Wild Moose vs Change Robe vs Selkie changing robe review

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  • Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
  • Reviewing three changing robes: Wild Moose Robe, Change Robe Eco-Ultra and the Recycled Selkie Robe. It's great to see so much choice in the changing robe market. Here I try them all for size, look at their individual features and do my tow float stuff test to check whether they will fit in my tow float and if there would be room to close it. #outdoorswimming #changingrobe #outdoorlife
    Thank you to Change Robe, Selkie and Wild Moose for sending me the robes to review
    Filmed on Menai Bridge, using a GoPro Hero 10 and edited on an ipad using Lumafusion app.
    I am a UK size 18. I followed the manufacturers' recommended size from their size charts. These are the size robes I tested:
    Change Robe, size M changerobe.com/product/long-s...
    Recycled Selkie Robe, one size selkieswim.com/collections/re...
    Wild Moose, size M wild-moose.co.uk/products/cop...
    Other kit used in this video
    Lomo Swim-Run dry bag rucksack towfloat amzn.to/2YIRVYS
    Seagull T-shirt by Rapanui rapanuiclothing.com
    0:00 intro on Menai Bridge
    0:42 Thank you @UA-cam and @youtubecreators for my printed baseball jacket!
    2:23 All the robes
    2:43 Change Robe
    6:12 Selkie
    10:57 Wild Moose
    14:02 Tow float stuff test
    15:50 Bluetonic winter challenge - awaken your blue mind
    16:12 Thank yous
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 53

  • @selkieswimco4705
    @selkieswimco4705 Рік тому +5

    Thank you very much Rachel for putting our Recycled Robe to the test and we are happy that you liked it. We do know our sleeves are slightly wider than others, but this is because they can also be made shorter thanks to a velcro tab (something quite a lot of our customers said they liked to have when changing). Next time we will make sure they can be tied even tighter at the wrist though.

  • @gretelstonebridge2323
    @gretelstonebridge2323 Рік тому

    Thank you Rachel and I am pleased to see you are back! I have a friend who is raving about the Wild Moose robe! All of those your reviewed look excellent

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому

      They were all brilliant! There really is something for everyone 🏊‍♀️😀

  • @wildswimmingpoland2172
    @wildswimmingpoland2172 Рік тому +1

    Howdy Hi Rachel,
    Thx for your great job. I’m surprised by amount of dry robes in UK.
    All of them are good for the Polish condition.
    Cheers,
    Piotr

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Hi Piotr yes, there are more and more entering the market. I suspect they will slow down or maybe some interesting innovations will come through to differentiate their robe from the rest of the market. I hope you're staying warm after your Polish swims.

    • @wildswimmingpoland2172
      @wildswimmingpoland2172 Рік тому

      @@EverydayAthleteRach What a coincidence! Santa brought me an Annox change robe!

  • @CardboardTulips
    @CardboardTulips Рік тому +1

    It is certainly the weather to start considering changing robes, well timed ;) I’d really love videos on wild swimming in the winter, I need some motivation to get in!

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      I have a playlist on swimming in Winter if you take a look on my channel. Go for it 🏊‍♀️😀

  • @wildmooseuk
    @wildmooseuk Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the show and tell, Rach! 😁

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому

      No worries, thanks for putting your robe in for scrutiny. Loved the pink/blue combo!

  • @rebeccamandelos3164
    @rebeccamandelos3164 Рік тому

    Nice reviews. Beautiful view also !

  • @katysmith3571
    @katysmith3571 Рік тому

    Lovely to see you back Rachel! I’ve missed you the last couple of weeks! Hope you’re feeling better? I love your reviews! I already have a change robe but have found your other reviews really helpful. Just before Christmas is a great time to review kit! Santa is going to be busy I’m sure!!

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      I like to do them around this time of year - just when people are thinking about getting one. Hope you enjoyed the backdrop!

    • @katysmith3571
      @katysmith3571 Рік тому

      @@EverydayAthleteRach yes I did! If the bridge is closed to traffic how do cars get across…. Is there another bridge?

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      @@katysmith3571 yes there are 2 bridges 😀

  • @sparker9309
    @sparker9309 Рік тому +1

    Stunning location for a rather public robe review there (such nonchalant passers-by too)!
    Did you get a swim-swoosh through the Swellies afterwards?
    Those larger robes apparently make excellent overcoats for outdoor loafing & even wheelchair users too, so please always mention their waterproof capabilities.
    Great video as ever👌

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +2

      What a super angle, I never thought to mention their potential to wheelchair users. I always try to mention their weather-proofness, but maybe didn't quite spell it out this time. Sadly no swellies dip as I had to get to work. I did enjoy hanging out on the bridge and the fabulous views though. Only a few passers-by asked what I was up to.

