Which wetsuit entry system is right for me?
创建于06.10
The entry system is simply the style of zip on the wetsuit. It affects how easy it is to get the wetsuit on and off, and the flexibility on the upper body, as zips don't stretch. Deciding which one is right for you mainly depends on balancing durability and ease of getting your wetsuit on, with how much flex you require across your shoulders. Professional athletes will require the maximum amount of flex in order to push themselves to the limit, whereas casual surfers and beginners might choose to prioritise durability.
Back Zip
The traditional style of zip that goes straight down the back of the suit, with a long tag on the zip so you can zip it up and unzip it without needing a mate there.
Popular in entry level suits and with those new to surfing. Back zips can also be the better option for broader people, as the top half of the suit fully opens up, giving you more room when you’re putting it on.
PROS: A back zip wetsuit is the easiest to put on and off.
CONS: A back zip is the longest style of wetsuit zip, and can inhibit the stretch of the suit across your back and shoulders, where you often need the most flex. It is also more prone to flushing (water entering the suit), so you may find yourself getting cooled down from time to time.
Chest Zip
The front-zip wetsuit (commonly known as "chest zip" or "front-entry wetsuit") has become a popular design in recent years. Compared to traditional back-zip designs, it has the following advantages and disadvantages:
PROS:Easier to put on/take off, reduced water entry, greater flexibility, improved warmth.
CONS: Zipper may cause chest pressure
Recommended for: Cold waters (e.g., Scotland, Nordic regions), solo surfers who frequently suit up/down, freedivers.
Zipless Two-Piece Wetsuit
PROS: Easier on/off, greater flexibility, adjustable warmth, lower maintenance cost, excellent noise reduction.
CONS: Potential water leakage, slightly less insulation than one-piece suits, higher price.
Recommended for:
Freedivers, spearfishers, surfers who prioritize easy wearability.
Divers needing maximum waist mobility (e.g., underwater photographers, technical divers).
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