{"id":19595,"date":"2022-11-29T15:59:37","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T14:59:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/?p=122765"},"modified":"2022-11-29T16:52:18","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T15:52:18","slug":"best-base-layers-for-swimming-in-open-water","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/220triathlon\/rss_feed\/best-base-layers-for-swimming-in-open-water\/","title":{"rendered":"Best base layers for swimming in open water"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Helen Webster\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Tuesday, 29 November 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body> <p><strong>Looking to add some warmth to your open-water swims without investing in a <a href=\"&quot;\/news\/best-thermal-wetsuits-for-swimming\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">thermal wetsuit<\/a>? Well, we\u2019ve got some good news. A swimming base layer will help you do exactly that.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In fact, along with the <strong><a href=\"&quot;\/gear\/swim\/swim-clothing\/best-cold-water-swimming-gloves\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">best swimming gloves<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"&quot;\/gear\/swim\/swim-clothing\/best-cold-water-swimming-socks\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">neoprene socks<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"&quot;\/gear\/swim\/swim-clothing\/best-cold-water-swim-hats\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">cold-water swim hats<\/a><\/strong>, a swimming base layer can help deliver a really comfortable open-water experience.<\/p>\n<p>While many are designed to be worn under a wetsuit, they can also be worn on their own when you don\u2019t need quite as much warmth.<\/p>\n<p>But which are the best base layers for swimming? We test out a selection to find out\u2026<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Best base layers for swimming<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Lomo Thermal Top<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/34\/2022\/11\/lomo-neoprene-base-layer-for-swimming-7204a26.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=556%2C371,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-123147\" align=\"\" size-full=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--full=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/34\/2022\/11\/lomo-neoprene-base-layer-for-swimming-7204a26.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;&quot;\" title=\"&quot;&quot;\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Credit: Steve Sayers<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"\/><\/div>\n<ul><li><strong>\u00a329 <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Made of uncoated neoprene (so not shiny or grippy) this thermal top from budget-savvy brand Lomo is made from 1mm fabric, with flatlocked stitching meaning it\u2019s both comfortable and flexible.<\/p>\n<p>Designed for watersports, it can be worn alone as an extra warm layer or under a wetsuit. We tried it under our usual wetsuit which we wear for racing, and the extra layer under the very thin arms made a huge difference to how warm our arms felt; it also kept our body warmer.<\/p>\n<p>The neck sat slightly higher than our wetsuit, too, stopping any trickles!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> Bargain for the money and adds under-wetsuit heat.<br\/><strong>Score:<\/strong> 85%<\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.amazon.co.uk\\\/Lomo-1mm-Neoprene-Thermal-Vest\\\/dp\\\/B06Y2DJKC3\\\/ref=sr_1_5&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;3&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;17.5-32.5&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-twotwentytriathlon-7-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}'\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3><strong>Orca Heatseeker Vest<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" heatseeker=\"\" vest=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Credit: Steve Sayers<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"\/><\/div>\n<ul><li><strong>\u00a354<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Designed to be worn with or without a wetsuit on top for chillier surf or swim sessions, we found the flexibility and superb fit of the Orca Heatseeker to be a game-changer.<\/p>\n<p>Easy to pull on over the head (though larger-busted swimmers may find it harder) our core was noticeably warmer when worn alone over a swimsuit or as an extra core warmth layer under our regular wetsuit.<\/p>\n<p>Admittedly, it doesn\u2019t keep your arms any warmer, which would be a benefit on longer swims (as explained in this issue\u2019s article on p28), but it does have the benefit of not adding any restriction. orca.com<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> A soft and comfortable way to add warmth to core.<br\/><strong>Score:<\/strong> 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and made from 1.5mm coated Yamamoto neoprene, it ticks the boxes for warmth and hydrophobic properties. On this curvy female tester, we found that when worn over a swimsuit for added warmth it did the job, but rolled up around the waist.<\/p>\n<p>It also did a superb job of adding warmth under a wetsuit, though putting both layers on together was a touch laborious!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> Warm with a handy rear zip; great under a wetsuit.<br\/><strong>Score:<\/strong> 80%<\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Zone3\" neoprene=\"\" long=\"\" sleeve=\"\" top=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3><strong>Roxy Rise Springsuit<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rise=\"\" springsuit=\"\" short=\"\" not=\"\" long=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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It does have a place in this test, though, as for women looking to keep their body a little warmer on short swims, a neoprene swimsuit is a great option and much easier to get on and off on chilly days, plus it won\u2019t rise up like a vest!<\/p>\n<p>We tested the swimsuit version of the Rise, but it also comes with full-length legs (\u00a3135). The 1.5mm neoprene added warmth and definitely allowed us a longer swim than just a normal swimsuit. A bit skimpy on the bum, though!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> Nice way to keep warmer on short swims and it fits well, too.<br\/><strong>Score:<\/strong> 82%<\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Roxy\" rise=\"\" springsuit=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <ul><li><strong><a href=\"&quot;\/training\/swim-training\/how-to-improve-your-performance-in-cold-water\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">How to improve your performance in cold water<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"&quot;\/gear\/swim\/training-kit\/essential-open-water-swimming-kit\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">What to wear open-water swimming<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"&quot;\/news\/best-thermal-wetsuits-for-swimming\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">Best thermal wetsuits for swimming<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"&quot;\/gear\/swim\/swim-clothing\/best-cold-water-swimming-gloves\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best cold water swimming gloves<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section> <\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Helen Webster Published: Tuesday, 29 November 2022 at 12:00 am Looking to add some warmth to your open-water swims without investing in a thermal wetsuit? 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