Wetsuits are made from neoprene. The thickness of the neoprene will affect the effectiveness of your wetsuit while scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, etc. Obviously, the colder the water, the thicker your wetsuit will need to be. Thinner wetsuits will generally have more mobility. Common neoprene thicknesses for scuba diving are 1mm, 3mm, 5mm, and 7mm. As a general rule, water warmer than 80 degrees, you'll be fine in a 1mm. Warmer than 75 degrees, 3mm is OK. 3mm works for 70ish and anything less than that, we recommend a 7mm. Keep in mind that these temperatures need to be considered at depth.
Also, a wetsuit needs to be snug. If a wetsuit is loose fitting, you will get water flow and this will basically render the wetsuit ineffective. The idea behind a wetsuit is to minimize any water from getting in and then leaving the wetsuit. The less this happens, the better. Remember, don't pee in your wetsuit until you're in the water! That's just wrong.
For kayaking the benefit of neoprene is that it will keep you very warm in the event that you decide to go for a swim or wade in the water while launching. We do not recommend using a regular full surf or dive wetsuit because there isn't sufficient mobility in these suits for paddling. Paddle johns are the neoprene suits that we recommend, they are sleeveless and provide the free range of motion needed for casting and paddling.
Wetsuits
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Akona Men's 1mm Full Wetsuit
A lightweight 1mm nylon II neoprene, extremely flexible full body suit for warm water environments.
PRICE: $89.95
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Akona Men's 3mm Full Wetsuit
Akona has been making high-quality wetsuits for years. Their quality and price make them one of the most sought after wetsuits on the market.
PRICE: $109.95
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Akona Men's 3mm Shorty Wetsuit
Akona makes great neoprene products. These shorty (or spring) suits are a comfortable option to keep the chill off in warmer waters.
PRICE: $94.95
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Akona Men's 5 / 3 mm Full Wetsuit
The perfect combination of 5 and 3mm nylon II neoprene.
PRICE: $209.95
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Akona Men's 6.5 mm Two-piece Wetsuit
This variable 6.5mm wetsuit system can be tailored to meet your changing temperature requirements.
PRICE: $239.95
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Akona Men's 7mm Full Wetsuit
Showcasing AKONA's styling and construction in a 7mm full suit, these suits incorporate super-stretch neoprene panels, slick glide-skin materials, tough exterior construction and scuff-resistant knee and shoulder protection. Sizes up to 5XL!
PRICE: $199.95
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Akona Men's Quantum Stretch 3mm Full Wetsuit
Entire suit made from 3mm 4-way super-stretch neoprene for extreme comfort.
PRICE: $169.95
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Akona Skin Suit
The AKONA SkinSuit provides maximum comfort for tropical environments or for complete UV protection. Also helps in donning wetsuits.
PRICE: $84.95
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Akona Women's 1mm Full Wetsuit
A lightweight 1mm nylon II neoprene, extremely flexible full body suit for warm water environments.
PRICE: $89.95
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Akona Women's 3mm Full Wetsuit
3mm nylon II neoprene.
PRICE: $109.95
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Akona Women's 3mm Shorty Wetsuit
With short sleeves and legs this extremely versatile 3mm nylon II neoprene suit offers superb mobility.
PRICE: $94.95
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Akona Women's 3mm Two-piece Wetsuit
This variable 3mm wetsuit system can be tailored to meet your changing temperature requirements.
PRICE: $219.95
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Akona Women's 6.5 mm Two-piece Wetsuit
This variable 6.5mm wetsuit system can be tailored to meet your changing temperature requirements.
PRICE: $239.95
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Akona Women's 7mm Full Wetsuit
Showcasing AKONA's styling and construction in a 7mm full suit, these suits incorporate super-stretch neoprene panels, slick glide-skin materials, tough exterior construction and scuff-resistant knee and shoulder protection.
PRICE: $199.95
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Akona Women's Quantum Stretch Women's 3mm Full Wetsuit
Entire suit made from 3mm 4-way super-stretch neoprene for extreme comfort.
PRICE: $169.95
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Akona Youth Full Wetsuit
This 2.5mm nylon II neoprene suit is perfectly suited for active kids.
PRICE: $64.95
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Akona Youth Shorty Wetsuit
This 2.5mm nylon II neoprene suit is perfectly suited for active kids.
PRICE: $49.95
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Cressi Tecnica 5mm Wetsuit
Two-piece suit made from single-lined, 5 mm thick neoprene.
PRICE: $299.95
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Henderson 7/5mm Gold Core Mens Jumpsuit
Henderson's Gold Core Wetsuit Technology in a 7mm Suit
PRICE: $410.95
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Henderson 7/5mm Gold CoreŽ Womans Jumpsuit
Henderson's Gold Core Technology in a 7/5mm Wetsuit
PRICE: $410.95
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