Neoprene integrity

[JDalts]

Sounds like you may also have a wrong understanding of neoprene used in wetsuits. It is closed cell foam, not open cell like a sponge. Water enters at cuffs and neck, and possibly the seams depending on construction, but it does not permeate the neoprene foam. There is a layer of fabric bonded to both sides of most wetsuits, and that is what is holding the water that needs to dry.
So, I doubt that little puddle of water is being released from the neoprene, it is probably just the surface moisture running down and pooling over time.

Great thank you - I guess that answers my question about the neoprene.

I think the amount of water in the suit after 45 minutes in the pool is still a little too much for my liking - but I’m hoping it’s just sweat as suggested....

Next test is in the cold with undergarments!

 

[JackD342]

If there is nothing pourable when you first exit, it does not sound like a leak. Regarding accumulated perspiration - are you a big guy, and do you run a bit hot? That makes it even more likely the answer.

 

[JDalts]

If there is nothing pourable when you first exit, it does not sound like a leak. Regarding accumulated perspiration - are you a big guy, and do you run a bit hot? That makes it even more likely the answer.

5’10” and 70kg (154lbs) so not a big guy....but it’s certainly not pouring when I first get out the pool, just the day later after being hung up overnight. Thanks again.

 

[Seaweed Doc]

I always initially store my suit upside down (boots up) to make sure any residual moisture doesn't pool in the boots.

 

[broncobowsher]

Another vote for it just being sweat.

 

[JackD342]

Taste test?

 

[JohnnyC]

Wear an undergarment. Direct-to-skin contact will cause you to sweat fairly profusely.

 

[broncobowsher]

Taste test?

Good call. I did that when I thought my new suit leaked. Being slightly salty in fresh water, but not as salty as salt water, it's you making the water and not a leak.

 

[guruboy]

Plug the holes and submerge the suit in water without you in it. Any water has to come from outside then.

 

[JDalts]

Plug the holes and submerge the suit in water without you in it. Any water has to come from outside then.

I think I’ll give this a go too.

I did notice some moisture on the neoprene flap covering the inside of the inflation valve - so perhaps that is an issue too. I was practicing getting the hose on and off in the pool.

Lots of good advice and much appreciated.