How much is a good wetsuit?
Recommended budget for a wetsuit the prices of decent fullsuits start at $100 for warm water surfing and over $300 for cold water surfing. But if you have extra money, spend it on suits that range from $200 to $350. Many affordable wetsuits hold up just fine. Look for reinforced knees, internal seam taping, and a brand reputation for quality materials. For heavy use, consider investing in a suit with higher-end construction or being ready for a replacement every 1–2 seasons.When the water temperature measures between 50 and 65 degrees, wetsuits are strongly encouraged, and some races may require their use. Between 65 and 78 degrees, it’s typically the athlete’s choice of whether to wear a wetsuit.Long-sleeved wetsuits provide greater coverage than their sleeveless counterparts, which translates to better insulation in colder water. These suits are typically thicker and the full sleeves reduce the amount of skin exposed to cold temperatures, helping to maintain body warmth during extended swims.Whatever you use your wetsuit for, the most important thing to get right is the fit. Your wetsuit should feel snug and tight all over. If there’s excess material in places like the neck and cuffs, it will let water in and negate all its insulating properties. Don’t be too taken aback by the tightness of a wetsuit.
What is a wetsuit legal for Ironman?
Professional triathletes and age group triathletes can wear a wetsuit if the water temperature is up to (and including) 76. Fahrenheit (24. Celsius) or colder, and you must wear a wetsuit in a triathlon swim if the water temp is below 60. Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius). These garments called triathlon suits or ‘swim skins’ are thinner than wetsuits and are made of water-repellent fabrics. Triathlon suits are less popular than wetsuits as they guarantee glide but do not offer thermal protection and are used by the most demanding athletes for ‘fast’ races.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.This will give you several thickness options. The prices of decent fullsuits start at $100 for warm water surfing and over $300 for cold water surfing. But if you have extra money, spend it on suits that range from $200 to $350.Wettie. A “wettie” is surf slang for a wetsuit. Wetsuits are made from neoprene, a flexible, insulating material that keeps surfers warm in colder water.
What to wear under a wetsuit?
Swimwear 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. Swimwear is a practical choice to wear under a wetsuit – a bikini or swimming costume for women and swim trunks or swim shorts for men. Swimwear is designed to fit seamlessly against your body, and can also prevent chafing on those more ‘delicate’ areas, shall we say. It’s quick-drying, hygienic and comfortable.If your suit fits properly, that single thin layer of water becomes securely trapped, and because it’s trapped it will heat up. You’ll feel warm, lightweight, and happy when swimming. So a wetsuit should be a tight fit.Normally you don’t wear anything under a wet suit, because your insulation is actually coming from the layer of water that gets trapped between your skin and the wetsuit.When the water temperature measures between 50 and 65 degrees, wetsuits are strongly encouraged, and some races may require their use. Between 65 and 78 degrees, it’s typically the athlete’s choice of whether to wear a wetsuit.A 5mm neoprene thickness is ideal for water temperatures between 10°C and 15°C, offering warmth and a fair amount of flexibility for activities like surfing or diving. In warmer waters above 15°C, it may feel too warm, and a thinner wetsuit (3mm or 2mm) is a better choice.
Should you buy a wetsuit a size bigger?
Wetsuits should be close fitting to your body without any bagginess, while still being able to move your arms and legs comfortably. However, it shouldn’t be too easy to get on and off, if it is easily done without much effort, it may be too big. Just like above, we’d highly recommend that if you want to wet a wetsuit before putting it on, then make sure you’re wet too. If you’re wet and the suit is dry, that could lead to tears or damage to the suit because you’re trying to finagle your way in something that’s just not working.You wear your wetsuit (if needed) on top of your triathlon suit/kit. After the swim, you strip off the wetsuit, put on your helmet and cycling shoes and are ready to go. You are wearing your triathlon suit/kit underneath. You should never (ever) show your goodies in transition area.After your wetsuit is washed, hang your wetsuit inside out to dry. Avoid a damp or moldy pile. Therefore, don’t leave your wetsuit laying around wet. Especially not soaked in a bucket of seawater in the boot of your hot car.
What color wetsuit is best?
Scuba divers commonly wear black wetsuits for similar reasons as other water sports enthusiasts: black absorbs more heat, helping to maintain body temperature in cooler waters. Black also tends to be more durable and practical, as it hides stains and damage better than lighter colours. The color black helps retain body heat better than lighter colors, which is helpful for surfers, SCUBA divers, and swimmers who need to stay in the water longer and need optimum temperature regulation.
How much weight do you need for a 3mm wetsuit?
Tropical diving is both warm and in salt water. Assuming your base weight came from a fresh water pool in a 3mm wetsuit, you would typically add between 4 lbs – 7 lbs of weight, if you’re wearing a 3mm wetsuit. You’ll feel cold, weighed down, and sad. If your suit fits properly, that single thin layer of water becomes securely trapped, and because it’s trapped it will heat up. You’ll feel warm, lightweight, and happy when swimming. So a wetsuit should be a tight fit.If you’re diving in temperate waters, go for a 4-5 mm wetsuit to avoid overheating. In colder waters, a 5-7 mm wetsuit is essential to prevent hypothermia. Technical Diving: For technical divers who explore cold or deep waters, 5-7 mm wetsuits or even thicker wetsuits are necessary.