Dry Robe or similar?

[CaptainCarrotsBigSword]

Not really stylish or beautiful 😂 I admit but I have started doing some outdoor swimming and I would like to get a changing robe of some kind.

I am just wondering if I should go for the classic dry robe or if there are other good options? I want it to be as long as possible as I am just under 6ft, and as warm as possible!

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MNHQ

Dry robe.
ruggarobe
lots of the sports shops do them - rugbystore for example had some on sale

Vinted for one.

The passenger ones are less bulky than dry robes.

Red Equipment, about the same price as a Dry Robe but I think they have better features and a nicer range of colours.

I've looked on vinted but the only actual dry robes are still £100 or more and if I'm spending that I'd rather buy a new one.

I do a lot of sea swimming and I can't bring myself to buy a dry robe. With the polyester fleece inside are they not just clammy?

Saltrock

https://euroskateshop.uk/annox-change-robe-ls.html

These look quite good, what do you think?

I never bothered. Just used a towelling poncho to dry and change as fast as possible into warm clothing and a warm coat. I did try someone else's dry robe but it was all scritchy and I didn't like the feel of it.

You need to find a change routine that works for you. You don't want to be faffing about getting cold. Change mat down, everything off and into wet container, dry off, disinfect hands, wash face, rinse mouth, clothes on, nice cup of tea and some cake. Done in 5 mins.

Also check out brand alley and sport pursuit. They both had discounted versions over the winter.