Are gul wetsuits any good?
The 5/4mm Gul Viper mens and ladies wetsuits are very well priced and everything you’d expect from a top of the range wetsuit. They’re cozy, lightweight, flexible, and easy to paddle in as well as get on and off. If you blokes want a top-end suit at a great price then the Gul Profile men’s wetsuit is definitely the suit for you. Why is it so good? It features X-Flex super stretch upper body panels that stretch beyond 100% allowing you to move with ease.The best neoprene is insulating, lightweight, stretchy, durable, and hydrophobic (making it absorb less water). The entry-level neoprene used in wetsuits these days is better than the top-of-the-line neoprene used in suits from the distant past, and it is very functional.For example, a winter wetsuit typically has 5mm neoprene in the arms and legs, while a summer wetsuit only has 2 or 3mm. However, a 3/2 wetsuit has 3mm neoprene in the body and 2mm in the arms and legs, making it a good option for transitional seasons.A 7mm wetsuit provides excellent thermal insulation and protection. These wetsuits are thicker than most wetsuits on the market and therefore provide excellent insulation and protection from cold conditions.
Can you swim in a gul wetsuit?
Packed with performance features to keep you swimming, the glue and blind-stitched design aid in preventing water from entering the wetsuit, and Gul’s exclusive Revo Fit Technology helps with body alignment for a more streamlined feel through the water. The combination of premium materials comfort and performance make the Gul Swim range perfect for swimmers of all abilities and experiences with affordable options to get you into the water all year round.
Are wetsuits 100% waterproof?
Wetsuits are not meant to keep you dry. Despite being composed of waterproof neoprene foam, they allow a tiny layer of water to enter via the zippers, wrists, neck, legs, and ankles. The water quickly condenses into a thin layer of liquid and gets trapped between your skin and the neoprene. Surfer’s Lip Sun Protection When lathering your face, you can definitely rub some of your sunscreen into your lips. But for the best protection, use a zinc based lip balm of at least SPF 30+, like the Sun Bum Signature SPF30 Lip Balm.Wetsuits as Sun Protection Wherever there’s rubber, your skin should be pretty safe from the sun, but that doesn’t mean you still don’t have to use sunscreen. If you’re wearing a springy with arms and legs exposed, give those a spray with a reef safe zinc oxide spray and cover your face and neck with a zinc paste.
Is it okay to wear nothing under a wetsuit?
If your wetsuit is decent and comfortable, you don’t have to wear anything under it. Wetsuits are designed to trap a thin layer of water between you and your suit, your body then heats that water to help keep you warm. Ultimately, what you wear under your wetsuit is your choice. Whether you choose swim shorts, a swimsuit, a bikini, a rash vest, or nothing at all, the goal is optimum comfort, ease of movement and total confidence when in the water. If you’re unsure, try out some options before settling on what suits you best.You may not choose to wear these briefs to a beach, but they are the standard attire for wearing under your wetsuit. These MAKO lycra suits totally eliminate uncomfortable bulges, often experienced when wearing other shorts, such as board shorts, under your suit.Men can wear swim shorts, briefs or jammers under a wetsuit. We wouldn’t recommend boardshorts as your wetsuit is meant to be really tight and boardshorts are usually not. They tend to bunch up and could cause chafing and generally lead to discomfort.Do you wear anything under a wetsuit? Some people do choose to wear nothing or “go commando” underneath their wetsuit – especially surfers. To some, the idea of a barrier between wetsuit and flesh is as distasteful and absurd as that of underwear to a kilt-wearing Highlands soldier.
What happens if I don’t rinse my wetsuit?
As a result, if you don’t rinse your wetsuit, all those bodily fluids are likely going to stay on the surface of the inside of your suit, and ferment even more. Whether peeing in a wetsuit is a good or bad thing ultimately depends on the diver’s personal comfort, the diving conditions, and the duration of the dive. From a health perspective, occasional peeing in a wetsuit is not harmful, provided the wetsuit is properly cleaned afterward.Needless to say, we are talking about peeing in wetsuits in the water. If you have to do it, do it at the beginning of the dive. The water will have time to rinse off the urine. Just before getting out of the water, open your wetsuit and let the water run inside.