what's the best wetsuit?

some recent insulation:
1) Billabong FOIL 5/4. Got hypothermic wearing it, I could feel the water rushing in through the seams while wading out. Junk
2) Xcel Xflex 3/2. Warm and very stretchy. Put a fin through it and they replaced an entire panel for free : )
3) Oneill HEAT 6/5/4. Super warm and well constructed. Doesn't fit me all that well. Water pools up around my lower back
4) Patagonia R5. Just scored this suit for $420 off the sale rack! Can't wait to try it out. Feels a little heavy and not so stretchy. I bet the new ones are lighter, but i wonder if they are as durable.
5) Xcel DrylocK 7mil boots and gloves. Awesome here in winter RI. Can be a pain getting the gloves on and off

 

thanks for the advice dudes

 

Dear mr fun

Your going to be ok. Don't worry, everything will be alright. That's basically what a majority of Belmar surfers wear.
5/4 suite with 7 boots. Most guys opt for 5 mil lobster claw gloves.

See you in the Belmar lineup
Your friend
Mr Belmar

 

I only got an oneill mutant 5/4/3 for all winter in RI. Need a good Xcel soon!!!

 

I have to agree Hyperflex boot and gloves are junk . I only use the Xcel Drylocks

 

Not suits. But based on my experiences during the past two winters with their shoddily constructed hoods, gloves, and boots, I'll never buy one.