WETSUITS

Wetsuits offer critical thermal insulation to maintain the body’s core temperature as surrounding water temperatures drop. The use of the wetsuit evolved during World War II, serving US Navy Frogmen as protection from injuries and sharp objects underwater. In 1952, the invention of neoprene revolutionised our suits, later evolving further to be sandwiched between thin sheets of tougher materials such as nylon and spandex. Nowadays wetsuits come in all sizes and endless material blends, catering to different conditions. Some brands are now even going above and beyond, creating environmentally friendly