Wild Swimming Water Quality Test Kits
The trend of wild swimming gained significant momentum during the period of lockdown and continues to gather steam, indicating a growing interest in swimming outdoors.
As people seek solace and rejuvenation in nature, they are increasingly drawn to the invigorating experience of plunging into natural bodies of water.
However, a pertinent concern arises: How can one ensure the safety of their chosen swimming location?
This is where water testing kits come to the rescue, providing reassurance and numerous benefits to wild swimmers.
Wild Swimming Water Quality Test Kits
The trend of wild swimming gained significant momentum during the period of lockdown and continues to gather steam, indicating a growing interest in swimming outdoors.
As people seek solace and rejuvenation in nature, they are increasingly drawn to the invigorating experience of plunging into natural bodies of water.
However, a pertinent concern arises: How can one ensure the safety of their chosen swimming location?
This is where water testing kits come to the rescue, providing reassurance and numerous benefits to wild swimmers.
What tests are needed to be re-assured you are safe and sound whilst open water swimming.
The benefits of wild swimming combine to make open water swimming a unique and rewarding experience that promotes physical health, mental well-being, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Bacteria Levels
Test Against E.coli, species of Salmonella, Shigella, Enterobacter, Klebsiella and many other coliform and non-coliform bacteria.
RISK - Immediate effects can be nausea, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, chills and fever. Long term the risk can be more serious from continually swimming in the same area.
Pool & SPA Test - £37/10 = £3.70 per test | 15 Min e.coli... Bacteria test - £17/2 = £8.50 per test
PH / Acidity Levels
If the water pH is higher than 8, anyone who swims in the pool is at risk of skin rashes, while a pH of lower than 7 can sting swimmers' eyes. Need to be within 7-9 PH.
pH & Total Alkalinity Test - £12/50 = 24p per test
Read more about the significance of PH Acidity Levels in swimming water
Nitrate Levels
Nitrates in your water won't cause you any problems directly if you happen to swim it, but in time it can indirectly affect the quality of water. You see, because they are a plant nutrient, they encourage the growth of algae in your pool.
Nitrate & Nitrite Water Test - £16/50 = 32p per test | Water Test Kit (5-in-1) inc. PH - £15/25 = 60p per test
Read more about Nitrate Levels in Open Water Swimming water.
