4/3 Wetsuit for winter

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TASSIEROCKS > 9 months ago, 9 Apr 2015

TASSIEROCKS

TAS

1652 posts

9 Apr 2015 6:20pm

I need a new wetsuit for winter windsurfing is there any good specials out there people can recommend???

Cheers Russ

easty

TAS

2213 posts

9 Apr 2015 7:58pm

No point asking those northeners Russ, their idea of a winter suit is one we'd use in summer!
What happened to your old one, did it shrink?

buzzy

TAS

2433 posts

9 Apr 2015 10:22pm

Talk to ~~http://jaysails.com.au/wp/product/wetsuits/~~
That's where most of the sailors in south Tas get their gear, normally has a few in stock or on the way. Great deals, give him a call.

TASSIEROCKS

TAS

1652 posts

9 Apr 2015 10:33pm

looks like some good options.

Thanks

BSN101

2378 posts

9 Apr 2015 9:37pm

I just picked one up at local surf shop half price. Making room for winter stock coming in. Cant believe i found one my size. Just got to look and beat the price down if its dusty

TerryA

101 posts

9 Apr 2015 9:54pm

Seventhwave in Christchurch NZ. They do custom as well. I am on my 5th suit!!!

I bought a 4/3 ION Quantum on line last week from DexterSurf - wore it on Monday in a balmy 11 degree day with apparent temp of 6 degrees - super toasty warm - flexi forearms (no arm pump despite pretty radical conditions and lots of boom holding in the mega gusts)

Price was really good - not sure how many they have - free post as well.
Worth emailing them to see if they have any more if you want a bargain (I'm not a fan of front zipper wet suits)

TASSIEROCKS

TAS

1652 posts

10 Apr 2015 9:13pm

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russh said..
I bought a 4/3 ION Quantum on line last week from DexterSurf - wore it on Monday in a balmy 11 degree day with apparent temp of 6 degrees - super toasty warm - flexi forearms (no arm pump despite pretty radical conditions and lots of boom holding in the mega gusts)

Price was really good - not sure how many they have - free post as well.
Worth emailing them to see if they have any more if you want a bargain (I'm not a fan of front zipper wet suits)

Looks top quality thanks for posting...

Regards Russ

TheSailingMoose

VIC

142 posts

11 Apr 2015 12:45am

Quiksilver in torquay was/is having a massive warehouse sale on wetties. 50% all of last years stock.

powersloshin

NSW

1844 posts

11 Apr 2015 6:42am

I wonder if there is a model with a front zipper to relieve yourself and ankle zippers to be able to put it on and take it out without fighting....

russh

3027 posts

11 Apr 2015 1:37pm

The quantam has flares at the ankles with velcro to make it easy - you just have to remember to undo them before you roll it down - flares are so good that they'd go well with platform booties

ikw777

QLD

2995 posts

11 Apr 2015 3:52pm

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TerryA said...
Seventhwave in Christchurch NZ. They do custom as well. I am on my 5th suit!!!

Yes, their 3/3 custom suit is warm as in Christchurch waters.

Yuppy

VIC

668 posts

12 Apr 2015 4:52pm

I bought a 4/3 rip curl flashbomb today from trigger bros. it was $599.

It has this fuzzy stuff on the inside that makes it super easy to pull on over the feet.

easty

TAS

2213 posts

12 Apr 2015 6:35pm

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TerryA said..
Seventhwave in Christchurch NZ. They do custom as well. I am on my 5th suit!!!

Have been checking out their website, they look good. The best winter wetsuit is one that fits really well, so the custom option is great.
Anyone tried their Xcel booties?

RAL INN

2896 posts

12 Apr 2015 6:27pm

Easty's ideal wet tie would have a stubbie holder.

easty

TAS

2213 posts

12 Apr 2015 7:28pm

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RAL INN said..
Easty's ideal wet tie would have a stubbie holder.

Now that would be an INNovation!

Faff

VIC

1394 posts

13 Apr 2015 9:34am

Would a 3/2 with polyfleece underneath equal a 4/3?
Are chest zips absolutely necessary for a warm suit?

33frupus

VIC

118 posts

13 Apr 2015 10:07am

A sealed 3/2 will do a melbourne winter for s surfer but because of wind chill it doesn't cut it for windsurfing.

+1 for flashbomb

Faff

VIC

1394 posts

13 Apr 2015 10:46am

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33frupus said..
A sealed 3/2 will do a melbourne winter for s surfer but because of wind chill it doesn't cut it for windsurfing.

+1 for flashbomb

Just looked it up. They have zip-free wetsuits now?!

aus301

QLD

2039 posts

24 May 2015 8:51am

I have a 3x2 Flying Objects Flux Chest Zip. Well warm for everything I have used it for, which included a trip to Merimbula.

Smooth Skin on the chest is almost a must for wind sport use. Mine is for sale if anyone in interested.

WindmanV

VIC

804 posts

24 May 2015 9:21am

Good morning, Mr.Cranky,

"Just looked it up. They have zip-free wetsuits now?!"

You need to be careful with front zips and no-zip types, as I found that both were extremely diificult to get into/out of. Definitely recommend a trial fit to see if either type suits you.

slalomfreak

NSW

304 posts

24 May 2015 9:43am

Problem is the wetsuit manufacturers size the steamers for surfers who spend a lot of time in the water and want a very snug fit.
As surfers are always wet the suit loosens up.
Windsurfers want something that's warm but comfy but not too tight because we stay dry most of the time.

Spocktek

281 posts

24 May 2015 8:22am

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slalomfreak said...
we stay dry most of the time.

? I've been windsurfing for 20 years and can't say I'm dry most of the time during a session.

Freddofrog

522 posts

24 May 2015 9:16am

The cheapest place to get a wettie is at a charity shop and the money goes to a good cause. They always seem to have heaps They can't get rid of.

i scored a radiator L/S top for $10. Used it and boardies all spring and summer. Awesome.

sboardcrazy

NSW

8292 posts

26 May 2015 12:04pm

I've got a 3-4-5mm Serene ( female version wetsuit ) Neil pryde that is very comfortable and keeps me toasty in 12degrees air ( add windchill) and 11 degrees water in Lakes in winter.

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