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Blog: kit

How to choose a wetsuit for open water swimming Here's what you need to know when choosing a wetsuit 17 Apr 2023 | By: Great Swim What to wear for your dip into nature There aren’t any ‘best dressed’ awards in outdoor swimming, but you will need some basics to stay warm, stay safe and swim your best. Ready to find out what you should be packing in your swim bag? Let’s go… 14 Dec 2022 | By: Great Swim Open Water Swimming Essentials Fitness and travel blogger Alice Tate shares her open water training essentials 01 Aug 2021 | By: Alice Tate SwimRun Kit Essentials Ben and Rhian Martin, World Number 1, SwimRun rankings and Clif Bar ambassadors, give their advice on the kit for your Great SwimRun. 23 Aug 2018 | By: Great Swim Top SwimRun Tips Ben and Rhian Martin, World Number 1, SwimRun rankings and Clif Bar ambassadors, give their advice for the SwimRun. 23 Aug 2018 | By: Great Swim WHAT TO WEAR? It's important that you wear the right gear for outdoor swimming. Keep reading to find out more. 24 Feb 2014 | By: Great Run

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