The History of Swimwear
“Wool was virtually the only fiber that was available. While cotton was a booming business at the time it creates a denser fiber than wool and does not have any of wool’s natural water-repelling capabilities.” (Image: Buster Crabbe, 1932 Olympic gold medalist, 400m freestyle)
Jolyn Fashion Photo Vault, January Lookbook
Courtesy of Jolyn Swimwear & Clothing Company, a SwimSwam partner.
History of the Swimming Pace Clock
The Palm Beach Scientific Training Group poses with the world’s first swimming pace clock at the Palm Beach rock pool north of Sydney, Australia in 1946.
Make Practice Twice The Fun with Dolfin String Back Reversibles!
Dolfin String Back Reversibles are a great way to maximize your style and your dollar. Wear it on the print side, and watch how many compliments you get on the bold patterns!
How to Use the VASA Swim Trainer to Become a Smarter and Stronger Swimmer
This guest column was provided by and is courtesy of VASA, a SwimSwam partner, and Matt Kredich, the 2013 Swammy Award winning College Coach of the Year.
Dolfin Signs Olympic Medalist Haley Anderson
Anderson: “I’m excited to partner with Dolfin to make my dream of becoming a professional swimmer a reality. I loved their suits since I started swimming and I’m excited to start my journey towards the next Olympics with them.”
What are the Advantages of Strapless Paddles
The paddle is nothing new to the swimming community. You can find a pair in just about every size and shape imaginable if you take the time to shop around. So what makes a paddle good and what makes a paddle bad?
#swimhacks: Wash Your FINIS Snorkel in the Dishwasher
Tera van Beilen washed her snorkel in the dishwasher tonight; try it with yours to clear out the old gunk and mold.
What is the Head Strong Posture Trainer?
Have you heard of the Head Strong Posture Trainer but are not really sure what it is, what it does, and how it can make you a faster swimmer? Watch this short video and have all of your questions answered!
How to pick a Monofin
The Monofin is a unique and specialized piece of training equipment. Here’s how to pick out the Monofin design that works for you.
FINIS Vapor Launches January 2014, Video Teaser
The Vapor tech suit uses hydro-reflective technology to repel water and increase your optimal efficiency.
Add Pace Pal to your Workouts, Stayed Focused in Training
If you’re in intense practices or just swimming to stay fit, this portable, underwater pace clock is ideal.
Swim Like A Champion Photo Vault: Behind the Scenes
SwimSwam got a peek behind the scenes at the “Swim Like A Champion” production shoot thanks to the Fitter and Faster Tour presented by SwimOutlet.com.
SwimOutlet.com Adds Triathlete Jarrod Shoemaker to Athlete Roster
SwimOutlet.com, the web’s most popular swim shop, has added triathlete Jarrod Shoemaker to its athlete roster for 2014 as an in-house content contributor for such topics as expert guides, product reviews, training tips and other triathlon-related information.
Swim Like A Champion, Not your Typical Instructional Video Series
Since Saturday, December 7th, a lot of elite swimmers have been tweeting and posting cryptic messages to Facebook, teasing that something is coming soon. That something is out, the Swim A Like Champion Video Series courtesy of the Fitter and Faster Tour presented by SwimOutlet.com.
