Soöruz Fighter Blue Chest Zip Oysterprene 3/2 Surf Wetsuit

Soöruz Multi-Sport 3/2mm Wetsuit - Maximum Elasticity and Eco-Performance for Surfing

This 3/2mm Soöruz multi-sport wetsuit is ideal for surfers seeking maximum stretch and an eco-conscious commitment. Designed to offer exceptional freedom of movement and effective protection, it will allow you to perform at your best in the water.

Highlighted Features

• Oysterprene Ö8 Neoprene: Made with 63% bio-based materials (natural rubber and oyster shells), this neoprene is a step forward in sustainability without sacrificing elasticity.
• Y8 Oysterprene Underarm Foam: For unsurpassed paddling freedom, the underarm foam features our even more flexible Y8 Oysterprene foam.
• Recycled Polyester Lining: The outer fabrics are made from recycled polyester, demonstrating our commitment to the environment.
• Black Diamond Back Panel: This exclusive Soöruz material, located on the back, is windproof, water-repellent, and flexible. It will effectively protect you from the wind.
• Thermo-Loop Lining: A recycled polyester inner lining that provides warmth and comfort throughout the suit to keep you comfortable during your sessions.
• Reinforced GBS Seams: Seams are glued and blind-stitched (GBS) , and internally reinforced with ultra-flexible neoprene strips for durability and to prevent water ingress.
• Heat-sealed cuffs: Provide a clean and effective seal at the wrists and ankles, minimizing water entry.
• Chest-Zip Entry: This chest zipper system makes getting in and out of the suit easy, while ensuring a watertight seal. (Also available in Back-Zip and Zip-Free versions; check availability).

Specs

• Thickness: 3/2mm
• Reference: S5 MWCZFIG

There are three types of zipper closures on wetsuits, each with its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of ease of donning, flexibility, and watertightness: Chest-Zip, Back-Zip, and Zip-Free.

1. Back-Zip Closure

It is the most traditional and common type of closure , especially in entry-level and mid-range suits.

• How does it work? The zipper runs along most of the back, from the neck to the lumbar area, allowing the suit to open very wide . This greatly facilitates access to the wetsuit. Once inside, the zipper is closed by pulling a cord usually attached to the slider.

• Advantages:

  • Ease of putting on and taking off: It is the easiest and quickest to put on and take off, ideal for beginners or people with less flexibility.
  • Economical: These are usually the most affordable suits.

• Disadvantages:

  • Reduced flexibility: The zipper is a rigid part that can limit flexibility in the back, especially in the shoulder area.
  • Less watertightness: Although many models incorporate internal flaps or barriers ( batwing or back wash ) to minimize it, there is always a greater possibility of water entering through the zipper compared to other systems.

2. Chest-Zip Closure

This type of closure is very popular in mid- and high-end suits , offering a good balance between flexibility and tightness.

• How does it work? The zipper is shorter and runs horizontally across the chest. To put it on, you enter through the neck/shoulder area, pull the suit up over your body, then slide one shoulder in, then the other, passing your head through a smaller opening. Finally, close the zipper horizontally across your chest.

• Advantages:

  • Greater flexibility: By not having a long zipper on the back, the dorsal area is more elastic, which improves freedom of movement while rowing.
  • Greater watertightness: The position of the zipper on the chest, combined with internal flaps, significantly reduces water entry.
  • Greater warmth: Less water intake means the body stays warmer.

• Disadvantages:

  • More difficult to put on and take off: The opening is smaller, which may require a little more practice and flexibility, especially for the first few uses.
  • Price: Generally more expensive than Back-Zip.

3. Zip-Free Closure

It is the most advanced and performance-oriented option, present in high-end wetsuits.

• How does it work? As its name suggests, it doesn't have a zipper. The suit is accessed through a highly elastic opening, usually at the shoulder or neck, which overlaps and is sealed with the material itself or with a Velcro system. It requires the neoprene to be extremely elastic.

• Advantages:

  • Maximum flexibility: With no zippers, the suit offers complete, unrestricted freedom of movement.
  • Maximum watertightness: Minimizes water entry, keeping the body dry and warm.
  • Greater comfort: No zippers that can rub or get in the way.
  • Greater lightness: The absence of zippers reduces the overall weight of the suit.

• Disadvantages:

  • Harder to put on and take off: It requires a lot of practice and the neoprene is extremely stretchy, which can be a challenge for people with less flexibility or larger sizes.
  • Price: These are the most expensive wetsuits on the market.