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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Anyone done it and got any tips?

Off to my first session this morning so thinking of what I need to pack for after!

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By *bi HaiveMan
Forum Mod
over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

If it's anything like the open water down here you'll need a pressure washer to clean all the crap and mud off when you've finished........

And maybe a geiger counter to check for radiation too.

A

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Go almost every day, are you planning sea or river /lakes?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A hot drink ,wooly hat something to wrap up in ! Enjoy and have fun

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Anyone done it and got any tips?

Off to my first session this morning so thinking of what I need to pack for after!"

Yes I have done a lot of open water swims, it really depends and how long you are planning on staying in, take your warmest clothing, something you can put on quickly,not things you have to faff about getting on.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Go almost every day, are you planning sea or river /lakes? "

In a lake. It's an organised session with safety kayaks etc.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"A hot drink ,wooly hat something to wrap up in ! Enjoy and have fun "

Oh I forgot about a hat. Good shout!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Make sure you have eaten prior to going so your body has resources.

Swim in a group especially if you are in unchecked waters.

If you are swimming in white water then wear a life-jacket.

Of course goose-fat smeared over your body if it will be cold and it will help but is a mess getting it off and there is no decent vegetarian/vegan equivalent.

Take a warm towel.

Have hot drinks on hand for when you are done.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Make sure you have eaten prior to going so your body has resources.

Swim in a group especially if you are in unchecked waters.

If you are swimming in white water then wear a life-jacket.

Of course goose-fat smeared over your body if it will be cold and it will help but is a mess getting it off and there is no decent vegetarian/vegan equivalent.

Take a warm towel.

Have hot drinks on hand for when you are done."

Definitely not white water!

Have had some porridge already so I'm good on that front.

Just packing all of the warm things for after lol

I don't expect I'll be on long. I did a very brief river dip a few years ago on New year's Day.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

But why? Im genuinely curious?

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"But why? Im genuinely curious? "

Why not. Also genuinely curious.

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By *otwifingVixenCouple
over a year ago

Northants

I take lots of layers I can put on easily so no complicated tops or fastenings etc! I quite frequently don't bother putting underwear back on as it's difficult to fasten a bra for example especially under a changing robe!

I always have a hot drink ready to have when dressed. And something to eat - flapjack or similar as digesting the food helps to warm your body back up.

And I take an old towel or bathmat to stand on while changing to stop having to stand on the cold ground.

Have a great swim!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Ok. I thought I had a sensible Speedo swimming costume but all I have is a bright yellow one with lovely lace up detail in the front

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"I take lots of layers I can put on easily so no complicated tops or fastenings etc! I quite frequently don't bother putting underwear back on as it's difficult to fasten a bra for example especially under a changing robe!

I always have a hot drink ready to have when dressed. And something to eat - flapjack or similar as digesting the food helps to warm your body back up.

And I take an old towel or bathmat to stand on while changing to stop having to stand on the cold ground.

Have a great swim! "

Amazing. Thank you xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's like army sayings are coming true.

Doggy paddling across a freezing cold, filthy pond on a training ground, you had to wade through mud in your pants to get in carrying a load of crap your not going to use..

And while your halfway across, with blue lips, numb fingers and balls that have withdrawn, some dry senior NCO wandering around on one side in his warm softy and wind proof would stand there, hands in front pockets and shout "LOOK HAPPY CIVIES PAY TO DO THIS!"

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

OP - I regularly swim in the Avon just a few miles down stream from Evesham. Water is warming up now and it is great to swim naked.

Watch out for the boats is my only suggestion

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By *r TriomanMan
over a year ago

Chippenham Malmesbury area

This is very interesting, I maybe tempted to give this a I try. Should you wear something on your feet whilst swimming? And, if so what?

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"It's like army sayings are coming true.

Doggy paddling across a freezing cold, filthy pond on a training ground, you had to wade through mud in your pants to get in carrying a load of crap your not going to use..

And while your halfway across, with blue lips, numb fingers and balls that have withdrawn, some dry senior NCO wandering around on one side in his warm softy and wind proof would stand there, hands in front pockets and shout "LOOK HAPPY CIVIES PAY TO DO THIS!"

"

Cool

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"This is very interesting, I maybe tempted to give this a I try. Should you wear something on your feet whilst swimming? And, if so what?"

Oh swim shoes!

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By *iscean_dreamMan
over a year ago

Llanelli

Keep your mouth closed, you definitely don't want to swallow a floater

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"OP - I regularly swim in the Avon just a few miles down stream from Evesham. Water is warming up now and it is great to swim naked.

