wet suit mm

Discussion in 'Mid Atlantic' started by jimbo_robinson, Jan 27, 2008.

  1. jimbo_robinson

    jimbo_robinson Well-Known Member

    218
    Nov 21, 2007
    whats a good mm for a wetsuit. I am wondering what to get, a 5-4-3 or a 6-5-4 hyperflex. I alreadyhave a 3-2.
     
  2. Swellinfo

    Swellinfo Administrator

    May 19, 2006
    i've never worn a 6/5/4, but a 5/4/3 should suffice for the delmarva waters.
     

  3. Jrzlocal

    Jrzlocal New Member

    2
    Sep 30, 2007
    i have a 654 hyperflex i live in cnj and it works real nice
     
  4. Dawn_Patrol

    Dawn_Patrol Well-Known Member

    433
    Jan 26, 2007
    if you get a decent hooded 5/4/3 it will be more than enough. Thats even going back to some winters where the water spent some time in the upper 30's I've tried a 6 mm. and it just seems like more than you really need around here.
     
  5. Chris Joyner

    Chris Joyner Moderator

    690
    May 23, 2006
    You surfing this week?
     
  6. OCSpongR

    OCSpongR Well-Known Member

    75
    May 25, 2006
    I own An F Bomb 5/4/3 w/ hood and a Psyco 4/3 and a 3/2.
    I only where the Fbomb in water colder than 50 and I LIKE TO BE WARM.
    A GOOD 5/4/3 and a GOOD 3/2 are all you really need other than a shorty.
     
  7. surferboi0911

    surferboi0911 Well-Known Member

    262
    Apr 18, 2007
    i just got a hyperflex 5/4/3 hooded and it keeps me nice and toasty
     
  8. Dawn_Patrol

    Dawn_Patrol Well-Known Member

    433
    Jan 26, 2007
    yup...thats it.
     
  9. DPR

    DPR Well-Known Member

    303
    Jan 27, 2008
    if i see a 5-4-3 at K Coast for $210, and a 6-5-4 an eboadyboarding.com for $210 should i get the 6-5-4. Does that get to warm?
     
    Last edited: Jan 27, 2008
  10. Dawn_Patrol

    Dawn_Patrol Well-Known Member

    433
    Jan 26, 2007
    It TOTALLY depends on the quality/fit/design of the suit! It sounds like you should go to a shop, talk to someone who knows wetsuits, and try a few of them on.
     
  11. DPR

    DPR Well-Known Member

    303
    Jan 27, 2008
    I tried on a medium at K Coast and it fit . Do you think i can trust ebodyboarding.com
     
  12. Swellinfo

    Swellinfo Administrator

    May 19, 2006
    ebodyboarding is very trust worthy. If you are unsure, I would call up ebodyboarding and talk to Jay or Vicky to feel more secure about your purchase. They are great people.
     
  13. DPR

    DPR Well-Known Member

    303
    Jan 27, 2008
    if it doesnt fit me will they let me return it.
     
  14. tyrone

    tyrone Well-Known Member

    95
    Jan 15, 2008
    dont go to K-coast, the wall mart of surf shops. Try Chauncey's or malibus to find someone who actually cares about the product they sell you. I've got a 4/3 rip curl with batwing and i'm warm surfing all year from gloucester, ma to delmarva.
     
  15. Chris Joyner

    Chris Joyner Moderator

    690
    May 23, 2006
    Yes and they have a very good size chart to work from before you order check it out.
     
  16. goin_retro

    goin_retro Well-Known Member

    184
    Sep 5, 2006
    I had the same one for about three years and it kept me warm throughout the winter. I had to get a new one only because the wear I put on it, it started leaking a little. But overall it is an amazing/versatile suit. The batwing system is great.

    I know wear a Bodyglove Vapor 5/4 and it too is amazing. The water wicking system it uses is amazing and it is the most form fitting wetsuit I have worn.
     
  17. Bad Bug Surfing

    Bad Bug Surfing Well-Known Member

    152
    Dec 15, 2006
    My hyperflex Amp 5/4/3 has kept me Very warm in 34 degree water and 15 degree air temps. With a howling wind. GREAT bang for the buck
     
  18. samsurfs

    samsurfs Active Member

    36
    Jan 28, 2008
    hey i have a similar question would i be ok to get in the water this time of year with a 4-3 amped hyper flex with 5-3 booties 3 mm gloves and a 3 mm hood?
    ________
    TOYOTA COROLLA E30
     
    Last edited: Mar 5, 2011
  19. Chris Joyner

    Chris Joyner Moderator

    690
    May 23, 2006
    That is what I have in DE right now. 4/3 5MM boots and gloves and 3 MM hood. I am also older than most but it works for me.
     
  20. samsurfs

    samsurfs Active Member

    36
    Jan 28, 2008
    cool thanks
    ________
    Birth control forums
     
    Last edited: Mar 5, 2011