游泳用品保養與選購
How to choose thermal clothing for swimming
A comprehensive introduction to the materials and styles of swimming thermal clothing
When swimming or engaging in outdoor activities in winter, choosing the right warm-up clothing can effectively prevent hypothermia and enhance comfort. Dolphin eShop offers a variety of TYR and Dolphin warm-up suits in three main material types: neoprene, fleece, and titanium-coated fabric. Here are detailed descriptions and recommendations for each option:
1. Gel coat style (Neoprene gel coat/jet pants)
Features:
- Made of neoprene, with a thickness of approximately 1.8mm–3.5mm
- Close to the body, the water layer is heated to create a warming effect
- Quick-drying and thick, suitable for training and cold water swimming pools
Representative products:
- TYR adult 1.8mm thermal gel coat/gel top
- TYR Women's 1.8mm Thermal Gel Jacket
- TYR Men's 3mm Thermal Gel Jacket Top
- TYR children's 3.5mm thermal jumpsuit
Applicable objects: Adult swimmers, youth swimming teams Applicable scenarios: Winter swimming pool, sea swimming, cold water training
2. Fleece Fleece Style (Fleece Fleece)
Features:
- The inner layer of fleece is soft and comfortable, and can effectively lock the air to form a thermal insulation layer to achieve a stable warmth retention effect.
- Some materials contain a PP barrier layer, which can effectively block the intrusion of water vapor and slow down the loss of body heat to achieve a warm effect.
- Partially adoptedHigh density fleece fabricMaterial design, the outer layer is elastic and water-repellent
Representative products:
- TYR adult fleece thermal trousers／Jacket
- TYR children's fleece thermal jacket／thermal pants / Thermal jumpsuit
Applicable objects: Children swimmers and those who lose body temperature easily Applicable scenarios: Wear for warm and cold swimming pools, autumn and winter courses, and when getting in and out of the water
3. Titanium coating style (0.5mm Titanium Coating)
Features:
- Adopting 0.5mm titanium coating technology with excellent temperature locking effect
- Three-layer structure combines warmth retention, sun protection and quick-drying functions
- Soft elastic material allows free movement
- Made of special titanium coating material, it is not buoyant, but can provide a thermal insulation effect comparable to 2.5mm gelcoat.
Representative products:
Applicable objects: children swimmer Applicable scenarios: Winter outdoor activities, cold water pool, beach games
4. Waterproof jacket style (padded jacket/water-repellent design)
Features:
- Thickened quilted structure, specially designed to keep warm after entering the water
- Water-repellent surface effectively blocks moisture and cold wind
- Loose cut, easy to put on and take off quickly, suitable for shore activities to keep warm after getting on the water
Representative products:
- TYR quilted swimming jacket for middle-aged children to adults
- TYR children's quilted hooded warm jacket
Applicable objects: All swimmers, coaches, and parents accompanying swimmers Applicable scenarios: Stay warm on the water, wait on the shore, and enjoy outdoor activities
Material comparison and purchasing suggestions (including mobility)
| style type | thickness | Warming effect | Applicable objects | Recommended use | Flexibility of hands and feet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gel coat style (Neoprene) | 1.8mm–3.5mm | 高 | Adult/Child | Cold water pool, training | 低 |
| Fleece style | Below 1.8mm | low middle | Adult/Child | Cold or warm swimming pool, training | 高 |
| Titanium coated version | 0.5mm | Middle to high | KIDS | Cold water pool, training | Middle to high |
| Sheung Shui warm style (quilted) | Thickened quilted | 高 | everyone | Keep warm after getting on the water and do activities on the shore | not applicable |
Note added:
- Flexibility of hands and feet: Evaluate the freedom of movement of the limbs after wearing it, which affects swimming efficiency and comfort.
- "High": The material is light and thin, with good elasticity, suitable for training and long-term activities.
- "Medium-high": It has strong warmth retention but still retains a certain degree of elasticity, suitable for training and general swimming pool activities.
- "Low": It may be buoyant and may restrict the movement of hands and feet. It is suitable for short-term training and activities.