What is a good 7mm wetsuit?

[Abb27ster]

I am looking for a warm but comfortable 7mm wetsuit. I loved the Henderson hyperstretch I tried on but heard some poor reviews about them in terms of long term durability. Does anyone own a cressi-sub comfort high stretch suit? I have heard good things about them but I really would like something comparable to the Henderson stretch. I am 5'6 and weigh 130. Any suggestions would be great.

 

[fisheater]

As water gets colder and the wetsuits get thicker, the predominant feature becomes fit. The simplest wetsuit that fits will keep you much warmer than the most feature-filled wetsuit that doesn't fit as well. Personally, I'd avoid any suit that uses stretch to provide fit. That stretchiness comes at the expense of thickness and resistance to compression.

Take a look at custom suits. Some are about the same price as stock. I'm real happy with my AquaFlite. Custom Wetsuits, Scuba Diving Skins, Parkas from AquaFlite.
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[sladerer]

I've been very pleased with my 6.5MM fullsuit from Down130, diving in our local quarry <50 and
in Monterey.

 

[drbill]

I purchased a Henderson Neosport that is falling apart after a mere 30+ dives, my Seaquest was a POC, but I've had good luck with my Tilos wetsuits. One 7mm survived 650 dives (although the legs did drop off before it was retired).

 

[ShakaZulu]

HOW MANY TIMES MUST I TELL YOU GUYS....THERE IS ONLY ONE COLD WATER WETSUIT.

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PS. Henderson is for the wanna-be divers, after you dove with this suit, please find this thread and comment about how happy you are....

 

[oceanbound]

I love my 7mm body glove!

 

[thatguyoverthere]

If you want to stay warm you need a custom suit and Nitrogen composed neoprene. Check out Wetwear. You may even be able to wear a 5mm because their suits are much warmer than your average suit. Welcome to Wetwear - Custom Wet Suits of Rubatex Neoprene for Scuba Diving and All Water Activities.

 

[DiverDave65]

Another vote for Tilos......I have a 7/5mm semi-dry that is wonderful. bought off the rack, fits perfect, toasty and $129 at unrealfind.com.

 

[Jeff Toorish]

I agree, Wetwear Suits are excellent --pricey, but worth the money. If you can afford one, you can't go wrong.

For more tradational suits, I have used the ScubaPro 7mm, the Bare Arctic and the Pinnacle.

The SP is fine, I prefer the Bare because it has zippers on the ankles to help donning and doffing. Frankly, it also fits me better. It is a great suit.

The Pinnacle is extremely warm, with the rolled collar. In fact, it is the only wetsuit I have ever been too warm in. The rolled collar and a jacket make it difficult to let water in to cool off during a warm dive.

I've seen the Body Glove and I would like to try one sometime to see what they are like --they look terrific.

Jeff

 

[Capt.JimDavis]

Pinnacle Elastiprene with Merino lining...

I didn't even feel the water touching my skin... therefore I didn't care what the water temp was...
check it out here :

http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-101/049457/Pinnacle-7mm-Merino-Elastiprene-Super-Stretch-Jumpsuit.html