You tell us what you need a suit for and we'll help you find the perfect one. We only stock the brands and wetsuits that meet our high expectations to ensure your new wetsuit will be able to keep you comfortable and warm when you need it. We have a wide choice of full length steamer wetsuits and shorty wetsuits in both male and female cuts in everything from 1mm skin suits and rash guards to 7mm thick semi-dry suits.
We aren't limited to neoprene wetsuits either with alternatives from Fourth Element and Sharkskin to provide you with the warmth of 2mm neoprene but without the buoyancy issues and they are perfect for anyone with neoprene allergies! Don't forget the kids! We have kids wetsuits as well to fit a variety of ages and in different thicknesses and styles to suit cold or warm water temperatures.
Pop in and see us. We are easy to get to by car and public transport. We strongly recommend that when you first go into cold water that it is done gradually. We recommend that breath holding does not occur; and that acclimatisation is completed by lying flat on your back before swimming. Protection — Open water swims take place in lakes, rivers and in the sea, so wetsuits help to protect your body from debris, birds swans and other competitors too!
Additional buoyancy — Swimming technology has kept pace with the increasing popularity of open water swimming and triathlons. Most triathlon competitors find their swimming to be the weakest of the three disciplines. More expensive wetsuits have a golf ball effect built into them, designed to trap air and further aid buoyancy, whilst others have foam strips inserted.
Buoyancy usually reduces swim times. British Triathlon rules — In Britain most open water and triathlon events are governed by British Triathlon rules. The water temperature is taken 1 hour before the start of the race and the following rules then apply:.
The numbers traditionally stood for the thickness of a wetsuit at different points, with the 3mm being found on the upper body and 5mm on the lower body. The differential between the thicknesses causes the legs to rise higher in the water, helping to increase efficiency and reduce swim times. These days, although the same lift principles apply, the thickness of the wetsuits can vary far more within the upper body from chest, to lower arm pit and arms.
The three brands we tried on were Orca, Huub and Zone 3. Clients from our open water and triathlon programme use any of these as wetsuit brands are really down to personal preference. Andrew and David tried on the following:. This wetsuit was less stiff, had just neoprene on the back of the legs to reduce calf tightness and offered good arm flexibility. July update: Try the Albacore wetsuit for men and the Acara wetsuit for women instead.
Zone 3 Aspire David felt comfortable in this one, preferring a stiffer approach to the Orca Equip. We are continually updating on product ranges to ensure that we not only have the latest products but the largest stock so you can always find what you are looking for.
For more information regarding our products, or need some assistance or advice when making an online order, do not hesitate to give us a call today. If you need advice on which wet suit to buy then please contact us via phone or email and we will be happy to help. Alternatively check out our blog. The ocean means many different things to many different people, but here at Wetsuit Centre our passion is only one thing.
The sheer thrill that can be found from water sports of any kind is something that has excited people for generations, and for us it is something that shows no signs of stopping any time soon. Based on the South Coast of the UK, it is difficult to avoid the allure of surfing, sailing or water skiing. It is all around you, wherever you look — whether in the water, on the beach or just walking the street, the impact and influence of water sports and the fashion that accompanies it.
At Wetsuit Centre are passion has always been to stay in the water as long as possible and making that happen by choosing the very best wetsuits for you to buy.
Our extensive range is the largest in the UK and Europe all stock for summer and winter seasons in all shapes and sizes. We also have a huge range in stock of winter wetsuits which are in thicknesses of 4mm, 5mm and even 6mm to equip you in even the harshest of cold days.
We spend a lot of time researching and using the products and then producing helpful advice and video reviews. All of this to make your experience as informative as possible when it comes to buying your suit. So if you have any questions in terms of fitting down to what wetsuit you need to buy then contact us here at Wetsuit Centre.
At our Warehouse store, open seven days a week, we see people from all walks of life coming in to sample our products. We get first time surfers of all ages testing out which surfboard is right for them, we get sailors with decades of experience dropping by to pick up an impact vest, or a new pair of sailing gloves. We have kayak enthusiasts looking to upgrade their model, and we have kite-surfers enquiring about deliveries of cutting-edge equipment.
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