polypro's under wetsuit

You didn't have to start two threads, but yeah it really helps on those chilly days.

 

We are the only ones who know about Polypro. i would get a shirt if i were you. just act like it's a rash guard.....

 

I wear a Fbomb 5/4 which has that furry inside which keeps your skin dry. I've never used a polypro shirt under a wetsuit, but I guess the point is that it wicks away any water/moisture from your body. I'm assuming it would be overkill to put the polypro shirt on when wearing the Fbomb, as it would just add bulk and not do anything the suit isn't already doing.

Any feedback would be appreciated, as I'm not sure I have a full grasp on what these shirts would accomplish.

 

I have a polypro rashie that I got at a surfshop on the west coast and it is the bomb.

I also wear polarfleece socks under my 7mm boots--works great.

When I'm feeling especially chilly, I wear long running thights beneath my suit and it seems to help a bit more than wearing just compression shorts or "manny panties" beneath it.

 

I have worn a military issue polypro(rfi, the ninja tights) top n bottom for the past three winters under my 4/3 in NJ. Ive been cold in strong winds but not until 2hrs in. Once the suit starts wearing out though polys become ineffective. I got 5/4 this year and im freakin melting, but its better than shivering when ur waiting for the last set.

Mikey- Ive been procrastinating on socks for a while now and need them. I know of a UK site that sells surf specific ones but I dont like ordering stuff on line. Do you or anyone else know where to get them locally?

 

Can anyone answer my question above. Was wondering wear I might pick up "polarfleece" socks, maybe even throw out a brand name cause I have know idea which ones can be used under booties. Or maybe even pick them up and Ill just give you the money when you get here..thanks

 

Hyperflex Thermal Layering Poly Fleece Hot Socks

I have them thin enough to wear in any bootie etc... helps getting the wetsuit and bootie off also, besides adding another layer of warmth. recommend highly, get most places online. Try the wetsuitwarehouse.com they have them for $19.99, with all good reviews. I swear by them.

 

I wear an Xcel polypro vest with attached hood under my 3/2. It works great. I have a good 3/2 (Xcel Infinity). This suit combined with the vest let me get out when water hits around 50. This has allowed me to just use two suits (5/4 and 3/2). I think the polypro makes my 3/2 similar to a 4/3 with the hood.

 

my mom gives me polar fleece socks for christmas every year. Yeah, i know, i'm over 40 and Mom still spoils me. thems the breaks being an only child. She gets them from LL Bean catalogue. . .

 

Ha..I googled em and LL Bean is where i'll be headed. Are they just a reg boot sock thats made from polyfleece material? cuz my mom might have gotten me a pair too, ill have to check the bin of random ass hats, sweaters and socks that she gets me for christmas every year.

Beachkat, my attention span coincides w/ swell pattern, when it goes flat i forget i need socks, and wont remember again till the day before.

 

ya the poly pro helps a lot. all different kinds you can buy. i think one of the surf brands make a full body one. i spent the money on a oneil top and its no different from under armour - actually under armour seems better- it actually helps block the wind when i wear it with my 4/3 when sitting for a while... you can find under armour at tjmax or marshals for cheap- just get the one with the fleece feeling on the inside...

 

yes I have the full body one, and wear it under my 6.5.4 and can stay in long in winter... easy to get suit off as well.... also have the one with hood as said on thread for extra under anything without a hood, can mix and match depending on temps...