Osprey Adult Changing Robe, Waterproof Changing Robe, Swimming and Beach Robe, Unisex, Maroon

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The robe looks good enough to wear as an oversized coat and I felt comfortable getting a coffee in it after a recent winter surf. Here is the guide to Dryrobe sizes. Dryrobe Size Guide – Adult Dryrobe size guide for adults – small, medium, large and extra large Dryrobe Size Guide – Kids Dryrobe size guide for kids – ages 5-9, 10-14 short sleeve and long sleeve 10-14 I can still remember the first time I saw somebody use a poncho towel. I was sitting with my wife watching the waves, as our kids had fallen asleep while we’re on a drive and thought why not pull up and enjoy watching other surfers at work? Versatility: I love the look of this so personally would use it outside of the beach/sea swims. Due it’s warmness you can also use in lots of other environments like camping, sporting events, marathons.

Vivida is a fairly new entry to the world of changing robes but are a successful brand in their own right, particularly with their poncho towel robes. Having a well made zip (that will last for years) and a handy pull cord makes doing your changing robe up as painless as possible – all the more important when your hands might be freezing cold and you want to keep your zip faffing time to a minimum. Another advantage of the the changing robe is that it works well anytime of day. For example, you might pop it on to take the dog for a walk on a wet day in the UK. Why wouldn’t you? It’s going to keep you warm and dry, whilst also allow you to carry your pooper scooper! You would look slightly odd walking the dog in a poncho towel. How Can I Stay Warm At The Beach? There will be no accidental or embarrassing slip-ups where you show off a little too much skin to strangers at the lake. Instead, you get a nice, insulated space that protects you from the elements while you strip and redress. Who Are They Good For? Look out also for a reversible zip – this means you can also do the zip up from the inside, which again can be preferable keeping your hands dry and warm while you get zipped up! ShapeThe outside shell of this recycled changing robe is made of two-layer DWR recycled Nylon, and the inside is made of 100% recycled fleece.

The Charlie McLeod robe does benefit from a push-button fastening on the sleeve so you can plug any gaps and stop the wind draught! ZipVoited have taken a slightly different approach to their changing robes, compared to Gorilla, Vivida and Dryrobe. Instead of the synthetic woolly fleece inner lining, Voited have opted to use different materials depending on its placement and use. That being said, if the poncho towel is the prince of changing gear then, the changing robe is King!

Bear in mind that with short sleeved robes you will get gusts of winds up your arms! Full length zip front The two-way zippers make it easy to give yourself more room as you change. The lining is made of synthetic lambswool meant to soak up moisture so you and your clothes can dry faster. The outer fabric is weather resistant.Gorilla Robes is a top-quality brand that I think is one of the best and cheapest Dryrobe alternatives. Gorilla Robes are offer great value for money and it’s by far the easiest changing robe to actually get changed in. This is a high end robe with excellent features and lined with sherpa fleece for keeping warm and soaking up moisture. However, their prices tend to be higher due to the quality, so if you want a cheaper robe for getting in and out of the outdoor pool or changing after a long bike ride, then you would probably do fine with a more affordable product. Seashell Changing Robe This product was designed by outdoor enthusiasts in Scotland, so they probably know a thing or two when it comes to protecting oneself from the elements. It comes with a pleasant two way zip that makes closing the robe an easy task, even when your hands are cold from your cold water swim.

While this will protect you from the wind and rain while you are changing, it will not be as warm as the Red Paddle Co or Northcore robes, so it should probably be used only in summer or during light weather. What are Waterproof Changing Robes? The weather-resistant Dryrobes give you plenty of room for changing, have lots of places to squirrel away items, and are among the most trusted brands. Gorilla waterproof changing robes are also quite long, which provides as much body cover as possible to keep you toasty and warm. Red Paddle Co Changing Robe Microfiber or towel-lined waterproof changing robes are designed to absorb water and get you dry faster, while fur-lined ones are not as useful for drying off but can keep you warm while you wait to swim or after you dry off. You can then protect your extremities. There are wetsuit beanies, wetsuit boots, wetsuit gloves and changing mats specifically designed to protect your wetsuit after your session has finished.All of these products are worthwhile investments, depending on your sport and goals for the product. I do a lot of swimming all year round, so investing into a poncho towel was great. I have a towel that works on the beach, but also something to take to the swimming pool and use there too.