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| Most of the brands listed below offer wetsuits for a variety of conditions including winter and cold water. [[:paddle_clothing|General Paddle Clothing Options]] | Most of the brands listed below offer wetsuits for a variety of conditions including winter and cold water. [[:paddle_clothing|General Paddle Clothing Options]] | ||
| - | **See [[:wetsuits|Wetsuit Basics]]**<WRAP center round info 90%>\\ | + | For information about wetsuit construction and care **See [[:wetsuits|Wetsuit Basics]]**<WRAP center round info 90%>\\ |
| //When you see prices that seem low compared to other products there usually is a reason, most likely you are looking at less expensive neoprene with overlock or flatlock stitching which will not keep you nearly as protected from leakage and faster flush through. And the neoprene may very possibly be more water absorbant and less flexible than higher quality, more expensive options. If you're not a frequent wetsuit user and your water isn't real cold, then less expensive may be the way to start before you are sure you need something better. But you probably won't get the sense of how comfortable you can be until you try a well made, good fitting wetsuit.// \\ | //When you see prices that seem low compared to other products there usually is a reason, most likely you are looking at less expensive neoprene with overlock or flatlock stitching which will not keep you nearly as protected from leakage and faster flush through. And the neoprene may very possibly be more water absorbant and less flexible than higher quality, more expensive options. If you're not a frequent wetsuit user and your water isn't real cold, then less expensive may be the way to start before you are sure you need something better. But you probably won't get the sense of how comfortable you can be until you try a well made, good fitting wetsuit.// \\ | ||
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| - | Some of the listings below show countries where companies originated, but many of the bigger companies are truly multinational now. | + | Many of the **bigger companies are** truly **multinational** now. |
| - | * [[https://www.bodyglove.com/pages/search-results?q=wetsuit|Bodyglove]] USA some suits described as containing "infrared insulation" which we assume is intended to mean it retains radiant heat with some reflective material | + | * **Australia** |
| - | * [[https://www.eliossub.com/tailored/|Elios]] Italy tailored wetsuits | + | * [[https://madeforit.com.au/|Made For It ]] AUS includes colorful wetsuits and wetsuits designed for women |
| - | * [[https://feralsurfing.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw5vz2BRAtEiwAbcVILwHEf4BL9E5rHnX72xhmqjIXc4wksQ5VSFbBxSxJ4O3Kfcmgfp4PMhoC1iAQAvD_BwE|Feral ]]Cali, USA includes limestone neoprene suits | + | * [[https://needessentials.com/|NeedEssentials]] AUS limestone neoprene and natural rubber. "independent surf company, operated entirely by surfers" - operates more like a local company, direct supply, no retail markup. |
| - | * [[https://usa.finisterre.com/blogs/broadcast/wetsuits|Finisterre ]]UK - one of a few companies as of 2020 that can recycle neoprene and Yulex. Ultimately promises to offer buy back option for old wetsuits. But they do not currently seem to offer many of their own wetsuits (use their search function to find what wetsuits they do have). Appears to be primarily a clothing store. | + | * [[https://www.peak.com.au/|Peak]] AUS |
| - | * [[https://giantfish.us/|Giant Fish]] Oregon, USA lightweight tops and bottoms, limestone neoprene, designed for paddlers | + | * [[https://www.ripcurl.com/us/shop?q=wetsuit|Ripcurl]] AUS |
