Fourth element xenos vs proteus

[Candiru]

I'm looking to get a new 3mm suit. Does anybody have any input regarding the proteus vs xenos?

 

[Dive Right In Scuba 2]

Are you looking at the male or female models? Both suits are similar in features and price point. I have had a few women not like the fit of the xenos, while others love it...I guess it's a matter or personal preference.

My first recommendation would be to try each on and see which fits/feels better. wetsuits really are a personal thing.

 

[Candiru]

Male, the cut seems similar except the proteus has the neck dam?


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[Dive Right In Scuba 2]

Yes, it does have the neck dam. Some find it to be useful. It's a good feature unless you have issues with stuff around your neck feeling "constricting".

 

[Candiru]

I've read that people have trouble with self donning. I assume that self donning is possible and requires similar dexterity to a hooded vest.


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[Dive Right In Scuba 2]

I've read that people have trouble with self donning. I assume that self donning is possible and requires similar dexterity to a hooded vest.


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A great deal of ease(or struggle) will depend on your personal build and flexibility. Some find the neck dam to be a pain to self don, while others just slide into it easily. I personally have rather broad shoulders so just about any exposure suit has an added element of struggle to don.