Adventure Kit Hire Blogs

C-Monsta Wetsuit Hanger: the thing you thought you would never need
"Something to make drying my wetsuit easier," they said. "Don't be daft," I replied.  "I have got a radiator for that" and what clearer sign is there that you are a committed wild swimmer than to have every radiator in your...
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Yonda Spook Wetsuit Review
The Yonda Spook Wetsuit is a great all round wetsuit for open water swimming and other water sports but the range of sizes it is available in and its suitability for swimming breaststroke make it one of our favourites. Key features...
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All hail wetsuit hire
Finding a wetsuit that fits, is in budget and suits your stroke can be a headache. Hiring is a great solution for many reasons.   Angus Greenwood of Yonda Sports and Sarah Denness of Tri Wetsuit Hire have a lot in common. Both...
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Burley D’Lite X review
Find out whether the Burley D’Lite X multi-sport trailer is right for you, your little people and your activities. Here’s everything you need to know The Burley D’Lite X is one of the most versatile, durable and lightweight multi-activity trailers...
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Out n About Nipper Sport review
Will the Out n About Nipper Sport suit you, your little one and your running or hiking destination? Here’s everything you need to know.   The Out n About Nipper Sport is one of the best value running strollers available...
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Swim Secure Safety Tow Float Elite
I have had this tow float for a few months now and have tried it both in the sea and in the river and its great. It makes a swimmer visible, even from a distance, and one thing I like...
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How To Measure For A Wetsuit
Getting the right wetsuit size can be difficult, it is not as easy as just picking a size 14 off the rail. We need 5 key measurements in order to give you the best fitting wetsuit we can! If you're...
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Are you struggling to find a waist belt that is big enough?
Are you struggling to find a dry bag/tow float waist belt that is big enough? Don’t worry – we have a solution! Imagine, you have your wetsuit hire, your thermal accessories (if necessary), you have checked the weather and you’re...
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Burley Baby Snuggler
What is a Burley Baby Snuggler? Soft and Snuggly. The Baby Snuggler™ keeps your littlest traveler secure when jogging or strolling.   Key Features of Burley Baby Snuggler? Machine washable Thick side padding for comfort and support Lumbar support pad for...
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Burley FAQs
Does the Hamax thru axle work with a Burley trailer? TBC Does the Burley Baby Snuggler work with the Dlite X trailer? TBC Does the Jogger Kit work with the Honey Bee? The Jogger Kit is not compatible with the Honey Bee because...
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Saris H3: Common Issues
What goes wrong with the Saris H3 Direct Drive Turbo Trainer? 1. Top Hat IssueOvertightening of the axle end caps can cause the top hat spacer to snap and crumble (like the image below).  The top hat sits behind the...
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Can You Swim Breaststroke in a Wetsuit?
This is one of our most frequently asked question! Why is it impossible to swim breaststroke in most wetsuits? We don’t like to think of it as impossible but it will definitely make your life more difficult and lessen your enjoyment if...
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Hamax Baby Insert - Update
Hamax have updated their Baby Insert for 2022.    Current Model The current model is Grey. This insert only fits the Outback and Avenida. Link to old model: here  Current Model The current model is Black. This insert fits ALL...
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Jogging Stroller Advice: Burley D'lite X vs Out n About Nipper Sport
Are you trying to decide between a dedicated stroller which is just for strolling/jogging (such as, the Out n About Nipper Sport) and a bike trailer which converts to a jogging stroller (such as the Burley D’lite X)? The Out...
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Aquasphere Aquaskin Wetsuit Review
We have recently reviewed the Aquasphere Aquaskin wetsuit. This review is on the version 3 model which was released in 2021. What are the wetsuit's key features? The wetsuit is made from a 1.5mm glide skin neoprene which allows for...
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Burley Thru Axles- Updates for 2022
Burley have updated their Thru Axle range for both their standard and Coho thru axles, We wanted to summaries in the table below:   Old Code Old Product Name New Code New Product Name UPC CODES  TRAILER THRU AXLE INFO...
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Boost Biosecurity: Why washing your wetsuit is good for the environment
See the term ‘biosecurity’ and you would be forgiven for thinking that you had stumbled across yet another COVID related article about handwashing or lateral flow tests. But no, these next 2 minutes of reading are all about the importance...
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To lube or not to lube?
Lube or to give it its full name, lubricant does pretty much what it says on the tin or roll on. It lubricates.  Having long played a role in the history of swimming with channel swimmers regularly lubing up with a...
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Travel with a smart trainer - any advice?
Our guide for travelling with a smart trainer How to package? Original packaging - usually cardboard. This option is the cheapest however the original cardboard is only likely to last 1 or 2 trips. We would also recommend some extra...
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Wild Swimming Christmas Gift Guide
Seasoned wild swimmer or perhaps this is your first year, what better reason to add some water themed gifts to your or somebody else’s Christmas List. Here at Tri Wetsuit Hire we came up with our favourites (big hint Father...
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Cold Water Swimming – Does it tingle your toes, float your boat?
Have you felt the tingle of cold water exhilaration yet? Wild swimming has exploded in popularity in recent years – with many people drawn to it for the mental health benefits, have you felt the tingle yet? As an Open Water Swim...
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