Roth Regatta

It is essential that when involved in water sports you consider a wetsuit instead of swimming trunks. The main reason is it protects us from the hazards of the sea (jellyfish) and also it keeps us warm from chilly waters. This is done by the layer of water existing between the inner layer of the suit and the body, which acts as an insulator enabling us to retain our body heat.

It is essential to choose a wetsuit which suits our body; the suit shouldn’t be too loose or too tight, because it

may result in flapping uselessly around when we move and loosing body heat. A suit that fits too tight is going to be very difficult to get in and out of. The following are my suggestions on choosing a perfect wetsuits:

1) First of all, make sure you go to the right place. A wetsuit isn’t exactly the type of clothing you will get at a bargain basement shop. Go to the appropriate store to get the wetsuit for your own individual sport. If you’re getting a wetsuit for surfing, go to the surf

boards store. If you want to go scuba-diving, go to the diving store. You get the idea.

2) It is not always true that an expensive brand assures quality, its better to do your homework first. That is you can get ideal suggestions from forums, product reviews etc. And also it won’t hurt you to ask the attendant for his or her suggestions on the ideal wetsuit, they will usually be honest and informative, even better ask them which one they use.

3) The most important factor to consider wh

en selecting a wetsuit is the fit. The Sleeve and leg openings should close down tight against our skin to stop water flushing in and out. The fit should be skintight around the crotch area, armpits and the shoulders.