Here’s the List Every Swimmer Needs
Don't be that swimmer that forgets their undies.
Again.
Whether you're heading to squad training, a solo lap session, or a weekend ocean dip, these are the swim bag staples you don’t want to forget. Not sure what you’re forgetting? We made a list for you!
The Must-Haves:
- Goggles: Non-negotiable. Bonus points for a backup pair that hasn’t been living at the bottom of your bag since 2022. Our favourites are the FINIS Tide Goggles.
- Towel: Preferably dry. Preferably not the size of a tea towel.
- TRISWIM Swim Cap: Your lane partner will thank you. Your hair will too.
- TRISWIM Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash: Because you didn’t train this hard to smell like chlorine all day.
- Water Bottle: Hydrate or shrivel up. Either way, you need it.
- Post-swim snack: Banana. Protein ball. Entire packet of Shapes. No judgement.
The “You’ll Miss Me When I’m Gone” Items:
- Comb or Hairbrush: Why is this the one thing we always forget?! Every. Single. Time.
- Sliders or thongs (the feet kind): Wet change rooms + bare feet = regrettable life choices.
- TRISWIM Lotion: For when your skin screams “help” post-chlorine.
- Foggies Anti-fog Wipes: Or spit. But let’s keep it classy and use something that actually works.
- Spare undies: Because soggy swimmers under jeans = rough times.
Honourable Mentions for the Extra-Prepared:
- Nose clip: No judgement. If it helps, pack it.
- Ear plugs: Especially if you're still haunted by last week’s surprise water-in-ear incident.
- Bag with a compartment for wet gear: Or risk baptising everything in your tote. We love the JAYD Swimwear Backpack for this feature.
- Extra hair tie: Because the only thing worse than your hair getting in your face or under your arm while swimming is trying to wrestle with the knotty aftermath.
- A good playlist: For hyping yourself up, tuning out noise, or pretending you’re in a training montage.