| - | * Scott Darling Interview with Nick Murray - [[https://tcsurfski.com/2023/02/04/ppp-episode-42-leveling-up-with-giant-fish-founder-scott-darling/|TCSurfski Podcast]] | + | * [[https://www.rubberjungle.com/|Rubber Jungle]] AUS |
| - | * [[https://hyperflexusa.com/|Hyperflex]] USA Neoprene and Greenprene | + | * [[https://www.vaikobi.com/|Vaikobi]] AUS, traditionally specialized in lighter options for athletes, but they do now carry some warmer options with thicker neoprene and titanium reflective material. |
| - | * [[https://huubcanada.ca/en/|Huub]] Canada triathlon suits | + | * [[https://www.zhik.com/mens/waterwear/wetsuits.html|Zhik]] AUS, more focused on sailor wear (with specific features like "drainage") that do not suit immersion users, but some of their products are designed for paddle sports. They have some yulex options. |
| - | * [[https://surfisurus.com/|Isurus]] USA limestone neoprene | + | * **Canada** |
| - | * [[https://surfisurus.com/collections/outlet|Outlet Sales]] | + | * [[https://huubcanada.ca/en/|Huub]] CAN triathlon suits |
| - | * **Liberated Brands** | + | * **France** |
| - | * [[https://www.billabong.com/|Billabong]] USA Neoprene (seem to use recycled materials extensively) and Yulex | + | * [[https://www.manera.com/|Manera]] FRA (including limestone neoprene), in 2024 they have started state of the art neoprene recycling - initially available at shops in France |
| - | * [[https://www.quiksilver.com/search/?q=wetsuit|Quicksilver ]]USA has limestone neoprene | + | * [[https://www.picture-organic-clothing.com/|Picture]] FRA Clothing co.committed to sustainability. More recent entrant into making wetsuits. Wetsuit material - "Eicoprene" a non-petroleum based synthetic foam derived from a mix of oyster shell powder, limestone, and recycled tires |
| - | * [[https://www.volcom.com/|Volcom]] USA, limestone neoprene | + | * [[https://sennosen.com/collections/combinaisons-de-surf|SNS (Sen no Sen)]] FRA Yulex and limestone neoprene suits |
| - | * [[https://www.lomo.co.uk/products/|Lomo]] UK (including plus sizes) | + | * [[https://surfwear.sooruz.com/environnement/|Sooruz ]]FRA Bioprene and Oysterprene. Sooruz is also now collecting and recycling old neoprene into a product for other uses. Their collection sites are currently (2021) only in France. |
| - | * [[https://www.manera.com/|Manera]] France (including limestone neoprene), in 2024 they have started state of the art neoprene recycling - initially available at shops in France | + | * **Italy** |
| - | * [[https://www.matuse.com/|Matuse]] USA (calls their limestone neoprene "Geoprene") | + | * [[https://www.eliossub.com/tailored/|Elios]] ITA tailored wetsuits |
| - | * [[https://mockepaddling.com/product/paddling-wetsuit-fullsuit/|Mocke Paddling Wetsuit]] RSA at 2mm this is in the thinner range for immersion protection, but it is billed as being designed for paddlers. | + | * **Netherlands** |
| - | * [[https://www.mysticboarding.com/|Mystic]] Netherlands (including limestone neoprene) | + | * [[https://www.mysticboarding.com/|Mystic]] NLD (including limestone neoprene) |
| - | * [[https://www.neilpryde.com/|Neil Pryde]] CT, USA | + | * [[https://srface.com/|Srface]] NLD uses limestone based neoprene, as of 2020 just shipping to European countries? |
| - | * [[https://usa.nineplus.com/|Nineplus]] UK limestone based neoprene | + | * **New Zealand** |
| - | * [[https://www.nrs.com/search/?q=wetsuits|NRS]] USA | + | * [[https://www.blueseventy.co.nz/|Blue 70]] NZ |
| - | * [[https://us.oneill.com/|ONeill]] USA | + | * [[https://www.bodyline.co.nz/|Bodyline]] NZ |
| - | * [[https://www.patagonia.com/search/?q=wetsuit&lang=en_US|Patagonia]] USA - only company as of 2020 with lifetime warranty on all of their wetsuits | + | * [[https://www.c-skins.co.nz/|C-Skins]] NZ surfer wetsuits with high end & recycled materials |
| - | * [[https://www.peak.com.au/|Peak]] AUS | + | * [[https://orcasports.nz/|Orca]] NZ will recycle your old wetsuits and give credit toward new purchase |
