Outdoor Swimmer | January/February 26
Dive into the Jan/Feb issue of Outdoor Swimmer, where freedom, connection, and discovery meet in every stroke. This issue explores the Right to Swim, examining access, safety, and belonging in open water. From thought-provoking conversations with campaigners and academics to inspiring initiatives shaping the next generation of swimmers, we spotlight how confidence, care, and community are transforming outdoor swimming.
Olympic swimmer Alice Dearing joins as a coaching contributor, guiding readers through endurance, challenge, and ambition, while Gear Editor Jo Tinsley keeps you warm with winter swim essentials. Our travel supplement invites you to step beyond the familiar, experiencing the rare calm and focus that comes from swimming in new waters. Discover horizons that slow time, deepen connections, and recharge both body and mind.
Whether advocating for access, chasing adventure, or simply savoring the quiet joy of a swim, this issue is your call to dive in—and make 2026 the year of extraordinary swimming.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Outdoor Swimmer January/February 26.