I need to buy a new wetsuit

[chvyhs]

I was looking at a new Oneil, Avalon, 7mm, for $199.00. It's a single piece with an integrated hood. Does this sound like a good deal? I'll be diving off the Southern California coast no deeper than 100ft. I plan to get this suit unless some one can show me it's not worth the money or there's a better one for the same amount or less.

 

[mike_s]

How about a 7mm for $169 or a 2 piece farmer john 6.5mm for $169.
not sure how they compare to the one you're looking at though.

http://www.divesports.com/mall/akona_ws_akms404.asp

http://www.divesports.com/mall/akona_ws_akms504.asp

 

[chvyhs]

So, would the two piece give me 13mm on the torso?

 

[SadiesMom]

So, would the two piece give me 13mm on the torso?

Yes.

 

[chvyhs]

How about a 7mm for $169 or a 2 piece farmer john 6.5mm for $169.
not sure how they compare to the one you're looking at though.

http://www.divesports.com/mall/akona_ws_akms404.asp

http://www.divesports.com/mall/akona_ws_akms504.asp

I like the 2 piece 6.5mm. Does anyone around here have any experiance with their wetsuits?