FAQ

Yes, with caution. Start with a smaller size that matches your hand and focus on technique, not power. That's the exact gap Vélocité's balanced sizing is built to close.

Most swimmers use them 1–2 times a week during technique or power sets. They're a supplement to your training, not a replacement for it.

Only if they're oversized or used incorrectly. Prioritise technique over force, start with shorter sets, and size down if you feel any shoulder discomfort.

Indirectly, yes. They build pulling strength and sharpen your catch, and both carry over to a faster, more efficient stroke once you take them off.

Absolutely. With limited swim volume in tri training, paddles make each session count more by building strength and endurance faster.

Main sets and technique drills, not warm-up. Save warm-up for mobility and feel for the water before adding resistance.

Paddles sharpen your catch and pull. The snorkel stabilises body position by removing the need to turn and breathe. Together as the Performance Bundle, most swimmers feel the biggest jump.

Yes. Email blacklineswimmer@gmail.com and we'll sort it directly.

Yes. It takes a session or two to get comfortable, but most swimmers adapt quickly. Start with shorter sets focused on your stroke and the breathing rhythm follows.

Freestyle. It's built for front-stroke technique work and hypoxic training sets, which is where you'll get the most out of it.

Yes. Open water has no walls to rest on and conditions are rarely smooth. Training with the snorkel builds the calm, consistent stroke you need when the water isn't cooperating.

1–2 sessions per week is enough to notice real improvement. Use it for technique sets, drill work, or any set where you want to remove breathing as a distraction.

Both work well together. The snorkel stabilises your body position; the paddles sharpen your catch and pull. Combined as the Performance Bundle, they work as a complete technique system.

XS for younger or smaller-handed swimmers, and for anyone shoulder-sensitive or new to paddle work. M for adults wanting more resistance.

Black or white. The snorkel is one size fits all with an adjustable head strap.

The paddles are a limited pre-order run, so the snorkel and paddles ship together in one parcel between 22 Oct – 9 Nov, in the order received. Tracking is emailed the moment yours ships.

Yes. Start with shorter technique sets and build up. Most swimmers adapt to the snorkel within a session or two, and the paddles are sized to stay shoulder-friendly.

Orders ship from QLD within 1–3 business days. $9 flat rate AUS-wide, free over $90 for Australia and New Zealand. We also ship to the US and Switzerland.

Train with it for 14 days. If it's not right for you, email blacklineswimmer@gmail.com for a full refund. No hassle, no return form.

Email us at blacklineswimmer@gmail.com and we'll get back to you quickly.