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Would you wear a Dry Robe as a coat?

117 replies

OffOnMyHols · 22/08/2023 17:24

Just back from my holiday by the sea where I have seen lots of people wearing Dry Robes. They’ve mainly been on the beach after surfing or swimming but I’ve seen a fair few in the town being worn as long coats. I really like them especially the camo ones with the pink lining but just not sure if I would look a total twat as I’m definitely not a wild swimmer and would be wearing it for dog walking and just generally.

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Shady23 · 23/08/2023 20:47

I have this one but only use it for after swimming (not near the coast but swim in rivers and reservoirs etc)

https://www.regatta.com/adult-changing-robe-cactus-camoflauge-1/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI766b18XzgAMVMIlQBh29QDEAQYASABEgLjdPD_BwE

liveforsummer · 23/08/2023 20:50

There is a similar style for horse riding etc called equidry. Aren't the most attractive but they are warm, long and very waterproof. Lots of dog walkers wear them too.

Livinginanotherworld · 23/08/2023 20:53

Seems weird to me unless you live by the coast and could be going for a swim. A bit like men wearing football shirts when they haven’t kicked a ball for 30 years. They are are getting a bit of a chavvy reputation.

Lordofmyflies · 23/08/2023 20:54

Not a chance! I wear one on top of my swimsuit when I go for a swim at the beach and stick it back on post swim. Wouldn't wear it over clothes. And I reckon that RED does a far better version than dry robe now.

PiIsAReallyLongNumber · 23/08/2023 20:56

I have a Moon Wrap and got it for after river/sea swimming but I also use it for dog walking.
It's warm, has a good sized hood and lovely deep pockets (for poop bags 😅).

I wouldn't be without it

Bichonmum · 23/08/2023 20:56

liveforsummer · 23/08/2023 20:50

There is a similar style for horse riding etc called equidry. Aren't the most attractive but they are warm, long and very waterproof. Lots of dog walkers wear them too.

I was a bit gutted that I saw the equidry after I'd bought a dry robe.

I don't really want to wear my dry robe round the horses in case it started to smell and i expect it would flap to much to ride in.

elastamum · 23/08/2023 21:02

I have a friend who rides in an enquiry robe, but she has a very safe horse. I wouldn't last five minutes on mine, she would be horrified!

Livinginanotherworld · 23/08/2023 21:02

SeriouslyStressed · 23/08/2023 20:17

This whole thread is full of small minded people desperately trying to show that they are somehow "better" than people who choose a certain type of outer garment. It's full on curtain twitching petty judgment.

Seriously, who cares what other people wear or what other people think of their clothing choice?

And what is the opposition to the phrase "wild swimming"? It's an accurate description for a popular activity. What else would you call it? "Open water swimming" is also used, is that somehow better? Wild swimming is less syllables so it's quicker to say.

I just call it swimming

elastamum · 23/08/2023 21:03

Equidry....

Bichonmum · 23/08/2023 21:08

elastamum · 23/08/2023 21:02

I have a friend who rides in an enquiry robe, but she has a very safe horse. I wouldn't last five minutes on mine, she would be horrified!

I did think if I bought one it would encourage me to ride more in bad weather 😂

Don't they have straps that fasten to the legs to stop them flapping around? I think mine would be ok with that.

Setyoufree · 23/08/2023 21:09

Perfect for the rugby sidelines so you'll find me wearing mine every weekend. Also I couldn't give a shit if someone thinks it makes me look stupid or chavvy, I'm warm and dry so not bothered!!

liveforsummer · 23/08/2023 21:18

elastamum · 23/08/2023 21:02

I have a friend who rides in an enquiry robe, but she has a very safe horse. I wouldn't last five minutes on mine, she would be horrified!

I'd assume they have leg straps, although I've never asked but I ride out with a friend who has one. We both have spooky youngsters and that isn't a problem

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 21:26

SeriouslyStressed · 23/08/2023 20:17

This whole thread is full of small minded people desperately trying to show that they are somehow "better" than people who choose a certain type of outer garment. It's full on curtain twitching petty judgment.

Seriously, who cares what other people wear or what other people think of their clothing choice?

