Some people still think of wetsuits as "diving suits" because these types of suits are commonly associated with scuba diving. Through the years, however, the need to protect the body while enjoying various other water recreational activities and water sports have given birth to the many other types of wetsuits. Two of the most popular wetsuit styles nowadays are the shorty wetsuit and the full body wetsuit. These two styles have very distinctive traits and what type of wetsuit is best is actually a matter of personal preference and application. Both wetsuits provide insulation and protection but a wetsuit shorty is typically preferred for warmer waters. It is also preferred by those who do not want to be restricted in their movement. Most people also agree that a wetsuit shorty is more comfortable that the full body wetsuits.
For activities that don't require being submerged in water for a very long time, a wetsuit shorty is just fine and as long as the water is relatively warm. These shorties are called such because they only cover half of your arms, your torso and the thigh, mostly above the knees. Women find shorty wetsuits more flattering of their curves than full body wetsuits as well, and better for those activities that require a more natural freedom of movement such as kayaking, surfing and wakeboarding. But the wetsuit shorties are not ideal for use in cold waters for they are less effective in retaining the heat of the body. This is where full body wetsuits come into the picture because these types of wetsuits are more effective in retaining body heat within the suit especially when the water temperature falls below about 68F.
Full body wetsuits cover the entire body including the arms and legs which helps in keeping hypothermia at bay. Losing your core body heat can cause hypothermia, which can lead to serious bodily injuries and even death. Full body wetsuits are preferred mostly by people who love scuba diving and snorkeling because these types of wetsuits provide protection from a great number of potential dangers when in the waters in addition to protection from the cold. These water hazards include jelly fish and other poisonous stings and bites, scrapes from sea rocks and sharp coral formations. Thus, women and men who want to make sure their skin is protected go for full body wetsuits.
Many water enthusiasts also forget the fact their bodies can continue to lose heat over time, especially when they are underwater for a long time. This kind of scenario makes full body wetsuits more ideal. When it comes to flexibility and freedom of movement in the waters, a shorty wetsuit is just fine as long as you can get out of the water when you start to feel really cold.
Safety is an important part of the equation and when it comes to safety, full body wetsuits are better than wetsuit shorties when cold is a concern. If you are more concerned about freedom of movement in the waters, you can find a lighter full wetsuit but offers the same kind of coverage as a thicker full body wetsuits may have.
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