Cold Water Swimming Robes for Year-Round Swimmers

Cold water swimming can be brilliant. Getting changed afterwards with cold hands and wet swimwear isn't quite as enjoyable.

A Coucon gives you somewhere covered to change after your swim, with plenty of room to get out of wet kit and into warm, dry layers.

Get Changed Quickly After Your Swim

When your hands are cold, even getting dressed can feel difficult. The roomy fit gives you space to bring your arms inside and change out of wet swimwear or a wetsuit without trying to hold a towel in place.

Keep yours ready with your dry clothes before getting into the water so everything is easy to reach when you finish.

Protection From Wind and Rain

Coucon changing robes have a 10K waterproof outer with taped seams, a windproof finish and a soft lining for warmth and comfort.

They're useful after winter sea dips, early morning lake swims and other exposed swimming spots where you're getting changed outside.

Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve?

Long sleeves give you more coverage on colder days and when the wind picks up. Short sleeves give your arms more freedom and make it easier to bring them inside while changing.

Whichever style you choose, make sure there's enough room to change comfortably and pull on your warm layers underneath.

Get Warm After Cold Water Swimming

Your Coucon can make changing outside more comfortable, but getting out of wet clothing and into warm, dry layers should still be part of your post-swim routine.

Keep your clothes, towel and Coucon somewhere easy to reach before getting into the water, so you're ready to change as soon as you finish your swim.

FAQ

What is a cold water swimming robe used for?
A cold water swimming robe gives you somewhere sheltered to get changed after swimming in colder conditions. You can pull it on when you get out of the water, change out of wet swimwear underneath and wear it over your dry clothes while spending time outside. It's particularly handy for winter sea dips, lake swimming and outdoor swimming spots without changing facilities.
Can a changing robe help you warm up after cold water swimming?
A changing robe can help shelter you from the wind and rain while you get changed, but it shouldn't be your only way of warming up. After a cold water swim, dry yourself off, remove wet clothing and put on warm, dry layers promptly. You can then wear your Coucon over your clothes for extra protection while you warm up gradually.
Are cold water swimming robes waterproof?
Coucon changing robes have a waterproof outer layer designed to help keep rain out. They're also windproof, making them useful for exposed beaches, lakes and rivers where the weather can change quickly. They're made for wearing on land before and after swimming, rather than for use in the water.
Can I change out of my wetsuit underneath a cold water swimming robe?
Yes, Coucon changing robes have a roomy fit that gives you space to pull your arms inside and change underneath. You can remove your wetsuit or wet swimwear and get into dry clothes without struggling to keep a towel wrapped around yourself. It's particularly useful when your hands are cold and there aren't any changing facilities nearby.
What should I wear after cold water swimming?
After cold water swimming, it's important to get out of wet clothing and into warm, dry layers promptly. Have a towel, loose-fitting clothes, warm socks and a hat ready before you get in. A changing robe gives you somewhere sheltered to change and can be worn over your dry clothes afterwards. A warm drink and somewhere sheltered to sit can also be useful while you warm up gradually.