What are the best wetsuits for open water swimming? We test our favourite 8 for training and racing
Open water swimming wetsuits are designed for longer swims outdoors. But are they worth buying? We put a selection to the test…
Wetsuits
What are the best thermal wetsuits for cold water swimming in 2026? We review our top five
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…
What are the best triathlon wetsuits? These are 10 of our tried-and-tested favourites
Our team of experts have tried and tested the best wetsuits for triathlon on the market today – here are our top 10 options for men and women across all budgets.
Best budget triathlon wetsuits in 2026
Your first triathlon wetsuit is a landmark purchase on your triathlon journey. So which is the sub-$300/£250 winner? 220 finds out…
How tight should a wetsuit be and will a wetsuit stretch?
Fit is king when it comes to choosing a wetsuit for open-water swimming and triathlon – but how tight should your wetsuit be and will it stretch? Here is all the info you need to know.
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 tri coach John Wood. Here, he explains why…
Best women’s triathlon wetsuits for all budgets – tested by open water swim coaches
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.
Zone3 Vanquish X wetsuit review: superbly flexible and buoyant but tricky to change in and out of
Does this suit, returning for another season, continue to have the X-factor? Editor Helen Webster finds out…
Orca Aesir Flex review: A high-performance and flexible wetsuit primed for swimrun racing
Orca says the Aesir Flex is the brand’s most flexible performance swimrun wetsuit yet. But does it deliver when it matters? Kate Milsom finds out
Blueseventy Reaction review: a “lithe and buoyant” triathlon wetsuit
Is the Blueseventy Reaction the mid-range triathlon wetsuit for you? Matt Baird takes to the water to find out…
Gill Pursuit review: Your all-rounder wetsuit for chill waters
Is this entry-level wetsuit a good buy for triathletes? Editor and open-water swimming coach Helen Webster finds out…
Zoggs Hypex Pro FS wetsuit review
Does the new Zoggs Hypex Pro FS deserve a place among the best triathlon wetsuits around? Let’s find out…
Huub Alchemy wetsuit review: flexibility at the expense of durability
Huub only produced a limited run of its Alchemy wetsuit, but you can still find them for sale. But are they worth the money? Let’s find out
Huub Brownlee Agilis wetsuit review: is it still gold-standard for long-distance swims?
This top-end suit with design input from the Brownlees is still going strong, but does it perform as well as ever? Editor Helen Webster finds out…
Best swimrun wetsuits reviewed for racing and training in 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
Swimrun wetsuit showdown: I tested the Orca Aesir Flex against the Zone3 Versa
Two leading swimrun wetsuits go head-to-head in our latest test — the ultra-flexible Orca Aesir Flex versus the versatile, hi-vis Zone3 Versa.
Best tips and kits for repairing your wetsuit
John Wood explains how to mend a small tear in your beloved wetsuit so it doesn’t get any worse
How thick should my triathlon wetsuit be?
Confused about neoprene cell counts and what thickness is most suitable for your triathlon wetsuit? We explain all…
Orca Athlex Flex V2 vs Blueseventy Fusion: mid-range wetsuits do battle
Orca Athlex Flex V2 vs the Blueseventy Fusion: we put two mid-range wetsuits head-to-head to see which you should buy
Orca Athlex Flex V2
Flexible, fast, and fuss-free—Orca’s Athlex Flex V2 is built for confident swimmers who want performance without restriction. Here’s our honest review…
Wilda Dart wetsuit
Make waves with a wetsuit that combines bold design, comfort, and performance. The Wilda Dart brings individuality to open-water swimming, without compromising on fit or function.
Blueseventy Fusion wetsuit review
Striking a fine balance between comfort, buoyancy, and speed is Blueseventy’s new 2025 Fusion wetsuit. Here are our thoughts on the suits performance, fit, and value…
Why the Zone3 Aspire is our highest-scoring triathlon wetsuit of all time
Can the redesigned Zone3 Aspire build on its reputation as a top-tier wetsuit? 220’s editor and swim coach Helen Webster explains why it has become her top-rated wetsuit of all time…
Orca celebrate 30th anniversary with limited edition Apex 30 wetsuit
Hitting a major milestone this year, Orca celebrates its 30th anniversary with the launch of the limited edition Apex 30 which brings together three decades of experience and innovation
