I guess this is mostly going out to those in the northeast or canada. i’m looking into getting a really warm wetsuit in the 5/4/3 or 6/5/4 range and wondered what other people with a suit of that nature had in the way of suggestions. what do you like or dislike and who makes a really warm comfortable one. any info would be greatly appreciated so thanks for the help. cheers, trev
Trev, Do a search for M&B Wetsuits on the net. I had them make me a “Farmer John” type suit. It has a titanium type lining that feels like satin against your skin. Very comfortable. As I recall, it was about $230. The measuring process for a custom fit was like going to a tailor’s shop for a custom tuxedo. Upon receiving the suit, it fit perfectly. His online order form isn’t up yet on his site, but maybe you can E Mail for additional info. Aloha>>> I guess this is mostly going out to those in the northeast or canada. i’m > looking into getting a really warm wetsuit in the 5/4/3 or 6/5/4 range and > wondered what other people with a suit of that nature had in the way of > suggestions. what do you like or dislike and who makes a really warm > comfortable one. any info would be greatly appreciated so thanks for the > help.>>> cheers, trev
I guess this is mostly going out to those in the northeast or canada. i’m > looking into getting a really warm wetsuit in the 5/4/3 or 6/5/4 range and > wondered what other people with a suit of that nature had in the way of > suggestions. what do you like or dislike and who makes a really warm > comfortable one. any info would be greatly appreciated so thanks for the > help.>>> cheers, trev Trev, I just retired a 6/5/4 Hot line, that served me well.It was a warm suit which lasted longer than most, but I will say that after every use, I rinse out a suit very well inside and out. I purchased a few weeks ago a new 6/5/4 Body Glove, which hasn’t seen action yet. If our weather stay’s as it’s been, I’ll be in that suit about Dec. 1st.Suit’s have been getting lighter and more flexible. Just trying this new suit on, felt 1/2 the weight of my old one.This is also a zipperless, whereas the Hot Line, was a front zip.I would have bought another Hot Line, but @ the time I was ready to buy, there were none in stock & the shop had just received a shipment of Body Gloves. Plus I wanted to try a zipperless suit. If you would like a follow up, just post a message sometime in Dec. and I will follow up. Good Luck. R.I. surfer
Trev,>>> I just retired a 6/5/4 Hot line, that served me well.It was a warm suit > which lasted longer than most, but I will say that after every use, I > rinse out a suit very well inside and out. I purchased a few weeks ago a > new 6/5/4 Body Glove, which hasn’t seen action yet. If our weather stay’s > as it’s been, I’ll be in that suit about Dec. 1st.Suit’s have been getting > lighter and more flexible. Just trying this new suit on, felt 1/2 the > weight of my old one.This is also a zipperless, whereas the Hot Line, was > a front zip.I would have bought another Hot Line, but @ the time I was > ready to buy, there were none in stock & the shop had just received a > shipment of Body Gloves. Plus I wanted to try a zipperless suit. If you > would like a follow up, just post a message sometime in Dec. and I will > follow up. Good Luck.>>> R.I. surfer Beyond all the exterior stuff, like wetsuits and drysuits, I think the most important factor in cold water/weather surfing is what
s going on INSIDE: one
s overall health, i.e. to be in peak mental and physical condition… whatever your age.
Up in the Northwest, the Rip Curl Ultimate Elasto 6/5/4 seems to be the choice for a combination of warmth and flexibility. Hotline freeze fighter still seems to be the choice when durability and warmth are the main concern. I’ve never been warmer than with my Rip Curl 6mm and a fuzzy long sleeve rash guard, sometimes when the air temp is in the 40’s I’m actually too warm…Good Luck. > I guess this is mostly going out to those in the northeast or canada. i’m > looking into getting a really warm wetsuit in the 5/4/3 or 6/5/4 range and > wondered what other people with a suit of that nature had in the way of > suggestions. what do you like or dislike and who makes a really warm > comfortable one. any info would be greatly appreciated so thanks for the > help.>>> cheers, trev
Beyond all the exterior stuff, like wetsuits and drysuits, I think the > most important factor in cold water/weather surfing is what
s going on > INSIDE: one
s overall health, i.e. to be in peak mental and physical > condition… whatever your age. Dale, Good point. I’m 52, 5’7",135lbs,body fat appox.5-7%. As far as mental condition. I retired 3yrs & 10 months ago, so the work stress factor is gone. I was a workaholic in a stressful environment.29 years as a self-employed mfg. rep. in the Jewelry Industry. A very conservative industry. Now that I’m retired the person that was alway’s there has been able to surface again. That person is a sixties era hippie/surfer, who had to be repressed for 29 years. Funny how the bank wanted the mortguage paid & kid’s like to eat. Well now it’s my turn and having nothing but FUN. Maybe thats why the cold doesn’t bother me that much anymore and we are talking winter water temps, low to mid 30’s and air temps can sometimes go to below zero, with the wind factor. R.I. surfer
Dale,>>> a good meal, or at least something with a little fat to burn makes a huge diff. in keeping warm, something i’m always reminded of on those winter dawn patrols with nothing but espresso for breakfast.
I use an Oniel ZEN 6/4/3 with the quart length zipper, it’s 3 years old but still feels like the new super stretchy suits from Oniel and Rip Curl. One important note is to get Mitts not gloves for your hands. Generaly 5 Mil mitts will keep your hands nice and toasty in 35 degree temps. Also I go with 7 Mil booties. Thing about cold water surfing I found is to be always moving, even during the lulls, paddle around a bit and you’ll be able to stay out for hours.
thanks for all the input and opinions guys. it is good to know what other people are using and happy with when you are going to buy something like that. trev