Vissla Men's New Seas 4/3mm Hooded Wetsuit, Full Suit

The Vissla New Seas 4/3mm is a men's hooded full wetsuit for cold water, rated by Vissla for water of around 8 to 13°C. The attached hood and a zip closure sealed shoulder to shoulder make it a lighter option for chilly spring and autumn sessions.

Key details

• Thickness: 4/3mm with attached hood
• Entry: Vissla zip closure sealed shoulder to shoulder
• Neoprene: Feather-Foam Japanese limestone-based neoprene, which Vissla says contains recycled oyster shells and recycled rubber
• Jersey and lining: recycled Ridiculous Rubber and Rebound jerseys, Thermal Fever Fiber lining
• Hood: smoothskin panels to block wind, with a Glideskin seal
• Seams and seals: triple-glued, blind-stitched seams with Neo 3.0 tape and liquid tape cuff seals
• Other features: Supratex knee pads and a secure key cord
• Composition: 80% limestone neoprene, 20% nylon

Choosing a thickness

The first number is the torso thickness in millimetres, the second the arms and legs. UK seas are roughly 7 to 10°C in winter and 15 to 18°C in late summer, so 5/4mm or 6/5mm (often with boots, gloves and a hood) suits winter, 4/3mm spring and autumn, and 3/2mm summer.

Vissla recommends pairing this suit with boots and gloves in cold water.

Sizing

Available in sizes S, MS, M, MT, L and XL. MS is a short fit, MT is a tall fit of the base size. Check the Vissla size chart for height, weight and chest measurements before you order.

Care

Rinse the suit inside and out in fresh water after each use and hang it to dry in a cool, shaded place out of direct sunlight. Avoid standing on the suit when changing, and take extra care with the smoothskin hood.