http://www.flyingobjects.com.au/pdfs/flux_steamer_ls.pdf
I need a new wetsuit.I freeze in my 1990 one. These are on special ( the superceded ones) .Anyone know what they are like? Ill be sailing in c 11 - 12 degree water with 14 - 16 degree air temp ( maybe 8 degree wind chill).

Looks like these ones aren't the way to go as they only have mens sizes.

Bought a NPX wetsuit a month back, would have to be the most comfortable wetsuit I have ever owned, and keeps me super warm.

sboardcrazy said...

NPX?

Neil Pride Assassin.
It's a semi dry suit. In Perth the 2/3mm is enough. You may need 3/4mm.
You can find them for around $200.

Very soft, and unrestrictive.
I have a 2/3, and when it wears off, I'll get another one.
Even thinking of getting 3/4 for freediving.

Having said that, I never tried other more expensive suits which may be better than NPX
I can only compare it to a cheap Adrenaline which is way inferior.

Used the flux 2010 for surfing and kiting during winter , air temps roughly the same not sure about our water temp .
I have the 2/3 and it is plenty warm enough . Very comfortable wetty that is very durable . Can definitely recommend it .

Npx with a separate hoodie or beanie is the way to go

Any 3x2 steamer would do for NSW winter surely? Smoothie torso would not hurt though.

But I'd choose Flying Objects as they're aussie and support is really good, or West as the warranty is brilliant (as I have raved about previously when mine needed repair)

Had a sail a few weeks ago when the big Westerlies were blowing, at Canton Beach, Tuggerah Lakes. It was honking 30-40 knots, really gusty and lumpy, but the worst part was the water was absolutely bloody freezing. Once you fell in it was hard to last much longer as the cold drained the strength out of you.

Probably the wind chill had something to do with this, but sailed a few days later at the beach and even though still cold, it was definitely warmer that the lake. Guess being just inland and not having much ocean influence affects the water temp there.

My wetsuit is an old Peak steamer 2/3. Wore 3mm booties, high ankle type and a Gath helmet but once you fell in (which was inevitable) you froze. Almost had no feeling in the hands by the end.

Don't think any wet suit would have stopped the cold that day. Probably gloves would have helped.

wbailey said...

Had a sail a few weeks ago when the big Westerlies were blowing, at Canton Beach, Tuggerah Lakes. It was honking 30-40 knots, really gusty and lumpy, but the worst part was the water was absolutely bloody freezing. Once you fell in it was hard to last much longer as the cold drained the strength out of you.

Probably the wind chill had something to do with this, but sailed a few days later at the beach and even though still cold, it was definitely warmer that the lake. Guess being just inland and not having much ocean influence affects the water temp there.

My wetsuit is an old Peak steamer 2/3. Wore 3mm booties, high ankle type and a Gath helmet but once you fell in (which was inevitable) you froze. Almost had no feeling in the hands by the end.

Don't think any wet suit would have stopped the cold that day. Probably gloves would have helped.

Thanks. I knew it wasn't me.. Yep b freezing!

sboardcrazy said...

DunkO said...

where are you sailing that the water temp is 11-12, that is seriously cold. you are on lake maquarie?? coastal water temp rarely as low as 15-16 and is normally above 17-18. not sure if the lake is different, does not feel to be when i've been in it.

A Yachtie with a thermometer water reader thingy on his boat told me the lake gets to 11 degrees.I have been meaning to take one down and test it but it s definitely cold! Much colder than the surf.Im pretty sure my existing wetsuit is 3/4mm.How do you measure them? Blokes usually have better metabolisms than women so you wouldn't feel the cold as much.. more muscle / fat..
Dunko you prob don't fall in as often as I do!If I didn't fall in gybing and have to waterstart I wouldn't be anywhere near as cold!

Dunko also has a penchant for sailing "skins" at every opportunity so don't take what he says too seriously ;-) I have used my RipCurl Windseries 6,5,4mm 100% smoothskin steamer this winter. Nice and warm!

Obelix said...

sboardcrazy said...

NPX?

Neil Pride Assassin.
It's a semi dry suit. In Perth the 2/3mm is enough. You may need 3/4mm.
You can find them for around $200.

Very soft, and unrestrictive.
I have a 2/3, and when it wears off, I'll get another one.
Even thinking of getting 3/4 for freediving.

Having said that, I never tried other more expensive suits which may be better than NPX
I can only compare it to a cheap Adrenaline which is way inferior.

I looked them up.. They are just a vest?

BarryFawkes said...

Sue google shark skin they are made at beresfield the dive shop at wickam stocks them I am on my third year with mine have a full suit and a sleevles vest ring the shop before going to make sure they have your size they are better than anything iv tried for sailing

Do they keep you warm on the lake at this time of year?Thanks.They do dive wetsuits..Are they flexible enough? One of the problems I have at the moment is I feel so restricted by all the layers I get tired just standing netherless sailing! My shoulders are pulled in at the front too.

sboardcrazy said...

BarryFawkes said...

Sue google shark skin they are made at beresfield the dive shop at wickam stocks them I am on my third year with mine have a full suit and a sleevles vest ring the shop before going to make sure they have your size they are better than anything iv tried for sailing

Do they keep you warm on the lake at this time of year?Thanks.They do dive wetsuits..Are they flexible enough? One of the problems I have at the moment is I feel so restricted by all the layers I get tired just standing netherless sailing! My shoulders are pulled in at the front too.

Sue I know what you are saying. It is taking me longer to dress up than to rig up atm, and then I feel bulked up and clumsy but at least I am keeping warm.
Polypro long sleeve rashie, 2/3 steamer, rainjacket, flotation vest, split toe booties, fingerless sailing gloves. Every bit has helped. Now I only get cold when I stop.
If I was buying another steamer I'd go for a 4/3 smoothskin steamer, then I may be able to dispense with some of the layers.

Thanks. I'm going for a least a 3/4 maybe 4/5mm.No way a 2/3mm would be adequate for me with that water.Doesn't look like they do a 3/4 etc..

Looking at a 5/4/3 Neil Pryde Serene at the moment..

I've bought the 5 4 3 serene..cant wait to try it out.. never thought Id want cold water..LOL's
http://www.npxwetsuits.com/index.php?option=com_npxproducts&view=detail&id=103&Itemid=85
Won't look as good as that on me unfortunately..