Surf gear essentials choosing the right wet suit
Wherever you're surfing, getting the right wetsuit is essential. Finding a suit that fits and works for your particular activity can not only make surfing more enjoyable but it can protect you from dangers and difficulties in the water.
Water temperature is one key element – most surfing takes place in reasonably warm waters but some are warmer than others and it's important that your wet suit and all you surf clothing takes this accountant. Wetsuits come with varying lengths of legs and sleeves. Naturally shorter sleeves are best for warmer waters. The thickness of the suit is also a very important consideration. These essential elements of surf clothing are often sold in 3mm and 6mm specifications. If you're in waters above 85 degrees, for instance it would be sensible to go for a short leg and short sleeve wetsuit with a thickness of 2mm. For a temperature of around 60 or 70 degrees a thickness of 6-7mm is ideal.
But remember – the warm rating varies between one make and another and so a thicker suit might not necessarily be warmer than a thinner one. You also have to consider flexibility and how snug the fit is, some people don't mind a tight fit while others find that it restricts movement and can even be claustrophobic.
As well as the stitching, another thing to bear in mind type of material, usually neoprene, that it's made up of. What is known by some people as a chemical blown wetsuit has a soft and light feel, and is much less expensive than the durable and stronger gas blown wetsuit. If money is no object than there are even Titanium suits that will keep you warmer. Discussing these options with a good surf clothing retailer is always a good idea as if borrowing a friend's suit if possible to see what suits you.
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