south coast wetsuit buyers guide fall / winter 2014
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WETSUITB U Y E R S G U I D E
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MEET YOUR GUIDES
STEVEHe’s the co-owner and wetsuit buyer for South Coast Surf Shops. Steve has been with South Coast for 17 years and has been an avid surfer for 23 years. He has compiled for you this seasons best wetsuits for fall and winter. “Steve’s Breakdown” gives you the inside scoop on what really matters when buying a wetsuit.
FABIANOHe’s your go-to guy at South Coast Surf Shop in Ocean Beach. His 12 year background in surfing and 7 year background with South Coast gives him the knowledge to answer all of your burning questions about wetsuits. Make sure to check out “Fab’s Shop Review” videos for each wetsuit featured in this guide.
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FEATURED WETSUITS
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O’Neill Mens PSYCHO 3 & PYROTECH
Quiksilver Mens CYPHER & PYRE
Rip Curl Mens FLASHBOMB ZIP FREE & PLUS
Xcel Mens DRYLOCK & INFINITY X1
Roxy Womens SYNCRO BACK ZIP
O’Neill Womens EPIC BACK ZIP
Rip Curl Womens DAWN PATROL BACK ZIP
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O’Neill PSYCHO 3
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Psycho 3 features O’Neill’s exclusive TechnoButter 2 which is the most durable, lightweight, quick drying neoprene on the market and now with added velcro resistance. Technobutter 2-Air Firewall in the chest and back and Double Super Seam Weld will keep you warm and loose in the water. The Psycho 3 evolution from Area 52 continues to be an industry leader and keeps you performing at the top of your game.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: M o d e r a t e - A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 4 o u t o f 5Warmth: 5 o u t o f 5Price: $ $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
O’Neill PYROTECH
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IN A NUTSHELL...O’Neill’s Pyrotech Series combines their exclusive TechnoButter neoprene with Technobutter-Air Firewall insulation, Single Fluid Seam Weld and a F.U.Z.E Closure System. This wetsuit is lighter, warmer, more insulating and quick drying with improved ease of entry than previous versions. Pyrotech is the latest advancement in cold water wetsuit technology from the leaders in innovation for over 60 years.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: M o d e r a t e - A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 5 o u t o f 5Warmth: 4 o u t o f 5Price: $ $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Quiksilver CYPHER
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Cypher features Quiksilver’s FN Lite Neoprene and Etco flex kneepads that give you the greatest flexibility possible. Their Dryoprene thermal lining will keep you warmer for longer and the Hydrolock seam seal and Water-block semi dry chest zip will keep you dry.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: M o d e r a t e - A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 5 o u t o f 5Warmth: 4 o u t o f 5Price: $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Quiksilver PYRE
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IN A NUTSHELL...Quiksilver’s Pyre is by far the easiest wetsuit to get in and out of on the market. This is thanks to its 100% Hyperstretch 3.0 neoprene and combina-tion YKK standard length back zip and Hydro Wrap adjustable neck closure system.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: M o d e r a t eFlexibility: 4 o u t o f 5Warmth: 4 o u t o f 5Price: $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
RIP CURL FLASHBOMB ZIP FREE
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IN A NUTSHELL...Rip Curl’s three time SIMA Award Winning Flash Bomb has been updated with E4 Neoprene to make this suit 30% more flexible and 20% lighter than E3 versions. The E4 Neoprene in key performance panels makes it warmer and more flexible. The E4 Flash Lining is two engineered layers that funnel water rapidly out of the suit once it is hung up. Lastly, internal seams are taped with E4+ super stretch tape, allowing for maximum seam stretch while giv-ing ultimate seam sealing and comfort.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: Moderate-A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 5 o u t o f 5Warmth: 5 o u t o f 5Price: $ $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Rip Curl FLASHBOMB PLUS
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Flash Bomb Plus is the absolute ultimate in cold water performance wetsuits. Like the Flash Bomb, new E4 Neoprene makes this suit 30% more flexibile and 20% lighter than E3 versions utilizing the same technology that keeps you warm, dry and ultimately more comfortable. This suit has every high end feature you can imagine including Titanium Airlock E4.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: Moderate-A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 4 o u t o f 5Warmth: 5 o u t o f 5Price: $ $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Xcel DRYLOCK
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IN A NUTSHELL...Xcel’s most advanced fullsuit gets a major upgrade for Fall 2014, with all new TDC Thermo Dry Celliant, a revolutionary inner lining with smart fibers that recycle your body heat into infrared energy for greater warmth. The Drylock is the only fullsuit se-ries with a 100% waterproof zipper, and Xcel’s FusionWeld technology, the most durable, stitch-free, maximum all-way stretch seam construction available. A full water-re-pellent Quick Dry Fiber exterior and Xcel’s exclusive Drylock Wrist Seals are just a few more of the many features that make the Drylock Xcel’s most high performance fullsuit.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: Moderate-A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 4 o u t o f 5Warmth: 5 o u t o f 5Price: $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Xcel INFINITY X1
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Infiniti X1 features Xcel’s all new TDC Thermo Dry Celliant in the torso. TDC is a revolutionary inner lining with smart fibers that recycle your body heat into infrared energy for greater warmth, increased endurance, faster recovery, and enhanced overall performance. Premium seam and fit innova-tions make the Infiniti X1 a leader in keeping you warm and comfortable. To learn more about Xcel’s TDC technology check out the video below.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWhttp://youtu.be/85N7-WkIA9U
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: M o d e r a t e - A d v a n c e dFlexibility: 5 o u t o f 5Warmth: 4 o u t o f 5Price: $ $ $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Roxy SYNCRO BACK ZIP
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IN A NUTSHELL...Some of the features that make Roxy’s Syncro Back Zip the top selling wom-en’s wetsuit are the 100% Hyperstretch 3.0 neoprene, glued and blindstitched seams, a hydro wrap adjustable neck closure and ecto flex knee pads.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: Beginner-M o d e r a t eFlexibility: 3 o u t o f 5Warmth: 3 o u t o f 5Price: $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
O’Neill EPIC BACK ZIP
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Women’s Epic Back Zip now has many of the same advanced features as O’Neill’s high-end wetsuits, including 100% Ultraflex neoprene, double seal neck closure, a lumbar seamless design and reengineered covert blackout zip. Clean graphics and sharp style lines make the Epic a great value for beginners.
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STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: B e g i n n e rFlexibility: 3 o u t o f 5Warmth: 3 o u t o f 5Price: $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
Rip Curl DAWN PATROL BACK ZIP
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IN A NUTSHELL...The Dawn Patrol offers performance, durability and a great value. Rip Curl has updated this series with E4 Neoprene in critical flex zones and this suit is 100% Superstretch.
FAB’S SHOP REVIEWclick to watch video
STEVE’S BREAKDOWN...Surfing Level: B e g i n n e rFlexibility: 3 o u t o f 5Warmth: 3 o u t o f 5Price: $Number of Waves you’ll miss getting into the suit:
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