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Topic Title: Who makes a top quality wetsuit jacket? Topic Summary: Created On: 10/19/2017 04:50 PM |
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10/19/2017 04:50 PM
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i’ve been sort of out of it for a while, and am wondering who makes a nice 2mm wetsuit jacket these days? O’Neill still the best? |
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10/20/2017 05:12 AM
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You should order one from @Jonesea. He makes the best. Other than that I'd say go for an Xcel topper. |
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10/20/2017 11:32 AM
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I'm a big fan of the Matuse Chapter One top. The rest of their products aren't anything amazing but the Chapter 1 is the best top on the planet in my opinion. Order one size up though. Jonesea is rad but I've never worn one of his tops. They look cool though!
------------------------- R I P Mama G. @Salt.And.Savagery.Fishing @Laserwolf.Laserwolf |
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10/20/2017 11:41 AM
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The best 2mm top is the Roxy. It has these two bulges of neoprene on the chest for extra cushioning that is a nice perk.
But to be serious the Rip Curl E Bomb is outstanding. ------------------------- Replace turf grass with native plants that don't need irrigation and synthetic fertilizers or chemicals that can go into our waterways and ocean |
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10/20/2017 12:15 PM
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O'NEILL HYPERFREAK RG8 1.5M GLIDE. This one is great. Will buy again. The stretchyness and comfort are great. Last awhile aswell. ------------------------- The Dude Abides. |
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10/22/2017 05:46 PM
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Xcel has a few nice sale items. Take a look. |
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10/25/2017 01:59 PM
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I love the feel of the geoprene in my Matuse spring suit. I bet the jacket is nice too.
If you want a retro front zipper style, so you can look cool with it unzipped... nineplus uses the same sort of Yamamoto rubber I think. ------------------------- "The truth is incontrovertible. malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is." -Sir Winston Churchill |
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10/25/2017 02:43 PM
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Thanks for the info. Matuse seems to be on the high-end side, and also Isurus? Is the geoprene or whatever they call the neoprene alternative good stuff? They say it soaks up less water. |
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10/25/2017 05:32 PM
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Matuse claims Geoprene's cells are nearly all closed, while most wetsuit neoprenes are presumably less than 75% closed, meaning they can get full of water... If so, substantial advantage. It looks like Volte is using the same material. Looks like they still can't take credit cards from the US; have to email them. My Geoprene vest from Matuse, no nylon outer layer, is quite slick. An O'Neill is textured. I assume just a choice in manufacturing. Patagonia of course has switched over to 85% natural rubber using Yulex. At the moment, I think they're alone. |
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10/26/2017 12:29 PM
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Thanks for the info. Matuse seems to be on the high-end side, and also Isurus? Is the geoprene or whatever they call the neoprene alternative good stuff? They say it soaks up less water. It's very soft and comfortable. I've only had my matuse hoplite 2/2 springsuit (~$60 on sale, (thanks ww for the heads up)) for a year so I can't vouch for durability. I like the simple look too. ------------------------- "The truth is incontrovertible. malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is." -Sir Winston Churchill |
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10/27/2017 08:58 PM
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I have an Xcel and a Hurley top, the Xcel is nicer but the Hurley is fine. Been curious about need essentials, they are pretty affordable online. I borrowed my brother's mateuse out in Hawaii last winter and itrashed me up, but that might have been just a me problem. |
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10/28/2017 06:37 AM
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I like Hurley wetsuit gear for stretch/performance and comfort, but they're not the most durable products. Rip Curl makes stuff that's really warm and lasts a long time. Order tops one size up if you're borderline.
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10/28/2017 06:39 AM
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" so u can look cool with it unzipped" thanks WG that one gave me a hearty laugh this morning
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10/31/2017 01:45 PM
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just got quicksilver 1.5mm f'n lite top.... nice and warm and super comfy |
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