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<\/figure><\/div>\n\nWETSUIT<\/h4>\n\n
For winter, your biggest investment (if you\u2019re serious about outdoor swimming) should be a thermal wetsuit. There\u2019s a good selection on the market from all the leading brands, with an extra lining often added to an existing model to add extra warmth. Our pick is the Orca Openwater RS1 Thermal <\/strong>(\u00a3369), which also features a unique, extra \u2018batwing\u2019 layer on the back, avoiding chilly trickles through the zip and neck.<\/p>\n\n Keeping your hands and feet protected from cold water will make a huge difference to your experience. Our extremities are very sensitive so although covering them won\u2019t make a difference to core temperature, it will make you feel more comfortable as you swim. Most are made from 2mm neoprene. Choose ones that are snug fitting, like Orca\u2019s Swim Gloves <\/strong>(\u00a339), otherwise they will just balloon with water as you swim!<\/p>\n\n You have many sensitive blood vessels in your head and neck, and we lose most heat through our heads, so adding a neoprene swim cap under your regular brightly-coloured cap is a wise choice. If you want more, Huub <\/strong>makes a Thermal Balaclava<\/strong> (pictured, \u00a339) or neoprene neck snug, which will both help cover the sensitive veins and arteries in the neck when swimming in cold water.<\/p>\n\n Due to the after-drop (see next issue\u2019s cold-water swim special for more) it\u2019s crucial to get dry, warm and out of cold wind as soon as possible after your swim. With this in mind, a snuggly changing robe that you can pull on and change inside, then wear afterwards for warmth, is a must. 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<\/figure><\/div>\n\nGLOVES AND BOOTS<\/h4>\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\nHEADWEAR<\/h4>\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\nCHANGING ROBE<\/h4>\n\n