ddipp® Sea Monster robe
Changing robes have become one of the most sought-after items for outdoor sports over the last few years, where you need to retain body heat and keep warm after your chosen exercise. You’d think the bigger brands would have the changing robe market well wrapped up, but it’s great to see a new British brand hit the market running with some innovative features.
The first thing that’s apparent is the weight of the robe, coming in at only 1.1kg. The ripstop outer shell is waterproof and breathable, comes in five colours ranging from aqua to contemporary light grey, and has a waterproof rating of 5000mm. Orange is splashed about with ddipp’s cool logo on the back, front and sleeves, continuing inside with the super soft, shearling fleece lining.
The inner and outer fabric is 100% recycled polyester from recycled PET from drinks bottles. The zip tapes and teeth are also 100% recycled, which leaves a few ‘parts’ to follow suit – ddipp is completely honest about its sustainability journey and is striving to find these last few percentages of recycled alternatives. Check out their website for more transparency, supply chain, and performance information.
Key features include zip-off lower sleeves for all seasons, an adjustable drawcord hood and cuffs, a durable chunky reversible zipper, multiple roomy internal pockets, deep-lined hand pockets, and a waterproof outer pocket. What’s unique about this product is the ability to pack the robe away in one of the internal pockets, which doubles up as a zipped bag with a carry handle. Genius!
Don’t just take my word for it; 220Triathlon Magazine has just rated this robe with a winning score of 95% when reviewing 20 of the best.
The ddipp Company ethos of what’s essential in life is spending time with those you love, getting outside, and having fun. “As a family-owned business, we want customers to feel respected and dealt with positively and fairly”, and from their 5-star reviews, it appears they are doing just that.
£150 for the adult robe. £120 for the junior robe.
