Are C Skins wetsuits any good?

The entire suit is made from C-Skins excellent Xtend neoprene, giving awesome levels of flex. The ThermoTech lightweight Poly Pro lining keeps you warm and really does dry quick! We really enjoyed the freedom of movement in the c-skins suits and were warm enough to keep the session going until our arms gave up!

Where are C Skins wetsuits from?

British
C-Skins wetsuits are a British brand born and raised by Carey Brown back in 1997. Carey had been involved with neoprene since the 70’s, making suits up in the garden shed.

What wetsuit do I need for Cornwall?

A 4mm wetsuit will be suitable for most of the year in Cornwall, Devon and S/W regions of the UK. On really cold days, the thickness of the wetsuit may not keep you warm enough and a thicker wetsuit may be a wiser choice.

Is C-skins a good brand?

They are great for surfers, sailors, paddlers, and swimmers. The 3 big reasons we like to recommend C-skins are quality, range, and performance. They are a quality wetsuit, their range of styles is huge, and they are built to perform in chilly Irish water.

Are C-skins wetsuits true to size?

Every brand of wetsuit have a different fit so to make it super easy for you to decide the size you need here is the C-skins size chart, please note in general we find that C-skins’ suits fit similar to standard UK sizing, if not abit generous on size so bear this in mind if you are between sizes.

Is C-Skins a good brand?

How tight should a wetsuit be?

In general, a wetsuit should fit snugly, like a second skin but not so tight that your range of motion is limited. The sleeves (if full-length) should fall at the wrist bone and the legs just above the ankle bone, and there should be no gaps, pockets, or rolls of neoprene.

Is it warm enough to swim in Cornwall?

Sea water temperature throughout Cornwall is not yet warm enough for swimming and does not exceed 20°C. The warmest sea temperature in Cornwall today is 17.5°C (in Flexbury), and the coldest water temperature is 15.7°C (Perranporth).

Are C Skins wetsuits true to size?

What does 3 2mm wetsuit mean?

The specification is made with two numbers. 3/2 mm means, for example, that the neoprene has a thickness of 3 mm on the torso and 2 mm on the legs and arms. Most wetsuits have a difference of 1-2 mm, because the warmth effect is more important on the body and the flexibility on the arms and legs.

What kind of company is C skins wetsuits?

C-skins is a wetsuit company that has committed itself to the restless spirit of the sea for over 45 years. Everything C-skins does is for people who want to get out in the ocean and experience it. It strives to combine passion with innovation; its products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and persistent creativity.

How is the C-skins HotWired wetsuit tested?

The C-Skins wetsuit named HotWired was put to the ultimate test by the C-skins wetsuits team when they conducted a series of ‘deep freeze’ tests on the wetsuit. The test used infrared monitors and internal body temperature monitors to track heat loss when wearing the HotWired with the new ‘DryKnit’ lining feature.

What is the ethos of C-skins wetsuits?

Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity. We are constantly pushing the limits of wetsuit design and materials so that you can push your own limits in the water.

What do you need to know about C-skins?

C-Skins. We are a wetsuit company, inspired by the restless spirit of the sea. Everything we do is about getting you out there to experience it. Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity. We are constantly pushing the limits of wetsuit design and materials