| - | * [[https://www.picture-organic-clothing.com/|Picture]] FRA Clothing co.committed to sustainability. More recent entrant into making wetsuits. Wetsuit material - "Eicoprene" a non-petroleum based synthetic foam derived from a mix of oyster shell powder, limestone, and recycled tires | + | * [[https://www.seventhwave.co.nz/|Seventh Wave]] NZ - offers tailored wetsuits, limestone based neoprene**** |
| - | * [[http://www.wetsuit.com/|Promotion]] one of their bases is in the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River where they have a large water windsport clientele. They make their gear onsite and have been known to quickly make custom versions of their water protection clothing on request if you visit their store and they can measure you. They also offer a large selection of deeply discounted factory second wetsuit gear at their store (if the reason for the discount is a cosmetic blemish - who cares, right?). | + | * ******South Africa** |
| - | * Ridge UK out of business 11/2020 | + | * [[https://www.coralwetsuits.co.za/|Coral Wetsuits]] RSA |
| - | * [[https://www.ripcurl.com/us/shop?q=wetsuit|Ripcurl]] | + | * [[https://mockepaddling.com/product/paddling-wetsuit-fullsuit/|Mocke Paddling Wetsuit]] RSA <font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>(Shutting shop 2026)</font> at 2mm this is in the thinner range for immersion protection, but it is billed as being designed for paddlers. |
| - | * [[https://www.7till8.com/|7till8 ]]USA Custom limestone neoprene suits | + | * [[https://reefshop.co.za/|Reef]] RSA |
| - | * Schnell limestone neoprene - (<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>link disabled due to phishing detection</font>) | + | * [[https://sunsetsurf.co.za/product-category/wetsuits/|Sunset Surf]] RSA |
| - | * [[https://www.seventhwave.co.nz/|Seventh Wave]] New Zealand - offers tailored wetsuits, limestone based neoprene | + | * **United Kingdom** |
| - | * [[https://sennosen.com/collections/combinaisons-de-surf|SNS (Sen no Sen)]] France Yulex and limestone neoprene suits | + | * [[https://www.gillmarine.com/|Gill Marine]] Clothing for sailors, with a simple set of offerings in neoprene. Outlet sales can have good discounts. |
| - | * [[https://surfwear.sooruz.com/environnement/|Sooruz ]]France Bioprene and Oysterprene. Sooruz is also now collecting and recycling old neoprene into a product for other uses. Their collection sites are currently (2021) only in France. | + | * [[https://usa.finisterre.com/blogs/broadcast/wetsuits|Finisterre ]]UK - one of a few companies as of 2020 that can recycle neoprene and Yulex. Ultimately promises to offer buy back option for old wetsuits. But they do not currently seem to offer many of their own wetsuits (use their search function to find what wetsuits they do have). Appears to be primarily a clothing store. |
| - | * [[https://srface.com/|Srface]] Holland, uses limestone based neoprene, as of 2020 just shipping to European countries? | + | * [[https://www.lomo.co.uk/products/|Lomo]] UK (including plus sizes) |
| - | * [[http://www.tikiwetsuits.com/|Tiki]] UK | + | * [[https://usa.nineplus.com/|Nineplus]] UK limestone based neoprene |
| - | * [[https://www.vaikobi.com/|Vaikobi]] Australia, traditionally specialized in lighter options for athletes, but they do now carry some warmer options with thicker neoprene and titanium reflective material. | + | * [[http://www.tikiwetsuits.com/|Tiki]] UK |
| - | * [[https://www.vissla.com/shop/wetsuits-lycra/|Vissla]] USA recycled rubber, limestone neoprene, other green manufacturing aspects | + | * **USA** |
