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Winter Wetsuits

The winter season is about to start and this can only mean one thing for surfers, more neoprene is required. The technology in todays winter wetsuits is highly advanced, with materials that help wick sweat away, prevent water entering at the seams and special zip systems.

All the top wetsuit manufacturers have dedicated design and development teams working on how the suits can be improved and refined year on year. Within the industry all wetsuit manufacturers work towards winning the all important SIMA wetsuit manufacturers design award for quality and innovation. The new 2011 winter wetsuit ranges at Boardshop are in already and we are really pleased to be able to give you this quick and brief overview.

Billabong 2011 Winter Wetsuits.

Billabong Wetsuits have been making wetsuits now for twenty years and the current range is the result of a great deal of hard work. In conjunction with the I surf because….. promotion Billabong has launched a warm, flexible and varied line for 2011.

The Foil 5mm wetsuit range comes complete with a Free hood which allows you to take the suit into even colder waters. The advantage of the foil range is that all the models are available with different zip systems dependend on your preference. This means you get the same panel layout and neoprene technology with back or chest zips.

The piece de resdidance in the Billabong line is the NEW SG5 which is 30% warmer than Nylon covered neoprene. This chest zip suit uses solarmax neoprene and furnace chest to keep you warm no matter what. Boardshop is really impressed by the Billabong wetsuits, we also recommend if you are buying a new winter wetsuit you also tool up with the latest accessories including gloves and boots.

O’Neill 2011 Winter Wetsuits

The new O’Neill wetsuits line is one of the best looking lines we have seen in the past few years. O’Neill continue to push the boundaries in 5mm neoprene wetsuits because the company has always known the importance of fit and warmth required by the surfer.

The latest O’Neill Wetsuit to hit the range is the NEW Psycho RG8 FSW – we have already tried this suit out and the warmth and flexibility of this suit is excellent. The neoprene used has been chosen for its warmth but also for its environmental properties. The Psycho RG8 also features a new zip system that O’Neill have been working on for the past two years, this adds improved comfort and fit in all situations. The last big change is the panel layout which has been completely revised across the front well worth a look.

If money is no option then the Pyscho two is now available in a fly new pinstripe colourway. We last saw this option on the team rider suits, due to incredible demand and requests O’Neill decided to make this available to all but only in there flag ship wetsuit.

The Epic two is our best selling mens and ladies winter wetsuit because the quality and warmth far outstrips the low price tag. A warm suit that will last forever.

Rip Curl 2011 Winter Wetsuits

Rip Curl have invented Elastomax Neoprene this amazing tecnhology is available in all their latest wetsuits. The Elastomax neoprene allows for complete four way stretch which makes these wetsuits very comfortable. For 2011 Rip Curl have impressed us again with some really great looking winter wetsuits. The Rip Curl Wetsuits at boardshop.co.uk have been chosen based on there price and performance. The Dawn Patrol wetsuit has impressed us as this warm suit has been tested by our team here in seriously cold conditions here at our local surf spot and we have been impressed by its warmth and extensive list of features.

If looking good in a winter wetsuit is important to you then the E-bomb wetsuit is definately worth a look. Simple panel design and a striking decals make this wetsuit a firm favourite with our buying team. Rip Curl always state that no compromises are made in the making of there wetsuits and we can see that this is certainly the case, along side an excellent wetsuit program Rip Curl have an excellent line of boots and gloves that are said to the the warmest available!

Animal 2011 Winter Wetsuits

Animal launched into the winter wetsuit market last September with the Assassin winter wetsuit which was designed with the help of UK Pro Surfer Alan Stokes. Animal Wetsuits have impressed us this winter with a range that is directly structured and priced for the new surfer and family market. Animal is a well known name and trusted brand in UK surfing. The winter wetsuit Animator range is warm, flexible and reliable. Designed in the UK in the cold waters around our coastline you know that this wetsuit is going to perform as it should.

Xcel 2011 Winter Wetsuits

Boardshop carries an extensive line of winter wetsuits because we know how important it is you find the right wetsuit for you, your surfing and the location you surf at. We have always only stocked wetsuit brands we really believe in and trust. In the winter months staying warm is vitally important  Xcel Wetsuits have always made some of the warmest wetsuits available in the world today. With strong links to surfing and diving Xcel know what features are required for surfers on the move. Xcel have always been at the forefront of design with new technologies and are always keen to follow eco-friendly options where possible. There gloves, hoods and boots have always worked brilliantly. If you want a seriously warm flexible winter wetsuit then the Infinity line will not dissapoint.

Choosing a winter wetsuit is important, we are all different shapes and sizes and therefore different wetsuits will fit in slightly different places. The mens and ladies winter wetsuits line on boardshop is designed and purchased to give you the choice with regards to price, warmth and brand. The more you spend the warmer the suit will be, however with carefully selected accessories you will be as toasty as the next guy. So dont let the cold stop you surfing this winter.