Need essential wetsuits

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Poida
Poida
WA
1922 posts
WA, 1922 posts
14 May 2020 8:37am
I have a 3/2 LT and seems well made for the price. FYI it is Made in China.
doesn't seem as stretchy as my rip curl e bomb. Fit is a bit tighter and less length in the legs and arms.
Twimby
Twimby
WA
483 posts
WA, 483 posts
14 May 2020 9:12am
My son just got an Arrk wetsuit. WA product apparently. $380. Had his first wear yesterday.
He said it was warm, comfortable and completely dry inside after a surf. Durability unknown.
Krusty
Krusty
NSW
441 posts
NSW, 441 posts
14 May 2020 11:26am
I've been using a 3/2 need essentials premium steamer for a few surfs now. Quality seems good, feels very comfy and easy to move in, neck closure (chest zip) keeps the water out, sizing is a little on the smaller size I'd say, I was between two sizes ended up getting the larger one and fits well.

I'd rate this suit very highly but.........the sealed tapped seams let water in. My past suits have been Patagonia, O'Neill psycho and rip curl flash bombs, all were near water tight. As soon as I step into the water I can feel it entering through the seam, disappointing as otherwise this suit is great. I'm happy with mine for the price but it's definitely not as good as a premium suit due to the leaky seams. Luckily my 4/3 Patagonia is ready to go for those cold days when I want to keep the water out, my 3/2 need essential will be reserved to the warmer shorter surfs where my 4/3 Patagonia isn't needed.

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