The fabric of the wetsuit is soft and feels nice to the touch. It feels much softer than normal wetsuit fabric. I also did a sniff test of the suit because some wetsuits smell a bit strange. The ...

The best men’s and women’s wetsuits tried and tested for surfing, paddleboarding and swimming We took to the water to test the best wetsuits to wear, so you can continue swimming in the sea, even ...

Patagonia, long recognized for its commitment to the environment, just introduced the world’s first wetsuits that are made with natural rubber from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council ...

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Gabriela Aoun is a writer, editor and producer based in Encinitas, California. She spends most of her outdoor time surfing but can also be found hiking and camping with her two dogs. New perk: Easily ...

Asymmetrical zippers Zippers with staggered teeth, invented to keep a tighter seal and let less water in. Common in newer zippered suits. Beavertail Early wetsuit design in the ’70s that had a large ...

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