What to Look for in a Surfing Wetsuit

It doesn't mean if you don't know how to surf, that it is too late to learn. You are finally preparing to purchase your very first wetsuit - but what exactly do you need to look for in a surfing wetsuit? There are quite a few factors you will need to go through before picking up a suit that meets your requirements. Here, we have put together a guide for you in selecting the right wetsuit.

The first thing you need to understand is the suit thickness. It is only calculated by millimeters and generally, the warmth of your body. For example, a suit which says "A 4-3" is about 4 mm thick within your body area. You would expect it to be 3 mm thick for the legs plus the arms as well. This is the top preferred suit for those of you who plan on swimming in temperatures of 50 to even 60 degrees F. However, if you want to surf in even colder waters, our recommendation would be the 5-mm hooded suit.

What kind of suit do you need for yourself? Ask yourself this and you will be all set. For example, some people prefer cut off arms in a suit and also for the legs to be cut off. This type of suit is referred to as a "shorty" and is available in many stores. Generally, most people will use this suit during the summer and when they need to most movement possible. These are wonderful for surfing contests. As for the full suit, you will be using this kind to support your ankles and arm areas. Most surfers will use it for extreme temperatures which have decreased greatly during winter months. There is also another suit that is called the "Farmer John" which has material covering the legs with nothing to show for the arms. Most paddlers will use this type of suit and also, surfers can use this as well.

Now, for the last part on what to look for in a surfing wetsuit which is the "seams". For the seams, you want to find something that has thicker material, using both the gluing and sewing method. Also, if they are constructed with a piece of cloth covering the area, this is definitely a top notch suit. Cheaper ones will have poorly glued seams, which look as if they are ready to fall apart.

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