When I first started swimming about six years ago, I bought TYR bathing suits. I had heard about the brand and it was basically between the TYR and the Speedo. I ended up buying both. After that, I just bought the TYR bathing suits because I loved the fit. The...
Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui Book Review
I was walking around a local bookshop in Nashville when I came across this book, Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui. I immediately snatched it up and took it to the register for purchase. Feeling totally obsessed with the water, I thought it may shed light on why I'm obsessed....
N-Joy Wetsuit Review
Get 15% off with a code at bottom of the post! I love the Sumarpo wetsuits. I have a few and each serves a purpose. The Vanguard is the thickest one and great for when the water is cool. I wore this one through October in the Northeast. The Race...
Swimming in the Snow
I went on a "blog trip" to Vista Verde Ranch in Steamboat. Following that, I stayed for a few extra days in Steamboat. Since my knee still isn't 100 percent and it was snowing badly the last couple of days, I decided to go swimming at the Old Towne Springs...
Zealios Changed Their Packaging!
Zealios, the maker of skin, hair and body creams for endurance athletes, recently changed the packaging on their products. Now, it's easier to take their products on the go! They make the following products: Lipguard - which is perfect for any time of the year to protect your lips; Betwixt...
Best Hand Paddles for Swimming | Sumarpo
I don't know about you, but I'm always on the lookout for a good hand paddle for swimming. I find that they are one of the best swim aids to help you really feel the catch. I like to use it in training. It helps me feel the water. Sumarpo...
FINIS Smart Goggle Review
As you know, I'm an original Google Glass explorer, so when a smart headset comes out, I want to try it out and see how it is. For me, wearables and endurance sports go hand and hand. That being said, I recently had the opportunity to check out the FINIS...
Sumarpo Race 4.0MM Yamamoto SCS Wetsuit
I was introduced to Sumarpo on Instagram. The company's marketing person reached out to me and asked me to review the women's Vanguard 5.0mm Yamamoto SCS Wetsuit. After looking at how inexpensive it was, I really didn't think I would like it. But once I tried it, I LOVED IT!...
Gifts for Runners and Triathletes | KTTAPE
KTTape is a great company that has more products than you count. It was best known for the KTTape for injury recovery. I've been using KTTape for years when my Achilles flares up. So, if you have a runner or triathlete that you want to buy a gift for this...
Last Days of Open Water Swimming for the Season
Last year, my open water season ended during the first week in November. At that time, the water was getting just too cold, even with a thermal wetsuit, booties, a hoodie, and gloves. This year, it was cut short because of the need for meniscus surgery. I swam until October...