| - | * [[https://xcelwetsuits.com/|Xcel]] USA has limestone neoprene - do they call it "Veoprene"? | + | * [[https://www.bodyglove.com/pages/search-results?q=wetsuit|Bodyglove]] USA some suits described as containing "infrared insulation" which we assume is intended to mean it retains radiant heat with some reflective material |
| - | * [[https://www.xterrawetsuits.com/|Xterra]] specialized for Triathlons - different distribution of thicknesses to aid swimming position and flexibility in shoulders | + | * [[https://www.dakine.com/collections/wetsuits|Dakine]] USA (for some reason their website is showing no products Nov. 2024, but they have a full line, example - [[https://adventuresportsusa.com/collections/dakine-wetsuits|adventuresports]]) |
| - | * [[https://www.zhik.com/mens/waterwear/wetsuits.html|Zhik]] Australia, more focused on sailor wear (with specific features like "drainage") that do not suit immersion users, but some of their products are designed for paddle sports. They have some yulex options. | + | * [[https://feralsurfing.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw5vz2BRAtEiwAbcVILwHEf4BL9E5rHnX72xhmqjIXc4wksQ5VSFbBxSxJ4O3Kfcmgfp4PMhoC1iAQAvD_BwE|Feral ]]Cali, USA includes limestone neoprene suits |
| + | * [[https://www.hurley.co.za/collections/wetsuits|Hurley]] USA | ||
| + | * [[https://hyperflexusa.com/|Hyperflex]] USA Neoprene and Greenprene | ||
| + | * [[https://surfisurus.com/|Isurus]] USA limestone neoprene | ||
| + | * [[https://surfisurus.com/collections/outlet|Outlet Sales]] | ||
| + | * **Liberated Brands** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.billabong.com/|Billabong]] USA Neoprene (seem to use recycled materials extensively) and Yulex | ||
| + | * [[https://www.quiksilver.com/search/?q=wetsuit|Quicksilver ]]USA has limestone neoprene | ||
| + | * [[https://www.volcom.com/|Volcom]] USA, limestone neoprene | ||
| + | * [[https://www.matuse.com/|Matuse]] USA (calls their limestone neoprene "Geoprene") | ||
| + | * [[https://www.neilpryde.com/|Neil Pryde]] CT, USA | ||
| + | * [[https://www.nrs.com/search/?q=wetsuits|NRS]] USA | ||
| + | * [[https://us.oneill.com/|ONeill]] USA | ||
| + | * [[https://www.patagonia.com/search/?q=wetsuit&lang=en_US|Patagonia]] USA - only company as of 2020 with lifetime warranty on all of their wetsuits | ||
| + | * [[http://www.wetsuit.com/|Promotion]] one of their bases is in the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River where they have a large water windsport clientele. They make their gear onsite and have been known to quickly make custom versions of their water protection clothing on request if you visit their store and they can measure you. They also offer a large selection of deeply discounted factory second wetsuit gear at their store (if the reason for the discount is a cosmetic blemish - who cares, right?). | ||
| + | * [[https://www.7till8.com/|7till8 ]]USA Custom limestone neoprene suits | ||
| + | * [[https://www.vissla.com/shop/wetsuits-lycra/|Vissla]] USA recycled rubber, limestone neoprene, other green manufacturing aspects | ||
| + | * [[https://www.vissla.com/collections/new-seas-wetsuits|New Seas Collection]] | ||
| + | * [[https://xcelwetsuits.com/|Xcel]] USA has limestone neoprene - do they call it "Veoprene"? | ||
| + | * [[https://www.xterrawetsuits.com/|Xterra]] specialized for Triathlons - different distribution of thicknesses to aid swimming position and flexibility in shoulders | ||
| + | * **Out of Business ?** | ||
| + | * [[https://giantfish.us/|Giant Fish]] Oregon, USA (<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>Out of business Jan 2026</font>) lightweight tops and bottoms, limestone neoprene, designed for paddlers | ||
| + | * Scott Darling Interview with Nick Murray - [[https://tcsurfski.com/2023/02/04/ppp-episode-42-leveling-up-with-giant-fish-founder-scott-darling/|TCSurfski Podcast]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19iJzpdxU3/|Gorge Paddler Review 2025]] (facebook) | ||
