Question Need a new wetsuit 3mm or maybe 5mm

[CathyE]

Standard women’s sizes are too small. Henderson used to make a larger women’s size (love my 7mm) seems they don’t now. My old 3mm was a custom Oceaner, but they are not responding and dive shop has closed.
A Bare or Henderson men’s XXL fits in the core but not even close in the legs, way too long and wide. I loved the ankle zippers on my custom suit. I bought a Bare 2mm exosuit(?) and it is good in Caribbean spring (summer, fall) but I don’t think it will be warm enough in Dec. it is also huge in the legs.
At 63, I don’t want to spend a fortune, is there anyone who does a reasonable custom 3mm?
Thanks!

 

[BoltSnap]

At 63, I don’t want to spend a fortune,

What's wrong or so special about being 63 and not wanting to spend a "fortune" on a properly fitting suit?

 

[CathyE]

So, no input from anyone not blocked? Okay :-(

 

[blue steal]

Not sure what your budget is, my friends and I use JMJ wetsuits.
I have been quite happy with the quality and fit.
For me I’ve had them make a 7mm fullsuit, 5mm hooded vest, 5mm long sleeve shortie, and custom hood. All fit well and have taken lots of abuse and still look feel and fit well.

 

[CathyE]

Not sure what your budget is, my friends and I use JMJ wetsuits.
I have been quite happy with the quality and fit.
For me I’ve had them make a 7mm fullsuit, 5mm hooded vest, 5mm long sleeve shortie, and custom hood. All fit well and have taken lots of abuse and still look feel and fit well.

Thank you!

 

[nudi_hunter]

Standard women’s sizes are too small. Henderson used to make a larger women’s size (love my 7mm) seems they don’t now. My old 3mm was a custom Oceaner, but they are not responding and dive shop has closed.
A Bare or Henderson men’s XXL fits in the core but not even close in the legs, way too long and wide. I loved the ankle zippers on my custom suit. I bought a Bare 2mm exosuit(?) and it is good in Caribbean spring (summer, fall) but I don’t think it will be warm enough in Dec. it is also huge in the legs.
At 63, I don’t want to spend a fortune, is there anyone who does a reasonable custom 3mm?
Thanks!

I'm just going through the order process with Oceaner for a custom 3mm, so I can certainly confirm they're still active (physically verified, as I'm only 20 minutes from their facility!)

My quote came to $535 CAD for the suit plus $200 for custom sizing and $108 for ankle zippers if desired.

 

[CathyE]

I'm just going through the order process with Oceaner for a custom 3mm, so I can certainly confirm they're still active (physically verified, as I'm only 20 minutes from their facility!)

My quote came to $535 CAD for the suit plus $200 for custom sizing and $108 for ankle zippers if desired.

Thanks,
My husband put out another email/site message and got a response, so I will be submitting a measurement form for a quote. Thanks again!
I guess I just need to decide if, as a 64 yo old, do I want to spend a grand for a wetsuit. :-( ($535 + $200 + $108 + shipping) Can I manage with my floppy 2mm and a 2mm shorty over top.
During June and Aug in Cuba, April in Roatan, and Sept in Curacao this year the temps were a balmy 85 to 90+, no problem. However Dec in Cayo Largo, Cuba was cooler, occasionally dropping to 79. Decisions, decisions, decisions.

 

[johndiver999]

Before you drop that much for a 3 mm suit for 79 degree water, check out these guys. I bought a custom suit from them, you will have to check on price and any tariffs, but they are a good company. Order - Elios Sub