Newbie layering question

[NovaCane]

This may be a silly question but here it goes anyways...

I have a tight fitting 3mm shorty that I would like to combine with a neutrally buoyant long-sleeved top for additional warmth. However, all the recommendations I find mention wearing them under the wetsuit, but I doubt I can fit anything between me and the neoprene. Will the shirt still do its job if worn over the shorty?

 

[Robert H. Diver]

This may be a silly question but here it goes anyways...

I have a tight fitting 3mm shorty that I would like to combine with a neutrally buoyant long-sleeved top for additional warmth. However, all the recommendations I find mention wearing them under the wetsuit, but I doubt I can fit anything between me and the neoprene. Will the shirt still do its job if worn over the shorty?

I don’t see why not, I’ve seen people put a shorty over a full wetsuit for core warmth. I’d assume it’d still work similarly the other way around.

 

[Tracerbullet]

I guess it would depend on how loose the shirt was.

 

[Brett Hatch]

3mm neoprene is really stretchy. If it fits comfortably without a shirt underneath, I'll betcha it will fit just fine with the shirt underneath.

 

[Nemrod]

Layering neoprene is not as effective IMO as is layering clothing. But, still, if it slows water transfer then it will be somewhat effective. It would be best to get a full suit of the required thickness for the expected temperature. A rash guard or additional neoprene (vest) will provide better thermal protection.

 

[inquis]

Under, as it limits the water movement. I doubt over will help noticeably.

 

[Centrals]

Movement of water inside the suit is the reason why suit has to be fit especially under the arm.
A thermal under the suit usually help but over it? I have doubt about it.
Give it a try.

 

[NovaCane]

Thanks all for the feedback. I should have clarified, the nb long sleeved shirt in question would be sharkskin chillproof/exowear/thermocline or something of the like.