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Equipment Guide

To get started with the Pictou County Mariners Swim Team, your swimmer only needs a swimsuit and goggles.

As your child progresses in the sport, you may find that additional equipment becomes helpful for training and skill development.

Below you’ll find recommended equipment based on your child’s training group, along with information on where to purchase gear, club discounts, and Mariners team apparel.

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Nova Tech

Nova Tech swimmers require minimal equipment. Most training tools are provided by the club at this stage.

Required / Recommended:

  • Swimsuit
  • Goggles – a popular and reliable option is the Speedo Vanquisher 2.0 or 3.0
  • PCM swim cap – available for purchase through the Pro Shop
  • PCM team t-shirt – provided by the club

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Age Group

As swimmers move into Age Group training, they begin using more equipment regularly during practice.

Required / Recommended:

  • Swimsuit
  • Goggles
  • PCM swim caps (2 recommended) – available through the Pro Shop
  • Mesh equipment bag – to hold gear
  • Kickboard
  • Pull buoy
  • Snorkel
  • Fins

Please note: The team does have kickboards, pull buoys, and fins available for use at practice. However, as swimmers get older, many prefer to have their own personal equipment for comfort and consistency.


​​​​​​​Where to Buy Equipment

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All new training equipment should be purchased through the LySports Mariners Team Portal:

https://www.lysports.com/team/pictou-county-mariners/

At checkout, use the discount code:

PCMARINERS

Using this code:

  • You receive a discount at checkout
  • The Mariners Swim Club also receives a credit used toward team equipment

Visit LySports Portal

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Team Apparel

At the beginning of the season, every swimmer receives a PCM team t-shirt.

This shirt should be worn at all swim meets.

The club places a team apparel order once per year, typically around November, so items are delivered in time for Christmas.

Apparel may include:

  • Sweatshirts
  • Parkas
  • Swim bags
  • Other club-branded items

Swim caps can be purchased at any time through the Pro Shop .

Questions?

If you’re unsure which equipment your swimmer needs, you’re encouraged to: