The fabric of the wetsuit is soft and feels nice to the touch. It feels much softer than normal wetsuit fabric. I also did a ...

Although I’ve always been a water baby, I only started open water swimming seriously about 15 years ago, and in that time wetsuit tech has come on in leaps and bounds. My first swim wetsuit was a 6mm ...

Asymmetrical zippers Zippers with staggered teeth, invented to keep a tighter seal and let less water in. Common in newer zippered suits. Beavertail Early wetsuit design in the ’70s that had a large ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. As the sun - finally - begins to warm Britain’s shores, it's ...

Neoprene wetsuits that we know and love may become a thing of the past, thanks to Patagaonia’s new Yulex technology. Neoprene wetsuits that we know and love may become a thing of the past, thanks to ...

Whether you’re surfing, diving, or paddling, these wetsuits for men, women, and kids will keep you warm and comfortable no matter the conditions. Almost all wetsuits are made from neoprene, a soft, ...

WETSUITS ARE DECEPTIVELY simple. While they may seem like little more than one-piece neoprene "jumpers" for playing in the water, they serve a critical function in keeping surfers and divers warm, ...

When buying your suit, consider: Fit: A wetsuit should be snug but comfortable. A too-loose fit will allow water to flood the suit, undermining its warmth, while a too-tight suit can be constricting ...