COLD WATER
How to tackle your first cold water swim post-lockdown
Jonathan Cowie shares his top tips for safe and enjoyable swims post-lockdown, despite a loss of cold water acclimatisation.
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Give a deeper connection to the natural world this Christmas with a subscription to Adventurous Ink. The book club for outdoor folk is truly the gift that keeps on giving, with a new book every month to
inspire adventure, creating connection, meaning and memories. With 2, 4, 6 and 12 month subscriptions, and gift wrapping options, it's the ideal gift for the adventurous spirit in your life.
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FEATURES
Film review: Body of Water
Jonathan Cowie reviews a film by co-directors Scott M Salt and Benjamin Paul following ice swimmer Gilly McArthur.
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SWIM WILD & FREE APPAREL
Introducing our brand new clothing range
We're thrilled to announce our new Outdoor Swimmer branded clothing range. Swim wild and free this Christmas with our stylish bobble hats, t-shirts and hoodies. Order before midnight on Friday
4 December for guaranteed delivery before Christmas.
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NEWS
Last chance to have your voice heard in our survey
We'd love to know what you think about outdoor swimming: how does it make you feel, why do you do it, how does it impact your life? Take the 2020 Attitudes to Outdoor Swimming Survey and help make Outdoor Swimmer even better. You might even win gear from Aqua Sphere, Zoggs, Selkie and Swim For Tri.
Survey closes midnight tonight!
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COLD WATER
5 things you need for cold water swimming
When it comes to cold water swimming, the devil is in the detail. Having the right kit and accessories for you will make your swim more enjoyable.
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NEWS
Farallon Islands to California: the world's toughest ocean swim
If you were tempted by the look of the Farallon Island relay in last week's newsletter, you might want to read this article by Elaine Howley on the history and particulars of the swim
before committing.
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NEWS
Outdoor Swimming Society cancels Dart10k, Bantham Swoosh and Hurly Burly events for 2021
Kate Rew, creative director of the society and director of the events business, expressed her regret over the decision, but "could not continue to operate in the uncertainty around coronavirus".
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NEW ISSUE
Order the December issue of Outdoor Swimmer from just £5.95 plus P&P
Issue 44 of Outdoor Swimmer magazine is shipping now - order now for holiday reading. Here's a preview of what you can find in the December issue.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS
Join the Virtual Henley Swim Festive-al
This week marks the start of Henley Swim's Virtual Festive-al. Take part in this virtual swim challenge based on the real Henley Swim Festival, and swim 1 mile or 4 miles in a pool, river, lake or sea, in one go or a number of sessions.
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WIN
WIN one of SIX arena wetsuits in our December draw
To celebrate the rise in the popularity of open water swimming this year and arena’s continued focus on this exciting area of product development, the brand has teamed up with us to
give away 6 of its most popular suits.
This week's prize is a TRIWETSUIT CARBON SLEEVELESS
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WIN
WIN Funkita and Funky Trunks kit worth £150
To celebrate the launch of their new Kick Starter collection, we are offering you the chance to win £150 worth of swimming kit from Funkita or Funky Trunks!
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