| + | * Ridge UK out of business 11/2020 | ||
| + | * Schnell - limestone neoprene | ||
| + | * … | ||
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| ===== Online Multi-Brand Stores ===== | ===== Online Multi-Brand Stores ===== | ||
| - | <WRAP indent> | + | This is only a sampling. You often can find additional multi-brand stores listed on your specific location wiki page here under the "Dealers" or "Resources" headings. |
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| - | This is only a sampling. You often can find additional multi-brand stores under your specific location in the "Dealers" or "Resources" headings. | + | |
| * [[https://webshop.aterra.se/|Aterra ]]**Sweden** | * [[https://webshop.aterra.se/|Aterra ]]**Sweden** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.basenz.com/|Base ]]**NZ** | ||
| * [[https://www.coastwatersports.com/|CoastWaterSports ]]**UK** | * [[https://www.coastwatersports.com/|CoastWaterSports ]]**UK** | ||
| * [[https://dietz.se/|Dietz ]]**Sweden** | * [[https://dietz.se/|Dietz ]]**Sweden** | ||
| * [[https://www.ekue-sport.de/|Ecü Sport ]]**Germany** | * [[https://www.ekue-sport.de/|Ecü Sport ]]**Germany** | ||
| * [[http://evo.com|Evo ]]**USA** | * [[http://evo.com|Evo ]]**USA** | ||
| - | * [[https://www.evo.com/lowest-price-guarantee|USA Low Price Guarantee]] | + | * [[https://www.evo.com/lowest-price-guarantee|Lowest USA Price Guarantee]] |
| + | * [[https://www.keepitsimplesurf.co.za/collections/wetsuits|KeepItSimple Surf ]]**RSA** | ||
| + | * [[https://komsurf.com/collections/wetsuits|Kommetje Surf ]]**RSA** | ||
| * [[https://www.rei.com/c/wetsuits|REI ]]**USA** | * [[https://www.rei.com/c/wetsuits|REI ]]**USA** | ||
| * [[https://www.steepandcheap.com/Store/catalog/search.jsp?s=u&q=wetsuits|SteepAndCheap ]]**USA ** (Backcountry bargain site) | * [[https://www.steepandcheap.com/Store/catalog/search.jsp?s=u&q=wetsuits|SteepAndCheap ]]**USA ** (Backcountry bargain site) | ||
| * [[https://www.swimoutlet.com/wetsuits-c13596/?campaignid=102912320&adgroupid=4486016600&keyword=wetsuits&matchtype=e&targetid=kwd-39514933&device=c&creativeid=309988204499&adposition=&adtype=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwo-aCBhC-ARIsAAkNQiup0Nrs4yHyTB_mcVRtCvK6U6unWuniQvDTPV0fxgz2lMhg3p2DALAaAtarEALw_wcB|SwimOutlet ]]**USA** | * [[https://www.swimoutlet.com/wetsuits-c13596/?campaignid=102912320&adgroupid=4486016600&keyword=wetsuits&matchtype=e&targetid=kwd-39514933&device=c&creativeid=309988204499&adposition=&adtype=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwo-aCBhC-ARIsAAkNQiup0Nrs4yHyTB_mcVRtCvK6U6unWuniQvDTPV0fxgz2lMhg3p2DALAaAtarEALw_wcB|SwimOutlet ]]**USA** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.watersportswarehouse.co.za/product-category/surf-gear/wetsuits-surf-gear/|Watersports Warehouse ]]**RSA** | ||
| * [[https://wetiz.eu/|Wetiz ]]**Germany** | * [[https://wetiz.eu/|Wetiz ]]**Germany** | ||
| - | * [[https://www.wetsuitwearhouse.com/wetsuits/category/wetsuits-by-brand.html|Wetsuit Warehouse ]]**USA** | + | * [[https://wetsuitfactory.com/|Wetsuit Factory ]]**AUS** |
| + | * **Wetsuit Warehouse** | ||
| + | * [[https://wetsuitwarehouse.com.au/|Wetsuit Warehouse ]]**AUS** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.wetsuitwarehouse.co.za/|Wetsuit Warehouse]]** RSA** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.wetsuitwearhouse.com/wetsuits/category/wetsuits-by-brand.html|Wetsuit Warehouse ]]**USA** | ||
| + | * [[https://www.wildwinds.co.nz/|Wildwinds ]]**NZ** | ||
| ===== Local Wetsuit Sources ===== | ===== Local Wetsuit Sources ===== | ||
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| + | (where the wiki admins live) | ||
| * **Bellingham, WA, USA** | * **Bellingham, WA, USA** | ||
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