We loved the style of this Long Jane wetsuit. The lack of arm fabric made for easy paddling while surfing
and swimming, but we did feel vulnerable to the cold when the air temperature dropped. The wetsuit was
stretchy and really easy to get on and off. It’s not the thickest suit so more suited to summer in Europe and
hot days in the UK, than the shoulder seasons. Suitable for water temperatures 21-23C; available in sizes
2-12; also sold in black.
Olaian women’s 2mm neoprene 500 stretch shorty wetsuit: £24.99, Decathlon
This is a great value shorty wetsuit from Decathlon’s own surfing brand, Olaian. It’s a good affordable
choice for surfing, stand-up paddling or even doing your first few triathlons in warm but not tropical waters.
Especially for those new to watersports who want to test out whether they’ll like it before splurging on
more expensive kit.
It has a zip at the back and was stretchy enough to get on and off easily, though the fit wasn’t as snug as
some of the other wetsuits on test, which would affect how well insulated you were after a while in the
water. Suitable for water temperatures 22C and above; available in sizes XS-XL; also sold in
black/grey/gold.
Xcel 4/3 women’s comp wetsuit: £195, Xcel