Watch out for the boats is my only suggestion "

Gosh. Imagine a propeller to your chopper?!

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

When I used to canoe we always had a bottle of full fat after to kill the bugs if you swallow the water.

However probably bullshit but was nice to drink afterwards.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just be careful if its in the river.

I have a boat on the Thames and sometimes its really hard to see swimmers.

If you can wear one of those markers / buoys that float on the surface behind you.

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By *entleman JayMan
over a year ago

Wakefield

I know three female Fabbers who are into this in my area. Not for me though.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

I really like it , wild swimming naked in winter on lakes and reservoirs . I think open water swimming is a bit different with wet or dry suits?

Can’t think of any tips other than enjoy it , it’s amazing , our skin will burn after when you get changed if the waters very cold , enjoy that moment and the health benefits, don’t have a heart attack or ashmatha attack , don’t get cramps and drown

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What part of the world op? In my experience there was snakes, wolf spiders and bears. Best Summer ever!

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By *ife NinjaMan
over a year ago

Dunfermline

Brrr.......I like my water hot, with bubbles, and in a tub.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

enjoy have a good time xx

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By *ust PeachyWoman
over a year ago

Prestonish

Hi op. Go for it! Haven’t swum in British waters/sea for some time so no tips I’m afraid. Swam in the Caribbean Sea every day on holiday and loved it. That was like a huge warm bath though.

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham


"OP - I regularly swim in the Avon just a few miles down stream from Evesham. Water is warming up now and it is great to swim naked.

Watch out for the boats is my only suggestion

Gosh. Imagine a propeller to your chopper?! "

It’s more the shouts you get when they are d*unk and realise you are naked. The Crown Jewels are definitely kept away from propellors!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham

I survived!

Loved it and manage to stay in for 50 minutes!

No wet or dry suit for me and hired a tow float and swim cap.

Swam about 700m but will do more next time as spent a lot of time chatting to my friends.

Now time for a sausage sarnie and a nap lol

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By *kyblue1878Couple
over a year ago

Southport

Regularly swim sea, lakes, docks as part of triathlon but invariably in a wetsuit, which makes it easier. Swim in skins when water temperature is too warm for wetsuit. If you're going to do it regularly then we'd highly recommend buying a dryrobe for immediately after getting out of the water.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Well done today, OP!

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By *ob rodMan
over a year ago

lancaster

Well done done it for years deffo buy a tow float get a de rent one for £15 they also have dry bag in them for keys

If u are going to stick with it primark in the bigger stores do there version of dry robe for £45

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get warm straight away when you get out. You might experience a bit of 'after drop' where you feel a bit dizzy or shaky.

Are you going with a group? Are you renting equipment? A tow float is a handy piece of kit.

Enjoy!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just saw the time on your op! Let us know how it went! Ate you now totally addicted?!

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By *riar BelisseWoman
over a year ago

Delightful Bliss


"I survived!

Loved it and manage to stay in for 50 minutes!

No wet or dry suit for me and hired a tow float and swim cap.

Swam about 700m but will do more next time as spent a lot of time chatting to my friends.

Now time for a sausage sarnie and a nap lol "

Well done Evie x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I survived!

Loved it and manage to stay in for 50 minutes!

No wet or dry suit for me and hired a tow float and swim cap.

Swam about 700m but will do more next time as spent a lot of time chatting to my friends.

Now time for a sausage sarnie and a nap lol "

Well done!

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By *ust PeachyWoman
over a year ago

Prestonish


"I survived!

Loved it and manage to stay in for 50 minutes!

No wet or dry suit for me and hired a tow float and swim cap.

Swam about 700m but will do more next time as spent a lot of time chatting to my friends.

Now time for a sausage sarnie and a nap lol "

Well done my lovely.

After a couple of years of being out of shape (menopause ) I’m back to swimming regularly at my gym. When I’ve built up some stamina I’ll take to the open water again - definitely a summer swimmer though.

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By *issy and GingeCouple
over a year ago

Poole

I had a swim at Studland last week and it was lovely. I thought it was going to be freezing as it’s been a while since I’ve been in but it wasn’t

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Absolutely fucking not

Good luck though, I'm sure you'll have a lovely time

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island


"I survived!

Loved it and manage to stay in for 50 minutes!

No wet or dry suit for me and hired a tow float and swim cap.

Swam about 700m but will do more next time as spent a lot of time chatting to my friends.

