Blog by Andrew Wallace
Seashell's outdoor swimming backpack is a versatile bit of kit than can be used for a lot more than just swimming.
Andrew Wallace
19.01.25 05:37 PM - Comment(s)
Many swimmers hate using tow floats as they get tangled in your arms. Here's a tip how to fix it...
Andrew Wallace
17.11.24 09:04 AM - Comment(s)
We were contacted by SeaShell who requested us to do a review of two items of their new equipment range starting with their flagship product, the SeaShell Swim Robe....
Andrew Wallace
14.10.24 10:21 AM - Comment(s)
Swim hiking or cross country swimming is the latest craze sweeping the UK open water swimming community!
Andrew Wallace
26.07.24 08:57 AM - Comment(s)
Autumn is a fantastic time to be in the sea, with cooler air temperatures and seas that are still warm, clear cold air and beautiful sunrises.
Andrew Wallace
02.10.23 09:48 AM - Comment(s)
Using a pair of fins in your swimming training has some real benefits for swim technique and overall fitness.
Andrew Wallace
18.05.23 10:12 AM - Comment(s)
Choosing the right kit for your swimhike can be a bit daunting but we offer a few tips and suggested kit list to get started...
Andrew Wallace
28.04.23 07:07 AM - Comment(s)
Swim hiking is a great way to connect with nature, keep fit and have fun. Here is a background to this amazing activity and a few tips to get started...
Andrew Wallace
26.04.23 12:37 PM - Comment(s)
Not sure how to use the Garmin watch Drill Mode? We've got you covered!
Andrew Wallace
24.03.23 04:49 PM - Comment(s)
Getting started with cold water swimming? Here are 5 tips to help you take the plunge.
Andrew Wallace
19.12.22 05:53 PM - Comment(s)
We recently did a solo swim hike in South Pembrokeshire doing a combination of hiking, swimming and bushcraft.
Andrew Wallace
21.09.22 10:40 AM - Comment(s)
Keeping warm is obviously one of the most critical parts of outdoor swimming and this includes out of the water just as much as in.
Take one look at any group of outdoor swimmers and you will instantly notice they pretty much all wear the same thing on land... a DryRobe or DryRobe style coat.
The DryR...
Andrew Wallace
25.03.21 10:19 AM - Comment(s)
DryRobes are all the rage in outdoor swimming circles these days, but are they worth the high price tag?
Andrew Wallace
30.11.20 11:08 AM - Comment(s)
The RuckRaft is a purpose made swimtrkking float designed to carry your hiking gear
Andrew Wallace
28.10.20 09:43 AM - Comment(s)
Treat the sea with the respect it deserves. Know your swim location before you get into the water.
Andrew Wallace
28.08.20 09:31 AM - Comment(s)
Top Tip:
Don't go swimrunning with your dog, tether him to your waist belt, forget about the tether, then throw a stick for him when resting...
Result:
One obliterated tether clip. Dog didn't even notice!
Andrew Wallace
09.06.20 03:19 PM - Comment(s)
Swimrunning has a bewildering amount of kit, but it's about experimenting what's right for you.
Andrew Wallace
05.06.20 11:28 AM - Comment(s)
Vibram five finger trail running shoes make great swimrunning shoes
Andrew Wallace
28.05.20 04:50 PM - Comment(s)
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