Wetsuit Design

Discussion in 'All Discussions' started by Onelove87, Mar 7, 2013.

  1. Onelove87

    Onelove87 Well-Known Member

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    Aug 8, 2012
    This winter has been rough on my 4/3 this year and I believe its time to start looking at a new wetsuit. But I wanted to know what people think about 4/3 with a attached hood and one with out. Is there drastic changes with warmth between them and will it restrict the movement of my head?
     
  2. numbone

    numbone Well-Known Member

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    Dec 29, 2012
    4/3 w hood is the only way to go in deep winter.less flushing,no more restriction than detached
     

  3. es-dot

    es-dot Well-Known Member

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    Jan 20, 2013
    ripcurls insulator 4.3 has a detachable hood that zips in and works great
     
  4. Mitchell

    Mitchell Well-Known Member

    Jan 5, 2009
    I've been surfing the last few weeks in an Xcel 4/3 Infinity drylock with attached hood. Plenty warm in water in the low 40s. Like any hood built into the suit, its more confining than a bonnet hoot, and a whole lot warmer....worthwhile trade off in colder water.
     
    Last edited: Mar 9, 2013