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The best swim robes: 19 options to keep you warm and dry
Swimming outdoors and need a decent changing robe to keep you warm and dry? Here are some of the best on the market
16 Dryrobe alternatives for outdoor swims and watersports
Dryrobes aren’t the only swim robes out there. Here are 16 Dryrobe alternatives to consider for wild swims and other outdoor adventures
Best cold water swimming gloves for tackling open water this winter
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter? Then you might want to cover your hands, which are very sensitive to the cold. So, here are some of the best cold water swimming gloves!
Best neoprene socks for swimming in cold water
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter, but feet suffering from the cold? Here are some of the best cold-water swimming socks you can buy right now...
Best cold water swimming hats and thermal swim caps in 2024
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter, but struggling with putting your head under? Here are some of the best cold water swimming hats on the market...
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Best wetsuit changing mats for swim, surf and triathlon
Protect your feet and your wetsuit with our top picks of the best wetsuit changing mats
Best swimming goggles for triathlon, pool and open-water swimming
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swimming goggles. Here, we review 39 of the best options for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming
Best budget triathlon wetsuits for men and women
Your first triathlon wetsuit is a landmark purchase on your triathlon journey. So which is the sub-£250 winner? 220 finds out...
Gifts for swimmers: 19 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? This swim kit, warming post-swim gear and fun experience vouchers are ideal for both open-water and pool swimmers.
Best Cyber Monday wetsuit deals 2023
A wetsuit can be an expensive tri kit purchase, so make the most of these Black Friday deals with huge bargains on top triathlon wetsuits.
Goggles
Goggles
TheMagic5 swim goggles review
Do these custom-designed swim goggles deliver the perfect fit? Swim coach and 220 Triathlon editor Helen Webster finds out...
Aquasphere Defy.Ultra swim mask review
Aquasphere's new Defy.Ultra swim mask adds a high-tech edge and superb clarity to wide-vision swimming, says 220 editor Helen Webster. Here's her full review
Best kids' swimming goggles to buy
Whether they're racing in a gala, or simply splashing about, kit your kids out with a pair of good quality swimming goggles. Here's some options to choose from...
Goggles
Goggles
Michael Phelps Ninja swim goggles review
Helen Webster tests these sleek new goggles from the king of swim
Form Smart Open Water Goggles review
The updated Form goggles return with open-water capabilities. Jack Sexty puts them to the test
Lomo Vigour Polarised open-water swimming goggles reviewed
At just £15 can these open-water goggles from Lomo deliver on performance as well as price?
Swim Clothing
Swim Clothing
Our favourite swim shirts for warmth and UV protection in 2024
Want to keep yourself protected while swimming in warmer weather? These are our picks for the best swim shirts on the market right now.
Best swim jammers for men in 2024
A decent pair of jammers are absolutely essential for pool swimming. Here, Jack Sexty tests 15 of the best swim jammers out there from £22.99
Best kids' swim robes for young triathletes in 2024
Keep your budding triathletes warm and dry pre and post-swim with a cosy kids' swim robe. Here are some top options to consider
Swim Clothing
Swim Clothing
Zone3 Yulex Sleeveless Swimsuit review
Does this eco alternative to a neoprene swimsuit have a place in your kit bag? Editor Helen Webster puts it to the test
The best water shoes for grip and protection
Water shoes can provide grip, warmth and protection when you’re swimming or taking part in water sports. Here are eight options worth considering
Best men’s swim briefs to buy in 2024
Swim briefs can provide comfort and increased range of motion for pool swimming that you may not get elsewhere. Here are some options worth considering...
Swim Clothing
Swim Clothing
Huub Hooded Neoprene Vest review
Looking to add some extra warmth to your cold-water swims? Editor Helen Webster finds out if this hooded vest from Huub is the answer...
Best sustainable swimwear for women
Looking for a new swimsuit that is suited to training and also better for the environment? Here is our pick of the best sustainable swimwear for women
Best swimsuits for women: 17 options tested for training
Need some new swimwear for some tough training in the pool? Helen Webster tests and rates 17 of the best swimsuits for women
Training Kit
Best swimming watches to help you improve in 2024
Open-water swim coach and 220 Triathlon editor Helen Webster takes a look at six of the best swim watches on the market
Best swimming headphones: 9 fully submergible options
Love training to music and want to do exactly that in the pool? Here are nine waterproof headphones for swimming
Best stretch cords for swimmers
Looking to improve your swimming and wondering what stretch cords are all about? Here we explain why you should try them – and find the best ones out there to buy now
Training Kit
Best anti-fog spray for goggles
Worried about your goggles fogging up when swimming? Then an anti-fog spray could be just what you need. Here is all the info…
Best swimming bags to buy now
Looking for a bag to take to the pool? Here are the best kit bags for swimming to buy now.
Best swimming ear plugs to buy in 2024
Keep your focus on the water and the dreaded swimmer's ear at bay with our pick of the best swimming ear plugs
Wetsuits
Wetsuits
Best triathlon wetsuits for all budgets
Need a new triathlon wetsuit to help you swim faster? Here are the best triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts
Best thermal wetsuits for swimming in 2024
Keen to keep training in open water this off-season? Then you might want to try one of the new guard of thermal swimming wetsuits. Helen Webster puts five to the test...
First look: Zoggs preview new range of wetsuits, on sale February 2024
Swim giants Zoggs launch a range of 10 new wetsuits – including six models for triathletes – with options for all types of swimmer
Wetsuits
Wetsuits
What's the difference between a triathlon wetsuit and a surf wetsuit?
Wondering how a tri wetsuit differs to a surf wetsuit, and whether you can race a triathlon with a wetsuit made for surfing? Janine Doggett explains all...
Huub Brownlee Agilis wetsuit review
This top-end suit with design input from the Brownlees is still going strong in 2023, but does it perform as well as ever? Editor Helen Webster finds out...
Zone3 Vanquish X wetsuit review
Does this suit, returning for another season, continue to have the X-factor? Editor Helen Webster finds out...