DHB SWIM GLOVES

We’re usually big fans of Dhb’s unfussy approach to producing functional and affordable multisport kit, but we became really unstuck with the Swim Gloves from Wiggle’s in-house brand. While the Orca gloves here were nimble due to an extra thumb panel in the construction, the 3mm Dhb’s remained cumbersome throughout and we were all too conscious of having what felt like paddles on our hands for the entirety of our open-water swims. Which is a shame, as there are plenty of neat additions here to go with the welcome £16 price tag, including non-slip palm prints for climbing onto pontoons or jetties, hi-visibility spots and a tab for easy removal. And you could never accuse them of not being warm.