Best kit bag for open water swimming? Yes I think it is.
I'm an open water coach, so I know the needs of an all-round bag that's really built for the weather and kit away from the confines of a pool. What do I love about this? It's 40L - big enough for my robe and towel, throwline, tow float and boots, goggles, spare layers and cap. Flasks and cake pocket too. The insulated mat is wipe-clean and large enough to actually work in all weather to keep feet and kit dry and warm. I work a fair bit in the hills, and this bag has well-designed rucksack straps that are comfy and configurable, with a neat whistle on the chest strap and, when it's all packed away, the separate pouch for wet kit is large enough for all the damp. I've tried a lot of kit bags - for me this is easily the best for my kind of swim adventures and will safely sit on the paddleboard as a rucksack for general 'paddle to hikes' too. Bag for life - this is it.