change outdoors, we also need protection against wind, rain and snow.

Having multiple layers is one option, but it's not until you try your first Dryrobe® Advance that you truly appreciate the high-performing warmth and protection.

"The Dryrobe® Advance is scientifically proven to aid your recovery and help you warm up quickly," says Dryrobe®. "The combination of a tough weatherproof outer shell (up to 25k waterproofness) and a unique, super-cosy, fast-drying fleece lining insulates your body, wicks water away from your skin, and helps prevent heat loss. The oversized design also allows you to get changed in and out of your swimwear easily."

TRIED AND TESTED

What's the Dryrobe® Advance really like to wear? Our Gear Editor, Jo Tinsley, reviewed it in our October issue. Here's what she thought:

"We’ve long been fans of the Dryrobe® Advance, the original weatherproof changing robe. In fact, we’ve been using this robe for years; it gets flung into the back of cars, crumpled into kit bags and is frequently left on riverbanks. It has survived all of that with barely any signs of wear and tear. So we were excited to see the new collection of autumnal colours: a rich burgundy with grey lining; a rugged dark green with grey lining; and this one, a deep sea blue with sand camo lining. Like the original design, this robe has a fast-drying fleece that wicks away moisture and then keeps you warm, while the tough outer shell protects you from the elements. It’s built to last, and it looks pretty stylish to boot."