Best 1-1.5 mm Tropical Wetsuit: 80-84 degrees F

[iim7v7im7]

Hi,

I am looking to replace my 11 year old Diveskin 0.5 mm wetsuit. It has proven warm enough for 9 out of 10 situations and I own a 3 mm Pinnacle for when I need it. There seems to be more options out there today in the 1-1.5 mm range than in 0.5 mm (Scubapro), Everything also appears to be rear zip vs. front zip (warmth over convenience). I have identified nine suits:

1. Akona 1 mm Full Wetsuit
2. Bare 1 mm Sport Full
3. Cressi One Man 1mm
4. Henderson Microprene 2 (1.5 mm)
5. Mares 1 mm Coral
6. Oceanic Ultra 1 mm Jumpsuit
7. Pinnacle Shadow 2 (1.5 mm)
8. Scubapro Tropical 1 mm
9. Tilos 1 mm Metalite Jumpsuit

Of these, or others you can suggest, which is the most durable, best fitting to get for this 50+ year old, 6'3", 210 lb body?

Thanks,

Bob

 

[MAKO Spearguns]

We hope that you will take a moment and check out our wetsuits as well. We offer a 1.5 mm full one-piece suit at a very competitive price.


MAKO 1-Piece Tropical Camouflage Closed Cell Wetsuit (1.5 and 3.5 mm)

MAKO 1-Piece Blue Camouflage Closed Cell Wetsuit (1.5 and 3.5 mm)

 

[iim7v7im7]

I did take a moment (thanks). Not my cup of tea.



Bob

We hope that you will take a moment and check out our wetsuits as well. We offer a 1.5 mm full one-piece suit at a very competitive price.


MAKO 1-Piece Tropical Camouflage Closed Cell Wetsuit (1.5 and 3.5 mm)

MAKO 1-Piece Blue Camouflage Closed Cell Wetsuit (1.5 and 3.5 mm)


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[iim7v7im7]

Hi,

In the absence of input from the forum, I went ahead and ordered a 1.5 mm Pinnacle Shadow 2 based on my expeience with my 3 mm Pinnacle suit. I will follow up when it arrives.

Bob

Hi,

I am looking to replace my 11 year old Diveskin 0.5 mm wetsuit. It has proven warm enough for 9 out of 10 situations and I own a 3 mm Pinnacle for when I need it. There seems to be more options out there today in the 1-1.5 mm range than in 0.5 mm (Scubapro), Everything also appears to be rear zip vs. front zip (warmth over convenience). I have identified nine suits:

1. Akona 1 mm Full Wetsuit
2. Bare 1 mm Sport Full
3. Cressi One Man 1mm
4. Henderson Microprene 2 (1.5 mm)
5. Mares 1 mm Coral
6. Oceanic Ultra 1 mm Jumpsuit
7. Pinnacle Shadow 2 (1.5 mm)
8. Scubapro Tropical 1 mm
9. Tilos 1 mm Metalite Jumpsuit

Of these, or others you can suggest, which is the most durable, best fitting to get for this 50+ year old, 6'3", 210 lb body?

Thanks,

Bob

 

[parzdiver]

Sorry I missed this thread before you ordered. I have nothing against the Pinnacle, I have 3mm and 7mm suits from them. But for my 1mm I went with the Mares Coral. As with any wet suit, it is all about the fit. I found it very comfortable. My wife and a number of other people also have the Corals, they seem to have just the right stretch and fit for a variety of shapes and sizes.

Good luck with the Pinnacle.

 

[Michael McQueen]

Tilos makes a fantastic wetsuit at a great price, check out the 1mm metalite you mentioned.

 

[Shftrdog]

Go with the Cressi or Bare suit. You will love both of them, great durablilty and confort. I would pick either of those

 

[Dave616]

I bought the Bare 1mm Sport Full last April and took it to St. Lucia. I also bought the 3mm Sport Vest. I loved the layered combo and it kept plenty warm.
The 1mm Sport suit is very stretchy and contours the body well. Easy to pack, light weight, dried quickly. I would recommend the combo for anyone.
I think I got the 1mm suit on LeisurePro for $69 on sale IIRC; last I saw they were around $96.

 

[WarriorWolf]

what have you done .. i'm looking for 1mm too ..

the main issue is i find weight start from 125lbs and i'm 115lbs ... what's the solution?

 

[miked]

Hi WarriorWolf.
A couple of things: This thread is 2+ years old, and it's possible that the OP isn't around to reply.
Perhaps starting your own thread would be more helpful for you.

Regarding what suit to get:
Try some on, get the one that has the best fit.
I'm not sure that the weight thing would be a major issue.
I have a Henderson Microprene 2 that I really like.
Good Luck with your selection.