ASK 220
THE NEOPRENE REPAIR SHOP
Q How do you mend a wetsuit tear?
Lisa McCarthy
A The first step is knowing how to avoid things that can damage it. When putting on your wetsuit, avoid standing on hard or rough surfaces as they can damage the neoprene. Instead, place down a towel or board bag. While putting on or taking off your wetsuit, be careful with rings, fingernails and watches as they can easily damage the neoprene. Some wetsuits come with gloves, which are ideal.
Inspect your wetsuit for tears after
