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OSS CHRISTMAS CRACKER 2021

Our annual crowdfunder is now live! Please make a pledge for a double win: keeping OSS online for another year, and a 1 in 70 chance of winning a present

Weatherproof Changing Robes: 2021 Kit Review

There’s really only one way to test out a new changing robe. Unfortunately, you’re going to have to get cold to do it properly…

READ THE REVIEW

MURKY WATERS: THE BATTLE FOR OUR RIVERS

Who owns our local waterways?

THE ART OF SWIMMING WITH SHARKS

Miriam Sentler hoped to encounter a basking shark, but swimming taught her to leave expectations behind.

WINTER KIT GUIDE 2021

Apnea hoods, thermal wetsuits and wool: the OSS Team share their new and favourite winter swimming accessories

OSS EVENTS 2022

Save the dates for the 2022 OSS Events

THE OUTDOOR SWIMMER’S CODE

How to respect the natural environment and be a responsible swimmer

OSS CHRISTMAS SHOP NOW OPEN

Stocking fillers, cosy comforts, and quality specialist gear

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WEATHERPROOF YOUR SWIMMING: CHOP AND WIND

How to best prepare for choppy waters and head winds

Sharks, swell… and vegemite

Swimming Without a Trace

Planning a long river swimming adventure

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