Surfing is an adventure. The surfer is constantly on the lookout for the perfect wave. Every detail counts to optimize performance.

The neoprene wetsuit is a surfer's most important piece of equipment. Its primary purpose is to keep you warm in the most extreme conditions.

Choose your wetsuit according to the following 4 criteria:

• The place to analyze water temperature and choose the right thickness of neoprene.
• Surfing intensity to optimize the quality, durability and price of a wetsuit.
• Its level to maximize performance in the water.
• An eco-responsible approach to wetsuits.

1. Which wetsuit for which water temperature?

The ultimate question to stay warm as long as possible. And yes... once you're a surfer, you're a passionate surfer, so you want to catch as many waves as possible and stay in the water for as long as possible. So you need a comfortable wetsuit that can keep you warm for hours. Of course, you also need flexible neoprene to optimize your performance during maneuvers.

Neoprene will keep you warmer or cooler, depending on its thickness on your body.

At ONE SURFING CO, we've created a range of 3 wetsuits with different neoprene thicknesses to suit every water temperature.

When we say 4/3mm, 3/2mm and 2/2mm, we mean the distribution of neoprene thickness over your body to maximize warmth and freedom of movement. For example, you'll have 4mm on your torso and thighs and 3mm on your arms, shoulders and lower legs. This allows you to have warmth in the center, but optimize flexibility on every maneuver. It's also a question of weight: it's better to have the lower neoprene thickness on the shoulders to make rowing easier. 

The 4/3mm or the winter warrior's wetsuit. It's designed to keep you warm in waters between 10°C and 14°C. Of course, outside conditions can accentuate the feeling of cold.

The 3/2mm designed for between seasons. This wetsuit will accompany you in water temperatures between 14°C and 18°C. It's lightweight and comfortable to wear, to maximize your performance in the water. Some 3/2mm with Yamamoto #40 neoprene can accompany you in water at 12°C.

The 2/2mm or "Summer Body" is the ideal neoprene wetsuit for summer surfing in water temperatures of 18°C and above.

You might ask, why wear a wetsuit in summer? The wind often picks up and can make you feel colder, even if the water is cool. In additon, wearing a thin layer of neoprene can protect you from injury. And finally, it protects you from UV rays, which are quite strong during this period. To find out more about this summer wetsuit, click here.

Neoprene wetsuits are made to keep you warm. We get it.

Let's talk about performance.

Neoprene quality is very important to optimize performance in the water. We chose to work with Japanese YAMAMOTO #40 neoprene, which offers the perfect balance between warmth and flexibility. It provides incomparable comfort to optimize surfing performance. What's more, it's manufactured in an eco-responsible way, using limestone and used tires.

2. How many times do you surf per week, per month and per year to choose your wetsuit?

In a perfect world, a neoprene wetsuit should last a long time, even a lifetime, to match the ultimate eco-responsible approach. That's our dream, but unfortunately it's not yet a reality.

At ONE, we know that your wetsuit will last longer or shorter depending on how much you practice.

So choose a high-performance, durable neoprene to maximize its lifespan.

As mentioned above, Yamamoto #40 neoprene is the ideal solution to combine performance, flexibility and durability.

Surfing is a demanding sport that takes a lot out of you once you're in the water. That's why you need to be as comfortable as possible in your wetsuit. Choose a soft, warm neoprene that doesn't irritate the skin.

Yamamoto is the perfect example. Yulex neoprene is even hotter.

If you practice in summer only, you can choose a lightweight, flexible neoprene to maximize your performance.

If you practice a little every season when you have the chance, it's important to choose a warm wetsuit that offers flexibility features to enhance your performance in every session.

Finally, if you practice intensively all year round, it's important to choose a top-of-the-range neoprene that combines comfort, lightness and warmth. Yamamoto #40 is the perfect solution.

Finally, let's talk a little about sustainability: surfing is great, but it's even better when we preserve our playground.

3. Choose a wetsuit according to your level.

The cost of surfing equipment can be quite high.

Most surf brands offer different ranges at more or less attractive prices. We'll see below that this isn't necessarily the most eco-responsible approach.

Low-end = very low price but not necessarily comfortable.

Top of the range = expensive but all the advantages to surf like a pro...

If you're just starting out, or don't have the chance to practice often, we recommend a low-cost wetsuit, which will be warm but not very flexible. Nevertheless, these are often durable neoprenes to optimize your budget over the years.

On the other hand, if you're finally hooked like all surfers after catching your^1st wave, you'll need a better-quality wetsuit that offers the comfort and flexibility that will enable you to improve with every wave.

Finally, the ideal solution for occasional surfing sessions, or even if you're just starting out, is to buy a refurbished, second-hand wetsuit. This gives you access to quality neoprene at an unbeatable price. What's more, you'll be doing something good for the planet.

Take the example of your first car, your first phone... they weren't new... and yet they worked perfectly well for your purpose.

4. Choose your wetsuit with an eco-responsible approach.

When it comes to design, it's important today to choose a durable neoprene that's designed in an eco-responsible way. Most brands offer neoprene made from limestone, oyster shells, recycled tires and plastic bottles, and water-based glue. In this way, we avoid using petrochemical elements.

It's normal in the world we live in to offer these products. Of course, performance is also essential.

Pricing policy: we have the impression that a sustainable product is synonymous with a high price... but having an eco-responsible approach means charging prices that adapt to everyone's needs.

Stop over-producing to meet all needs in terms of quality and price.

Offer recycling and repair when possible instead of throwing away...

At ONE SURFING CO, we offer top-of-the-range wetsuits at low prices, to suit everyone's surfing style.

We use Yamamoto #40 neoprene, which has all the qualities mentioned above.

We design only one range of wetsuits, using quality materials. The new range is designed for surfers who practice intensively all year round, and the refurbished range for those who don't have a large budget, who practice less often, or who are just starting out. In this way, we optimize the life of the neoprene wetsuit to suit each individual.

Last but not least, we recycle all neoprene wetsuits, regardless of brand or condition, thanks to a number of French partners close to our customers.

We also repair worn-out wetsuits for the benefit of surf schools or charities, to bring the joys of surfing to as many people as possible.  

In short, choose your wetsuit according to these criteria:

• Water temperature and therefore neoprene thickness to choose.
• Your intensive or non-intensive practice with your level to buy new or refurbished.
• The eco-responsible approach associated with the brand and its neoprene wetsuit.

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