Open water goggles: How to choose the right lenses
Helen Webster explains the different tints and finishes of open water swimming goggles, and which you should choose for different conditions.
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Best thermal wetsuits for swimming in 2025
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…
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2025
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swim goggles. I’ve reviewed the best for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming.
How to repair a wetsuit: Best tips and kits for 2025
John Wood explains how to mend a small tear in your beloved wetsuit so it doesn’t get any worse
Best triathlon wetsuits for all budgets in 2025
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
The best swim caps to wear in pools and open water
Fed up of your hair getting in the way when you’re swimming? Take a look at our list of the best silicone swim caps so you can keep your splits down and your hair dry.
Choose your 1% with Orca’s new wetsuit range
Orca’s new wetsuit range features a move forward in flexibility and freedom of movement designed to improve feel for water and reduce fatigue.
Best swimming watches to help you improve in 2025
Our expert testers take a look at the best swimming watches on the market right now.
Best swimming wetsuits for open water
Open water swimming wetsuits are designed for longer swims outdoors. But are they worth buying? We put a selection to the test…
Cold water swimming gear: essential kit to keep you warm and safe
Swimming kit for colder waters isn’t just for winter. Adding neoprene accessories can help you swim in different locations and for longer. Here’s how…
Gifts for swimmers: 20 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? Here are all the best buys for both open-water and pool swimmers.
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 women’s triathlon wetsuits for all budgets
Need a new triathlon wetsuit for next season, so you can smash the swim leg? Here are the best women’s triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts
What to look for in a triathlon wetsuit
Why a triathlon wetsuit is worth the investment, and what to look for when buying.
Best cold water swimming hats and thermal swim caps in 2025
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…
Best swimrun wetsuits reviewed for 2025
With swimrun growing in popularity, swimrun wetsuits are becoming increasingly feature-packed. But which is best for you? Our experts test six specialist releases
Can you be allergic to wetsuits?
Have you ever developed a body rash when you wore a wetsuit? It could be an allergy to neoprene, says John Wood. Here he explains more
Why does a wetsuit make you swim faster?
A wetsuit should make everyone faster in the water, whether you’re new to swimming or Michael Phelps, says John Wood. Here he explains why
Sleeved versus sleeveless wetsuits for triathlon: which is best?
Wondering what are the advantages of a sleeved versus sleeveless wetsuit are? We explain all…
Best swimsuits for women: 15 options tested for training
Need some new swimwear for some tough training in the pool? Helen Webster tests and rates the best 18 swimsuits for women available now
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…
How should your wetsuit fit?
Wondering how do you know a wetsuit fits properly, especially when buying in a shop with no water, when you should you upgrade? Here’s Emma-Kate Lidbury with the answers
Best swimming bags to buy in 2025
Looking for a bag to take to the pool? Here are the best kit bags for swimming to buy now
Best wetsuit bags: Wet dry bags for triathletes
Keep your used wetsuit contained and the rest of your belongings dry with our pick of the best wetsuit bags