And what is the opposition to the phrase "wild swimming"? It's an accurate description for a popular activity. What else would you call it? "Open water swimming" is also used, is that somehow better? Wild swimming is less syllables so it's quicker to say.

Swimming.

SeriouslyStressed · 23/08/2023 21:26

@Livinginanotherworld ok but when you say "swimming" most people assume in a swimming pool.

The difference between the two is quite important if you are looking for locations, like-minded people, groups to join etc. otherwise it's a bit like being offended by people saying "table tennis" and telling them to just say "tennis"

LovefromPickles · 23/08/2023 21:28

And what is the opposition to the phrase "wild swimming"? It's an accurate description for a popular activity. What else would you call it? "Open water swimming" is also used, is that somehow better? Wild swimming is less syllables so it's quicker to say

The people I know who are genuine serious swimmers (I know people who have swam the Channel) just say swimming.

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 21:33

SeriouslyStressed · 23/08/2023 21:26

@Livinginanotherworld ok but when you say "swimming" most people assume in a swimming pool.

The difference between the two is quite important if you are looking for locations, like-minded people, groups to join etc. otherwise it's a bit like being offended by people saying "table tennis" and telling them to just say "tennis"

Table tennis and tennis are 2 separate sports with different equipment and different rules.

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 21:41

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 21:26

Swimming.

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But I don’t wear it when I’m going swimming indoors. The point of it is it’s (a) big enough to get changed under and (b) warm. Not things I need when swimming in my local council pool. ‘Wild swimming’ does the job of communicating specifically what I’m referring to - it’s just language.

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 21:42

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 21:33

Table tennis and tennis are 2 separate sports with different equipment and different rules.

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Errr yeah. I use quite different equipment when I’m swimming in Scotland in a loch in the winter than when I’m at my local indoor pool 🤣

ChocolateCakeOverspill · 23/08/2023 21:45

I wear mine as a winter dog walking coat because it’s perfect for the job. I’m aware that there’s a level of snobbery around them and that some people feel very territorial of them but frankly bollocks to them. I’m not going to get cold and wet or spend another load of money on a decent coat when I’ve got a perfectly good coat which will do. Plus it’s a lot of money to just wear on the (sadly) rare occasion that I get to go surfing or paddle boarding.

seven201 · 23/08/2023 22:35

I admit to thinking WTF when I see people wearing them in towns. I do quite want one for when at the beach though - they look very cosy.

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 22:36

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 21:42

Errr yeah. I use quite different equipment when I’m swimming in Scotland in a loch in the winter than when I’m at my local indoor pool 🤣

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Swimming in a swimming pool , swimming in a loch and swimming in the sea are all swimming. Table tennis and tennis are 2 different sports. Your analogy is false.

I wear exactly the same to swim in a swimming pool as I wear to swim in the sea.

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 22:38

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 21:41

But I don’t wear it when I’m going swimming indoors. The point of it is it’s (a) big enough to get changed under and (b) warm. Not things I need when swimming in my local council pool. ‘Wild swimming’ does the job of communicating specifically what I’m referring to - it’s just language.

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"wild swimming" certainly communicates something.

londonmummy1966 · 23/08/2023 22:44

All the mummies wear them round here - me too but I do swim outside all year round so it does get used to keep me warm in January when I get out of the icy pool... The camo one is lovely but becoming a bit of a cliche. Everyone turns up in them before winter runs as well.

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 22:54

NatashaDancing · 23/08/2023 22:36

Swimming in a swimming pool , swimming in a loch and swimming in the sea are all swimming. Table tennis and tennis are 2 different sports. Your analogy is false.

I wear exactly the same to swim in a swimming pool as I wear to swim in the sea.

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It wasn’t my analogy.

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 22:57

ChilliPB · 23/08/2023 22:54

It wasn’t my analogy.

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And gold star for you that you wear the same thing swimming in a pool that you wear in the sea ⭐️. Wow. I don’t, I wear a wetsuit in winter when I’m in a loch and the temps are close to zero, and take a tow float, as well as a brightly coloured hat - equipment you may or may not know is sometimes mandatory in open water (or ‘wild’ 😉) swimming competitions and events - like triathlons. Not in the pool though, as far as I know 😉😉