What thickness wetsuit do I need in UK?
Season / Water Temperature
| Water Temperature | Wetsuit Type | Wetsuit Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| 20°C – 25°C | Shorty | 1mm to 1/2mm |
| 15°C – 20°C | Shorty or Full Length Suit | 1/2mm or 3/2mm |
| 10°C – 15°C | Full Length Suit | 3/2mm or 5/4/3mm |
| Below 10°C | Full Length Suit | 5/4/3mm |
What mm wetsuit do I need?
Wetsuit Thickness & Temperature Guide
| Water Temp Range (°F) | Water Temp Range (°C) | Wetsuit Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| 65°- 75° | 18° – 24° | 0.5 mm – 2/1 mm |
| 62°- 68° | 16° – 20° | 2 mm – 3/2 mm |
| 58°- 63° | 14° – 17° | 3/2 mm – 4/3 mm |
| 52°- 58° | 11° – 14° | 4/3 mm – 5/4/3 mm |
Is 3mm wetsuit OK for winter?
The most obvious difference is a thicker wetsuit will keep you warmer, as thicker neoprene means more tiny bubbles trapping in air to insulate you. So for a winter wetsuit you’ll be looking for a 4/3mm or more, and for summer opt for just 2 or 3mm of neoprene.
What does a girl wear under a wetsuit?
For women you can wear a sports bra and some sort of compression shorts, or you can wear a swimsuit. You do not want to wear something cotton-based which holds water because it will increase your chaffing. Also, do not wear underwear. Underwear will not dry out and will cause a sore saddle.
How thick should a wetsuit be for swimming?
between 3mm and 5mm
The rules state a wetsuit is made of material providing thermal insulation, shall completely cover torso, back, shoulders and knees. They shall not extend past neck, wrists and ankles. They should be between 3mm and 5mm thickness but can be lower in some parts of the suit to allow free movement.
Do you put a wetsuit on wet or dry?
Unless you are clad in a skin suit, dive skin, or other skintight clothing that will allow the suit to slide easier, it is recommended that both you and your wetsuit be either wet or dry. The most difficult scenario is trying to wedge a wet body into a dry wetsuit, or to coax a damp wetsuit onto dry skin.
How do you stay warm in a wetsuit?
To stay warm in your wetsuit make sure your wetsuit fits tight and is the right thickness. Pour warm water into your wetsuit before entering the cold water or wee in your wetsuit once in the water. Move around to stay warm and consider booties, gloves, a hoodie or an insulated vest to keep you warmer.
Where to buy a wetsuit?
Wetsuits are relatively inexpensive and come in sizes and styles appropriate for children, men, and women. Typically, it is easy to purchase a wetsuit at sporting goods stores, as well at many retail outlets that specialize in recreational wear for the beach.
What are the different styles of wetsuits?
Scuba Diving Wetsuits Scuba diving wetsuits are an essential part of diving gear.
What do wetsuits do you use?
Wetsuits use multiple layers – including neoprene foam – to trap a thin layer of water between the wetsuit material and your body. This layer of water warms up from being in contact with your body heat – which turns it into another form of insulation.
What are wetsuits used for?
Wetsuits are used for thermal insulation for activities where the user is likely to be immersed in water, or frequently doused with heavy spray, often approaching from near-horizontal directions, where normal wet-weather clothing is unlikely to keep the water out.