Choose the right swimming equipment to avoid frustration
There are the basics that everyone needs, like a swim suit, swim goggles and probably also a swim cap.
Then there is the equipment that you need as a beginner and then don’t need anymore when you are more experienced; a good example of this being swim fins.
Equally, there is the swimming equipment that an experienced swimmer may make good use of and that would be inadequate for a beginner. A tempo trainer for example will let the advanced swimmer practice his stroke regularity and speed while the beginner is most likely better off working on his swimming technique.
Then there’s the gear which can be categorized as nice-to-have, such as for example waterproof MP3 players.
So feel free to browse the articles below that will help you decide which accessories are right for you.
Swim Caps
Choosing the right swim cap can be difficult when you stand in front of them at the sport store. Swim caps seem to come in a multitude of colors, sizes, shapes and materials. This article will help you to pick the swim cap that best suits your needs.
Silicone Swim Cap Characteristics, Advantages and Disadvantages: This article discusses the characteristics of a silicone swim cap as well as its advantages and disadvantages.
Latex Swim Cap Characteristics, Advantages and Disadvantages: Explains the pros and cons of a latex swim cap. Also highlights some of the differences with other kinds of swim caps, namely silicone and lycra swim caps. Knowing this can be especially helpful if you are a beginner and wonder which kind of cap you should get.
Lycra Swim Cap Characteristics, Advantages and Disadvantages: This article discusses the characteristics of a lycra swim cap to help you decide if this is the right kind of swim cap for you.
Choosing a Long Hair Swim Cap: This article gives some advice about choosing a long hair swim cap. Discusses swim cap uses, materials and shapes that suit long hair.
Swimming Goggles
How to Choose the Best Swimming Goggles: If you are a novice, choosing the best swimming goggles for your needs can be a frustrating experience if you don’t know what to look for. This article gives you some tips so that you can make an informed decision the next time you are out to buy new swimming goggles.
Nose Clips / Nose Plugs
Swimming Nose Clips – Advantages and Shortcomings: Nose clips are those little pieces of bent wire padded with rubber that you can stick on your nose. They squeeze the nose so that the nostrils are kept shut and water is kept out. They have their advantages and shortcomings, which are discussed in this article.
How To Wear Swimming Nose Plugs: Swimming nose plugs (nose clips) are small devices designed to be worn on the nose and that keep the water out. If you have never used them before, you might be wondering how nose clips should be worn. This depends on the type of nose clip you bought.
When and How to Use Swim Paddles: You’ve certainly seen swim paddles at the pool before, as many seasoned swimmers use them. And now that you’ve been swimming for a while you wonder if you should get them too. You’ve figured out that they should allow to strengthen your shoulders and make you swim faster. But are they really such a good idea?
Swimming With Fins – Using Swim Fins To Learn How To Swim: Swimming with fins can help you to learn a new swim stroke or to improve your swimming technique. This article helps you choose the correct ones and describes a few uses of fins.
Finis Swimmer’s Snorkel Review: A review of the Speedo / Finis swimmer’s snorkels. Snorkel design, how to put on the snorkel, breathing, swimming with the snorkel, snorkel uses, etc.