Do I Need a Wetsuit? And Other FAQs

Published: Wed, 08/26/20

HOW-TOs

Do I need a wetsuit for outdoor swimming? And other FAQs

We answer some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about buying and wearing wetsuits for open water swimming

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NEW ISSUE

There's still time to order the September print issue of Outdoor Swimmer!

We have just sent our September issue to the printers, which means subscriber copies and pre-orders will be delivered next week. There's still time to order a copy though if you haven't already! Order yours today and we'll deliver it straight to your door in time for when it comes out next week!

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NEWS

Jaimie Monahan swims seven times round Manhattan in seven days

The marathon and ice swimmer has added to her roster of incredible swims by swimming an unprecedented seven times around her home island of Manhattan in seven days.

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NEWS

Wanted: Mermaid seeks new tail

Urban mermaid Lindsey Cole is calling on swimmers to donate their old swimsuits to help her build a new mermaid tail for a future environmental voyage.

TRAVEL

Outdoor swimming in Jersey - top spots and sea swimming tips

Jersey packs a punch when it comes to outdoor swimming. Plus, it’s only 40 minutes from London.

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EVENTS

There's still time to sign up to the Outdoor Swimmer Henley Swim Festival!

There are still places available for both the One Mile and Half Mile swims and the re-scheduled Club to Pub being held in Henley this August bank holiday. The Henley Swim team have been working hard to provide a covid-safe swim for you to take part in this year and are prepared and ready to welcome you this weekend for a swim along the most stunning and prestigious stretch of the Thames.

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COACHING

Directory of Open Water Swimming Coaches

If you're looking for an outdoor swimming coach to help you improve your open water swimming, check out our listings of qualified open water swimming coaches.

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