Wetsuit Wear

Wetsuits

None of us are aware of what dangers wait around the corner on the dark streets. Well just the same thing applies to the sea. A lightweight and skintight wetsuit that most water sports professionals wear will not only help us to swim better, but they will also protect our body from the cold.

However, despite these reasons, there are still many who choose not to wear a wetsuit. Below are some reasons as to why they should be worn.

Hypothermia is something that can be extremely serious. Many of you may not think that this will ever happen, especially to those who only surf in the summer. However, you will discover that the risk of contracting hypothermia is still high, even when you are swimming in warmer waters at noon. Hypothermia is due to the fact that water is 25 times more heat-conducting than air, which makes your body lose its heat. Therefore, the longer you stay in the water, the more body heat you will lose.

This can be prevented by wearing a wetsuit. They are made of lightweight closed-cell neoprene which allows a film of water to exist between the suit and your body. Because water is heat conducting, it draws away the heat from your body but is not released to the surroundings because it is trapped by the suit. It is this layer that acts as an insulator, providing you warmth derived from your own body. When this fact is added to the nitrogen gas bubbles that exist in the lining of the wetsuit which prevents heat loss, you will remain warm in cold waters.

Wearing a wetsuit also protects your body. Even though they are not indestructible, the neoprene material will lessen any blows that you may receive. And let's face it, rather than a piece of coral cutting your skin open, it would be advised to let your wetsuit take the blow.

Buoyancy is another reason why wetsuits are ideal. Due to the buoyant nature of neoprene, a wetsuit will help you to stay afloat, which is perfect for poor swimmers. However, it must be understood that wetsuits are not life vests, but they will help.

Wetsuits are broken up into several body types. There are full body wetsuits that protect the arms, legs, and torso, and which sometimes have a hood attachment. These wetsuits are ideal for cold water. A spring suit with ¾ sleeves and legs can be used in warmer waters, and for even warmer waters, some manufacturers make shorties, which have very short arms and legs with full torso protection.

Different types of wetsuits also have different thicknesses which are measured in millimeters. They can be found in a uniform thickness or with a torso that is slightly thicker than the edges: a 5/3 wetsuit would be for cold waters, for example, has a 1/5 inch (5 millimeter) torso and 1/10 inch (three millimeters) arms and legs.

When selecting a wetsuit, ensure that you choose one that is right for your needs. Aim for a snug, but not tight, fit. If your wetsuit is too tight, you will be restricted when it comes to moving which could cause breathing problems. This will also damage your wetsuit because it will be stretched out of proportion. On the other hand, a wetsuit should not be too loose, as this will not protect your body.

Wetsuits can also help to protect the body from dangerous objects that are found on beaches such as bits of shell, sharp stones, coral etc. They are also great for protecting the skin against the sun's UV rays. A wetsuit would also protect the body from such things as jellyfish stings. It is always better to be safe than sorry. Wear a wetsuit for your own protection!

After each use of your wetsuit it is advised to rinse it out in clean water and hang it out to dry away from direct sunlight and heat. If your wetsuit begins to smell, it should be hand-washed in a mild detergent or an enzymatic cleaner.

Wetsuits are a great tool to help get the most fun out of your watersport!