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  • Essential Care for Your Entry-Level Wetsuit

    Proper maintenance preserves both the performance and longevity of your entry-level wetsuit. These professional-grade care practices will ensure optimal function and value retention. 1. Immediate Post-Use Protocol Thoroughly rinse your wetsuit inside and out with cool fresh water immediately after...
  • What is a Drysuit and How Does it Work?

    Any water below 98 degrees Fahrenheit can rapidly draw heat away from the human body, and because water conducts heat 25 times faster than air, it doesn’t take long to feel cold—even in seemingly mild conditions. Most popular water sports take place in water far colder than body temperat...
  • How Are Triathlon Wetsuits Different from Other Wetsuits?

    Triathlon wetsuits are specifically engineered to meet the unique demands of triathlon competitions, setting them apart from traditional surfing or diving wetsuits in several ways: Buoyancy Triathlon wetsuits are designed with strategically placed panels of varying neoprene thickness to ...
  • How Does Buoyancy Help in Different Activities?

    Buoyancy isn’t just a fun bonus—it serves a functional purpose in many watersports and activities. Let’s explore how wetsuit buoyancy benefits specific scenarios: Surfing For surfers, buoyancy makes it easier to paddle out to the waves by helping you stay afloat and con...
  • How to Choose the Perfect Wetsuit for Your Child

    Choosing the right wetsuit for your child ensures warmth, safety, and fun in the water. Focus on two key factors: thickness and size. Thickness Matters Wetsuit thickness determines insulation. For water temperatures above 18°C (64°F), a 2mm suit is ideal for active swimming or surfing...
  • How to Choose a Triathlon Wetsuit: 4 Key Factors

    Selecting the right triathlon wetsuit is critical for performance and comfort. Unlike recreational diving suits, triathlon wetsuits prioritize flexibility, buoyancy, and hydrodynamics. Here’s how to choose one like a pro: Thickness and Buoyancy Look for suits with thicker panels (up to ...
  • How Wetsuits Are Made

    Wetsuits are engineered to trap body heat and protect against cold water, and their production blends science and craftsmanship. The process starts with neoprene, the core material—a synthetic rubber foam infused with nitrogen gas bubbles, which insulates by reducing heat transfer. First, neo...
  • Wetsuit vs. Drysuit: Which One Should You Choose?

    When gearing up for water activities, knowing the difference between wetsuits and drysuits can make or break your experience. Both serve to protect against cold, but their designs and functions vary drastically. Wetsuits are the go-to for mild to moderately cold water (10–25°C). Craf...
  • Things to Consider When Buying an Adult Life Jacket

    Safety is the primary concern when purchasing a life jacket, but other factors should also be considered. Keeping these parameters in mind will ensure a happy and safe summer on the water. How will you use it? Different life jackets are designed with specific activities in mind. Regardless of the ...
  • A Guide to Diving Boots

    Diving boots are a cross between neoprene socks and shoes, as they have soft neoprene upper halves with a zipper on their side and hard-bottomed soles. This seemingly insignificant item of scuba diving equipment should not be taken for granted, as it often can mean the difference between a comf...
  • What Does A Wetsuit Do?

    As the name implies, a wetsuit allows water to come into contact with a diver's/snorkeler's skin. Most wetsuits are made of neoprene, a sponge-like material that contains countless air bubbles. These bubbles trap the diver's/snorkeler's body heat, which warms the water between the wetsuit and t...
  • Chest Zip vs Back Zip Wetsuit: Which is Right for Me?

    Back-zip wetsuits are convenient and easy to put on, while chest zippers are warmer and more flexible. Below, we’ll take a closer look at chest-zip and back-zip wetsuits to help you decide which style is best for your adventure! Advantages of a chest-zip wetsuit: Better watertight seal:...