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[alwaysanotheradventure]

I could make this much longer with more suggestions, so I'd encourage you to add them in these comments please. I'm sure there are plenty of great ideas.

[lawresearch]

Clearly one of the best if not the best cold water swimming instruction video. Well done sir !

[Anand-yusg]

The best video i have come across, even better than so called experts trying to flog the brand they are paid for

[s.gel.]

Thank you for talking about how to deal with the transition from water to car. I had specific questions about that and your video is the only one that has covered that segment. Thank you, I can't wait to begin cold water swimming!

[jcosgroove]

Great video, had my first outdoor swim this morning and only lasted 15 minutes before I had to get out. Was feeling a bit deflated that I wasnt able to swim a decent distance but this has encouraged me to give it another go with some more layers. Thank you.

[Rachel-uchc]

I love your channel. Just found it. Keep them coming!!

[fansandvintage]

How to stay warm in cold water
You will need
A Tight Wetsuit
Neoprene Vest
Neoprene Shorts
Wetsuit Gloves
2 Pairs Of Wetsuit Socks
Earplugs
A 2mm Neoprene Cap
A Blue Seventy Cap
A Swim Cap

[gabscar]

Great video. Thanks! My face gets really cold. I find that applying vaseline to the exposed areas helps.
Where would us swimmers be without oil!

[oktayerdogan]

Hey Dude Turkey salutes you, I love swimming in cold water, I watched admiringly. Swimming equipment is very nice ..

[Bvic]

Great video! What's missing are details about difference of gear for different temperatures.

What is needed at 5° vs 10° vs 15° ?

[podcast]

Amazing video, would love to join you for a swim, you are very inspirational. I swim in Greece all year round, lucky enough to not need a wet suit. How long do you swim for? Do you go by feeling or a specific time?

[RPA]

The best video advice on cold water swimming tips! Thank you immensely!

[maxwiegmann]

Excellent video, super useful and all the info I was needing for my first swim in the lake in April! Pool is closed and I ordered a wetsuit and accessories today, I have no idea how 8 C will feel like but I am better prepared to cope thanks to your tips! Well done!

[caley]

youve inspired me to want to swim in cold places. The views would be amazing

[tommulders]

I love how practical this is. So many good suggestions.

[LomoWatersport]

Great video, great information, camera work, sound and editing. Loved it.

[RPA]

I'm swimming Lake Windermere next year in August and will be in the water for over 5 hours. I'm concerned I may start grtti g cold although many swim in skins. The temperature will be between 16c to 18c. Do you think I'm wise to invest in the Blue Seventy thermal wetsuit and wrap up incase I get chills? It would make it painful to swim whilst feeling chilly.
Thank you for your advice!

[mcollins]

Nice video, and some good new tips. Thank you! We've purchased the same wetsuits as you have, and the whole kit should arrive early next week. I live by the water in beautiful British Columbia and am excited to soon be in it - rather than just looking at it. Fingers crossed everything fits, as the try several / return all but one option doesn't really exist here.

[corinnes]

Appreciate this video. Tired of all the "I don't need/want a wetsuit" open water swimming videos. Without a wetsuit I'm down to 20 minutes in the water this time of year (northern New England, USA). Every time I think about getting a wetsuit I see some video with a person telling me they just swim in a bathing suit year round. After watching this video, I'm getting a wetsuit and some proper gear so that I can reasonably enjoy cold water swimming. Thank you for keeping it real!

[DevonNorrex]

Hey, realy good Video. I tried your - warm water inside of the wetsuit before swimming- tip from the other video^^ it feels like cheating, but i will never go out without :) thank you very much and stay safe! Greetings from Bavaria/ GER. Christian