TUESDAY 6 AUGUST 2019A SEA CHANGE
Sam Haddad reviews the best wetsuits for all watersports, whether
you’re surfing, swimming or stand-up paddling
Consider comfort and flexibility before splashing out on a new suit (iStock)
There has never been such a great selection of wetsuits for women doing all manner of watersports, from
surfing and stand-up paddling to triathlon and open-water swimming.
The first thing you need to know about a wetsuit is the fit. This will be different for everyone, depending on
body shape and brand, but your wetsuits needs to fit snugly in order to work.
If it’s baggy, you’ll lose the benefit of insulation and instead have a lot of cold salty water sloshing around
inside your suit.
What else do you need to think about when choosing a wetsuit? Primarily, what you’ll be using it for.