MtnDiverColorado
Contributor
Hello,
I currently have a 3mm Bare Reactive wetsuit, size ML, which I really like. From a sizing perspective, I am right in between an M and and ML. I went with the ML as in general I like my wetsuits a little roomier, knowing I am giving up some warmth. In a couple weeks, however, we are going to Kuaui, so I thought I would pick up the same wetsuit in a 5mm.
I went to our local dive shop, and was pleasantly surprised that they had one in stock, but figured I would try it on as long as I was there. It seemed significantly larger than my same size 3mm. My wife even commented that it looked baggy. They unfortunately didn't have a M to try. I did try on a M Waterproof brand wetsuit, though it seemed a bit tight through the shoulders.
After some conversation, I special ordered the Bare Reactive 5mm in a M. I find I am doubting myself a bit though, and wondering if it will be too tight. Maybe I should just go with the ML and use a Sharkskin underneath if it is too loose...
I suppose my question is, is there anybody else with experience with Bare 3mm and 5mm wetsuits.. Would it be normal for the 5mm to be a bit larger, or am I completely out of my mind?
Thanks for any input, even if it is to say I am out of my mind. Appreciated!
I currently have a 3mm Bare Reactive wetsuit, size ML, which I really like. From a sizing perspective, I am right in between an M and and ML. I went with the ML as in general I like my wetsuits a little roomier, knowing I am giving up some warmth. In a couple weeks, however, we are going to Kuaui, so I thought I would pick up the same wetsuit in a 5mm.
I went to our local dive shop, and was pleasantly surprised that they had one in stock, but figured I would try it on as long as I was there. It seemed significantly larger than my same size 3mm. My wife even commented that it looked baggy. They unfortunately didn't have a M to try. I did try on a M Waterproof brand wetsuit, though it seemed a bit tight through the shoulders.
After some conversation, I special ordered the Bare Reactive 5mm in a M. I find I am doubting myself a bit though, and wondering if it will be too tight. Maybe I should just go with the ML and use a Sharkskin underneath if it is too loose...
I suppose my question is, is there anybody else with experience with Bare 3mm and 5mm wetsuits.. Would it be normal for the 5mm to be a bit larger, or am I completely out of my mind?
Thanks for any input, even if it is to say I am out of my mind. Appreciated!