Now time for a sausage sarnie and a nap lol "

well done.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not a piss take but ear plugs . I found when training for triathlons I got seasick if it was windy and the water choppy. Something to do with the inner ear and balence. Worked a tread

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford

Only in the sea x

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

Lakes, rivers and the sea.

It's awesome

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Even in local lakes on a bad day

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By *ittle_brat_evie!! OP   Woman
over a year ago

evesham

So seems my Saturday morning parkrun has been replaced by swimming. Just need to find my goggles ready for the morning.

Tried a bit of front crawl last week and managed 3 whole laps of the lake (mostly breast stroke)

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By *liviaGTV/TS
over a year ago

Preston

Love swim with lingerie

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend


"So seems my Saturday morning parkrun has been replaced by swimming. Just need to find my goggles ready for the morning.

Tried a bit of front crawl last week and managed 3 whole laps of the lake (mostly breast stroke)"
I think you're emmencely brave

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm going for the fist time soon, I go swimming every day in the pool but I want a different challenge

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I found somewhere local that does this in a lake so I am geering myself up to have a go. Luckily the season is over now till about April so plenty of time to get used to the idea. I hate cold water but want to be able to swim places more wild than the baths so will be brave. And buy a really thick wetsuit.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A friend of mine lives and works up in the lakes and goes everyday, she's doing a 80 bay 80 day thing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I found somewhere local that does this in a lake so I am geering myself up to have a go. Luckily the season is over now till about April so plenty of time to get used to the idea. I hate cold water but want to be able to swim places more wild than the baths so will be brave. And buy a really thick wetsuit. "

Bought a wet suit the other day, and wet suit shoes,also get some luub for your neck to stop the rubbing on your neck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I found somewhere local that does this in a lake so I am geering myself up to have a go. Luckily the season is over now till about April so plenty of time to get used to the idea. I hate cold water but want to be able to swim places more wild than the baths so will be brave. And buy a really thick wetsuit.

Bought a wet suit the other day, and wet suit shoes,also get some luub for your neck to stop the rubbing on your neck"

Good tip thankyou. I hate clothes up round my neck at the best of times.

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By *bostCouple
over a year ago

glasgow

Really want to try this. Just wary that it might be way too cold just now in the Scottish lochs.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you are swimming in deep lochs/ lakes remember only about the first 5 feet beneath the surface heats up in summer . The rest stays freezing ( up in scotland that’s the case ) . River swimming is dangerous so always check the current ( can do this by throwing in a decent branch from tree etc )

Also try to do it with someone els there , if things go wrong and you are alone you you will be in trouble .

Outside of that enjoy as it’s brilliant . Stay safe

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I found somewhere local that does this in a lake so I am geering myself up to have a go. Luckily the season is over now till about April so plenty of time to get used to the idea. I hate cold water but want to be able to swim places more wild than the baths so will be brave. And buy a really thick wetsuit.

Bought a wet suit the other day, and wet suit shoes,also get some luub for your neck to stop the rubbing on your neck

Good tip thankyou. I hate clothes up round my neck at the best of times. "

There are special lubes just for this, just Google wet suit lube and you'll be fine

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By *hesblokeMan
over a year ago

Derbyshire village

Mrs C does this. She has a tow float bag, with a thermometer on it, to keep valuables in. Take a flask, and blankets and do let someone know where you're going if going alone.

Actually, don't go alone. Especially when it's cold.

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By *hosewhomgonakedCouple
over a year ago

Scotland

Anyone else keeping this up in the winter time?

We have still been getting in occasionally and it's still such a refreshing feeling.

The only difference is you begin to get cold the moment you take your clothes off not just getting in the water but once in its fine again.

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By *rtyIanMan
over a year ago

Gateway to the Beacons


"Anyone else keeping this up in the winter time?

We have still been getting in occasionally and it's still such a refreshing feeling.

The only difference is you begin to get cold the moment you take your clothes off not just getting in the water but once in its fine again. "

Yeah still in

Ice breaking on local pond this week

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By *huddahatMan
over a year ago

Nottingham

I enjoy wild swimming and generally being out in nature.

It's a really relaxing way to spend a summer afternoon.

I swim through the winters too. Not so relaxing. But incredibly invigorating and amazing for your focus and mental health.

#fabswimmers

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By *huddahatMan
over a year ago

Nottingham

I'm taking part in the Cambridge Slow Swim down the Cam on Saturday. Anybody else attending that would like a swim buddy , social or playmate. In or around Cambridge this Saturday.

#fabswimers

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