As the days get longer and the water warms up, it’s time to think about thinner rubber. In an age of internet sales spiel dominating ‘search’ pages, it’s often difficult to find what you are looking for and keep up with the latest trends. So we have rounded up the best wetsuits on offer to make your life easier.
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The Zepha 2 wetsuit is the next step in the wetsuit of choice for our XXL team Andrew Cotton and Barry Mottershead. From Nazare to Mullaghmore, this wetsuit has been proven in some of the heaviest, coldest waves in the world. Features include Super Xtend neoprene; a limestone based neoprene with Espan Extend lining, Dry Lined core, Liquid Seal – not the thin stuff but the proper wide seal, GBS and internally taped seams, a Super pre-shaped pattern, Duratech Knees and Donut cuffs mean this wetsuit will survive the harshest of winters. RRP £269
The ONYX SELECT screams style with its slick colour and classic finish of the Power Seam seam sealing. The high-tech design offers uncompromising quality and outstanding performance. The new Single_Seam in the lower leg offers limitless stretch and durability, Ninja Knees and the all new Ninja Spine further enhances freedom of movement. An improved chest zip offers ease of entry, while the Sweep Cut at the shoulders enhances the paddle reach. The new Plasma Plush lining maximises heat retention with a quick dry, stretchy looped fabric structure that traps air for outstanding insulation. 4/3: 359.95, 5/4: 369.95
Finisterre have spent over a decade designing apparel and equipment that specifically meets the needs of the cold water surfer. Building on this heritage, the pioneering British surf brand are proud to launch their first wetsuit for AW 15/16. The focus has been on developing a suit specifically for use in UK and Northern European waters that underlines the brand’s reputation for quality and innovation. In a further first for the wetsuit industry, the R&D and testing process was crowd-sourced through AW 14/15 using ordinary British surfers as part of the exclusive Wetsuit Tester Programme.
Features include:
• Double needle blind stitching for increased durability and improved warmth
• Higher internal loft throughout the suit for greater warmth
• 15mm seam tape for added warmth and durability
• Higher grade neoprene through the upper body for improved flexibility
• A custom neck entry system for reduced flushing
• Elongated back panel and kidney patch for warmth. 5mm hooded (£390) and 4mm non-hooded (£360) models are available now online and in Finisterre stores.
The BodyGlove Pr1me is known as the most flexible model in the BG line up. This 5/4/3 wetsuit features Vapor Lock seams, with 100% exterior Fluid Seal. The flexibility of the suit comes from the use of EVOflex super stretch neoprene and Pyrostretch insulation from the waist down. Entry is via the EZ Entry Slant Chest Zip. £249.95
