Need wetsuit recommendation for "odd" body type

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hazmat

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I am about 5'7" and 115 lbs. Long legs and short torso. Runner's build. Clothes never fit me. I tried on a few wetsuits today and none fit me. First was a Bare 3mm size Small. Didn't fit at all. Second was a Pinnacle Venture 3mm size XS. The legs were too short but the torso was pretty good. Last was a Cressi Castoro 5mm size Small. The legs fit really well, but the torso was too loose. Are there any wetsuits out there that are cut very slim with longer legs and shorter torsos?

I just got my OW certification and know that I probably shouldn't be getting one just yet, but I'll be going to Cozumel in Feb. and knowing what I go through with clothing, I think I'd rather go there knowing I have one that fits me well, then be unhappy for the week with one that doesn't fit well.

I am under the impression that since I have such little body fat and get cold easily, I should get a 5mm.

Thanks for any suggestions.
 
I am about 5'7" and 115 lbs. Long legs and short torso. Runner's build. Clothes never fit me. I tried on a few wetsuits today and none fit me. First was a Bare 3mm size Small. Didn't fit at all. Second was a Pinnacle Venture 3mm size XS. The legs were too short but the torso was pretty good. Last was a Cressi Castoro 5mm size Small. The legs fit really well, but the torso was too loose. Are there any wetsuits out there that are cut very slim with longer legs and shorter torsos?

I just got my OW certification and know that I probably shouldn't be getting one just yet, but I'll be going to Cozumel in Feb. and knowing what I go through with clothing, I think I'd rather go there knowing I have one that fits me well, then be unhappy for the week with one that doesn't fit well.

I am under the impression that since I have such little body fat and get cold easily, I should get a 5mm.

Have you considered getting a custom made wetsuit? It will cost you a little more than an off the rack wetsuit, but the correct fit will be well worth the extra money. Good luck and good diving!
 
Thanks. I get the feeling it would be a lot more, no? The three I tried on were in the $100 range.
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/perdix-ai/

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