The 2 mm neoprene on the arms lets you move your shoulders freely.

Freedom of movement

A back zipper and ultra-stretchy material make it easy to put on.

Easy dressing

This wetsuit is made for swimming in temperate waters, while optimizing glide performance and buoyancy.

Condition

pattern

Skill Level

Collar Type

reinforced area

Number of Pockets

suit

balaclava

sleeve length

Stitching Type

anti-uv

Waterproof

Pocket

thumb pass

Type of Length

Style

Water Temperature

Zipper Type

Neoprene Thickness

Fastener Type

Main Material

To prevent chafing around the neck and other areas, apply petroleum jelly or a mixture of 50% petroleum jelly and 50% lanolin.

Recommendations for use:

Glideskin Neoprene is very flexible and stretchy, but also more fragile. Don’t use your fingernails or pull too hard when putting on this wetsuit. Put your arms and legs in gradually.

Fitting advice:

Arms: 2 mm Glideskin Neoprene
Chest, back and legs: 2.5 mm Glideskin Neoprene
flatlock seams: not waterproof

Components

Neoprene is made up of 3 layers:
- Inner layer: fabric.
- Middle layer: foam.
- Outer layer: standard or glideskin fabric.

Standard neoprene has a woven fabric outer layer. This material is very tough but soaks up water and is more difficult to repair.
Glideskin neoprene has a polymer outer layer. This has the benefit of being more hydrodynamic and also waterproof. It is more fragile but is easily repaired with neoprene glue.

What are the different types of neoprene: standard and glideskin?

Surfing wetsuits are made from standard neoprene, with a woven fabric outer layer. This material is very tough but soaks up water. It is suitable for surfing.
Open water swimming wetsuits are made partly or entirely from glideskin neoprene. This waterproof material is more hydrodynamic. It is also more fragile. Open water swimming wetsuits are therefore strictly designed for swimming

What is the difference between a surfing wetsuit and an open water swimming wetsuit?

Getting into a neoprene wetsuit may seem like mission impossible, especially for those who have never used one. Neoprene wetsuits need to have a tight fit, as this is what prevents water from getting inside. A wetsuit that is too big will expose you to the cold. It’s also more likely to irritate your skin as you move through the water.

How to get into a wetsuit

If you’re enjoying your first open water sessions with a wetsuit, it's completely normal to feel it more or differently in your muscles. This is because the sleeves make the arms more buoyant, which means that you have to use "extra" force to plunge your arm into the water. This sensation should dissipate after a few sessions.

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