Is a 4 3 wetsuit warm enough?
If you only have one wetsuit and it is 4/3 – no worries, you can also use it. A good 3/2 full suit is OK, but in the lower part of this range 4/3 wetsuit works better and in any weather. Somewhere in the middle of this range booties become necessary, at least if you like to feel you feet. A 4/3 wetsuit will work.
What water temp is a 4 3 wetsuit good for?
Wetsuit Thickness & Temperature Guide
| Water Temp Range (°F) | Water Temp Range (°C) | Wetsuit Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| 58°- 63° | 14° – 17° | 3/2 mm – 4/3 mm |
| 52°- 58° | 11° – 14° | 4/3 mm – 5/4/3 mm |
| 43°- 52° | 6° – 11° | 5/4 mm – 5/4/3 mm |
| 42° and below | 6° and below | 6/5 mm + |
What does 4 3 mean in a wetsuit?
A 4/3 wetsuit combines two different neoprene thicknesses: 4mm torso – 3mm arms and legs. 6/5/4 mm. 39-46°F. 5/4/3 mm.
How many MM is a 4 3 wetsuit?
4mm
So when a wetsuit is referred to as a 4/3, this means it is 4mm in certain areas and 3mm in others.
What thickness wetsuit do I need for swimming?
between 3mm and 5mm
The rules state a wetsuit is made of material providing thermal insulation, shall completely cover torso, back, shoulders and knees. They shall not extend past neck, wrists and ankles. They should be between 3mm and 5mm thickness but can be lower in some parts of the suit to allow free movement.
Do wetsuits actually keep you warm?
The myth is this: Wetsuits keep you warm by trapping a thin layer of water between your skin and the suit. This is incorrect. A wetsuit that is bone-dry on the inside will actually be warmer than one that’s wet.
What is a good thickness for a wetsuit?
A 3mm or 2mm shorty for summer, a 3mm fullsuit with watertight seams for dawn patrols and general later spring and early Autumn surfing. A 4mm suit for early spring and late Autumn before the winter really kicks in. A 5mm wetsuit for winter in most locations is fine, especially when couple with boots gloves and a hood.