  • @Franscampi
    @Franscampi Рік тому

    Lovely to see you again! I have just bought a Gorilla Robe, it is also made of recycled plastic bottles and has that soft feel to it. I was won over by the big front pocket which you can put a hot water bottle inside in the winter months! No front zip it’s a smock design which took a bit of getting used to but I love it now! Haven’t had a swim for 2 weeks due to choppy seas😢

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому

      It really has been wild recently hasn't it. I had to resort to finding a dip in the New Forest the other day. I love an over the head changing robe as ther's no messing about with zips. Glad you're pleased with yours x

  • @marycharlebois6627
    @marycharlebois6627 Рік тому

    That bridge is certainly spectacular, and the view at the end is awesome. Congrats on winning the UA-cam jacket with your channel name on it. It’s really snazzy!! These changing robes all look awesome!! We don’t seem to have them here in 🇨🇦, at least not that I’ve seen. I have seen a rubbery poncho type thing advertised for surfers to change out of their wetsuits (made in my province) but it doesn’t look very comfortable… who wants to wear a rubbery poncho after being wet & cold from swimming?? I love the look of these soft, warm and comfy robes. I think I’m in the market for one of these but I will have to be a more serious on-line shopper. Your tips and reviews are very helpful, thanks for the info and the demos… gotta love the lunge test!! I’m looking forward to more awesome videos from you throughout the winter Rachel. Stay warm. 🌎💦Ⓜary🏊‍♀

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Mary, I guess Canadians are so hardy the changing robe explosion has yet to reach you x

  • @joboyd9367
    @joboyd9367 Рік тому

    Stroking a mole 🤣 That made me laugh. Your reviews always great.

  • @nadiaswan1405
    @nadiaswan1405 Рік тому

    Fab jacket Rachel

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Nadia, I haven't worn it anywhere exept at home and on a video, maybe I should be a bit more bold! It is a cracker!

  • @helenheggadon6324
    @helenheggadon6324 Рік тому

    I love my swimzi robe
    Well done on dancing. 🎉

  • @heather6264
    @heather6264 Рік тому +1

    Quality lunging Rachel, always a pleasure to see 👍😂

  • @PoTSdysautonomia
    @PoTSdysautonomia Рік тому

    I just bought my husband a bleu bird robe and I went for the brakeburn because it goes to ankle length. Great room inside for changing and toasty warm. Pockets inside and out and on offer atm for 85 on their site. Bargain ❤

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Good length is great for draught blocking! Glad you found him one that suits!

  • @victorialane154
    @victorialane154 Рік тому

    I’m loving the lunging 😂

  • @easter256
    @easter256 Рік тому

    You have to try the D-Robe! It's so comfortable!!!

  • @sallyohalloran6650
    @sallyohalloran6650 Рік тому

    Thanks for your video...great location too.
    I have been wearing a swim wetsuit recently, as I am swimming in a mountain lake.
    Gone for a C Skins swim...Very comfy. Idea for a review?

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому

      Great to hear you've got a wetsuit, that can really mak all the difference sometimes. I wear mind for exploring. I have reviewed hiring one, but not an individual suit as they are so personal to body shape. I might have a think about it though. Thanks for the suggestion.

  • @caffeinekitty8983
    @caffeinekitty8983 Рік тому

    Great to see you back! One thing I have noticed in the group I swim with is such a huge difference in how well the robes handle rain - the rain has been non stop recently here and some of the robes seem to soak it up and get very heavy and take ages to dry out, but others it just runs off and they dry quickly - do you ever rain test/waterproof test the robes?

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +2

      I haven't come up with a decent test for that yet, but it is on my mind to do so - maybe with a load of volunteers and their robes?

    • @caffeinekitty8983
      @caffeinekitty8983 Рік тому

      @@EverydayAthleteRach well if you ever come over to Ireland I will definitely volunteer 😄

  • @dianaknight760
    @dianaknight760 Рік тому +1

    You don't mention money - are they all similarly priced ?

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Yes, deliberately not mentioned as we are at sale time. The usual price is around £125 for each of them.

  • @said0725
    @said0725 Рік тому

    Hi Rachel 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому +1

      Hey Said, how are you? Still swimming?

    • @said0725
      @said0725 Рік тому

      @@EverydayAthleteRach yes . Here in morrocco the sun☀ is always shined

  • @bjarneolsen6067
    @bjarneolsen6067 Рік тому

    My moonwrap zip doesnt work that well

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  Рік тому

      Is it that it is faulty or have you got sand or something in the teeth? If so using solid wax on the zip and running it up and down a couple of times can fix it.

  • @breizizel3256
    @breizizel3256 8 місяців тому +1

    Remember. ! : alls dry robe is made in china in the same factory .... ! If you want beleave that is écologique .... good courage 😢

    • @EverydayAthleteRach
      @EverydayAthleteRach  8 місяців тому

      Not all changing robes are made in China, although many are. Some are made in the UK, some in Ireland too.