How to Choose a Wetsuit?
For those who are used to surfing, kite-surfing or swimming in the ocean wearing nothing but swimming trunks, you should really think of getting a body glove wetsuit. This body-hugging and lightweight piece of apparel does not only protect you from the hazards of the sea, it also keeps you warm in cold waters. This is made possible by the layer of water existing between the suit and your body which acts as an insulator, retaining your body heat.
However, choosing your own wetsuit has always been a bane in the water sports community. You have to get one which has to fit snugly around your body and not be too tight that it restricts your movement.
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Neither must it be too loose that it flaps uselessly when you move around. So, for the first-time wetsuit buyers, here are a few tips on choosing wetsuits:
1) First of all, make sure you got the right place. A wetsuit isn't exactly the type of clothing you will get at a bargain bin. Go to the appropriate store to get the wetsuit for your own individual sport. If you're getting a wetsuit for surfing, go to the surf store. If you want to go scuba-diving, go to the diving store. You get the idea.
2) Next, choosing the brands. Now, you don't have to buy the most expensive brand to be assured of quality. It's better to do your homework first, by checking up the brands on Internet forums and neutral third-party review sites. When you get to the store, it won't hurt to ask the attendant for his or her opinion on the best wetsuit for you. After all, they have way much more experience than you. And try not to buy at shops which only sell one brand. They espouse the virtues of their respective brand and criticize the others. So, choose wetsuits at stores which sell multiple brands to ensure neutrality.
3) Now; trying it on. You will have to make sure that the wetsuit you choose fit you comfortably around your body. Also, the sleeve and leg openings should close down tight against your skin to prevent water flushing. There are certain areas which the suit have to be skintight, namely around the crotch, under the armpits and the shoulders. Sagging suits will be extremely uncomfortable and if you choose your wetsuit right, you'll feel as though it's a bit tight. Don't worry, that's normal.
So, for the adrenaline junkies that are getting their first wetsuit, choose well. And for those who haven't gotten a wetsuit yet, what are you waiting for?
Author: Clement C.
Clement runs a website about wetsuits where you can find answers to any questions you might have about wetsuits. Learn how to choose the right wetsuit size and how to choose the right wetsuit thickness for different water temperatures.
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