Proletariat
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Need a Wetsuit. Suggestions?
Hi. I'm kind of a wuss when it comes to cold water, but plan on getting on the water in southern Wyoming this summer. I'm guessing water temp is about
60-75 degrees or so. I'd like a decent, durable wetsuit, but don't want to spend a mint. Does anyone have any suggestions for brand, style, thickness,
retailers or purchase vector?
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AD72
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Location: Davis, CA
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I have an O'Neill Reactor 2 (2/3) shorty I use in those temperatures. It has lasted me years. I I got mine at a surf shop but I think you can get
them from Amazon. It is good to go to a business and try them on. For 50s and when I want to be toasty I wear my full 5/3 Mystic Star Steamer. I
got it in 2010.
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PHREERIDER
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Registered: 2-13-2008
Location: SC
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Mood: chilled....but ready to SAIL!
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entry level 60-75 water with air temp to match at least 3/2 full. quick silver synchro something, low buck and did the job...had one lasted 3
years in much colder with hundreds of session maybe $125,.. if its sunny and warm/ hot day you could get by with a good top.
windskin is nice but thats gonna be hot in the summer sun. would not be using that in much colder,
i use 5/3 neil pryde windskin K5000 it has been the #@%$#!z for sure around $3-400 retail but 45 water 45+ air no problem !
ton of good deals on suits online, and if you think you wear a small get the medium, etc..
i'm a no booties type but gloves are a must for me.
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rtz
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Wetsuits by their very nature don't last forever. Your first one won't be your last one. You'll learn a lot from it and what you do or don't like in
a wetsuit. I have 3; but if I was buying today; I'd grab one of these: http://www.kiteboarding.com/proddetail.asp?prod=ripcurl2012_...
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Kamikuza
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wetsuitwearhouse.com is where I get my gear... I've had/got 4 Hyperflex suits and until the newest model, they've been excellent value for money. The
3/2 Cyclone2 seam split on my inner thigh at the start of a session, and I didn't notice until I'd rubbed a really nice gash in my leg...
Things to look for in a kiting suit, IMO...
Drain holes: ankles (and lower back).
Glued, taped and stitched seams.
Fleece... makes a big difference with windchill.
Yeah... I got a kite. Or two...
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Proletariat
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Thanks for the tips, all. I ended up getting a 3/2 Jobe front entry with taped seams. Works great in 60+ water. The only thing I don't like so much is
the front entry. I'm guessing it IS probably better for less water loss, but it's a bear to get over Muh Fay Belleh.
It was cheap as Hell (like $160 or so) and is really well made. Now I need some booties.
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AliRaza08
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I my spouse and i made it mine in a surf store but my partner and i think You will carry them via Amazon. This can be good to
search for a business IN ADDITION TO try them on. pertaining to 50s AS WELL AS i want in order to end up being toasty i wear MY
full 5/3 Mystic Star Steamer. when i achieved it That inside 2010.
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