The Scotsman names the Lotic in their 'Outdoor Swimming Essentials' list.

By Nick Moyle 23 Jun 2021

The Scotsman names the Lotic in their 'Outdoor Swimming Essentials' list.

It’s thick enough to keep the cold at bay for a while, without making you feel stiff limbed, and attention to buoyancy in the design helps lift your lower body in a way that makes your swim more efficient.

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