Cornwall Surfpoint - Buying the right Wetsuit

Buying the Right Wetsuit

Wet suits provide great for protection against cold water or abrasions that could result from your surfboard or the ocean floor.

Made of out of neoprene, a synthetic rubbery material containing tiny nitrogen gas bubbles, wet suits preserve heat contained between your body and the wet suit. Wet suits should fit snugly against your body.

There are several different types of wet suits that are designed for particular surfing conditions. Simply put, the thicker the wetsuit, the more protection you have.

• Shortie Wetsuit – covers torso and has short arms and legs; ideal for warm water temperatures above 70F
• Three Quarter Length or Spring Suit – has ¾ length arms and legs; ideal for mild water temperatures 65-70F
• Full Suit or Steamer – long arms and legs; ideal for cold water temperatures below 60F