subject: Osprey Wetsuits For All Your Water Activity Requirements [print this page] Wetsuits are every diver's, surfer's and water enthusiast's best friends. They keep you warm while you enjoy the adrenaline rush from water activities such as surfing, underwater diving, snorkelling, kayaking, canoeing and more.If you are headed to the beach, then you need to gear up with wetsuits. One of the most popular wetsuits available in the market is manufactured by Osprey Wetsuits a leading brand in UK, which offers wetsuits and a variety of other accessories and clothing to complement beach lifestyle.
Osprey wetsuits are made of neoprene, which is a high quality synthetic rubber, which gives the wearer the best in comfort and performance. Neoprene is a stretchy material, allowing the suit to mould to the shape of the wearer's body. Osprey wetsuits enable the wearer to move freely in water, while providing the best protection against the elements. In addition, these wetsuits protect you from skin abrasions while diving, and can also shield you from sunlight. Osprey wetsuits come in many different shapes, sizes and styles and are available for men, women and children. Thickness of the wetsuit is important 3 mm thick wetsuits are perfect for spring and summer conditions, while thicker suits of 5 mm are ideal for colder winter climates.
Wetsuits are also classified with styles short wetsuits and full length wetsuits. Short wetsuits cover the wearer down to the knee and elbow and allows the freedom to wear the wetsuit without being restricted at the joints. These suits are perfect if you are going to be in and out of the water and are quicker to take off and put on. Full length wetsuits cover the entire body up to the ankle and wrist and provide all round protection. These full length wetsuits are ideal for scuba diving and those out at sea for longer periods of time. In addition to wetsuits, Osprey Wetsuits also offers rash vests to wear under the wetsuit, which prevents the suit from rubbing against the chest of the wearer.
When selecting a wetsuit, there are many measurements to take into consideration. Chest size is the main measurement that is used, which is the measurement of the top of your chest. Ladies wetsuits have added space around the chest. Total height is also important as it shows how long it is from the top of the head to the bottom of the ankle. As neoprene is stretchy, there is usually 5 cm of give in for each suit. Other measurements to consider when buying a wetsuit are neck to crotch size, inside leg and inside arm. Based on these sizes, you can select which size wetsuit will fit best. Osprey wetsuits are usually given a general size guide ranging from Small to XXX-Large.
