Expert Outdoor Advice & Buying Guides

Start your cold-water swimming journey with confidence. This beginner-friendly guide covers the key benefits of cold-water swimming, essential gear like changing robes, neoprene gloves, swim caps and tow floats, and the best beginner swim spots near Westport, Galway and Killarney. Discover where to dip, how to stay safe, and the top local seaside saunas to warm up afterwards. Dive in, gear up, and live outside this winter with Portwest – The Outdoor Shop.