This time of year is when passionate Land Locked Surfers become extra creative. We obsess over ways to capitalize on our passion while the temperatures take a freezing turn. We wanted to take some time out to share a resource and brag on one of our favorite water sports companies who has been keeping land locked surfers warm since they started in the 1970’s. We also what to hook you up with a discount (see bottom of article) for some new rubber. Listen, wet suits are wet suits, they are all the same, right!? We dare you to try and say that after trying on what Neilpryde is dishing out. Buckle up for a break down of the the Mission Full Suit BZ 4/3.
First Impressions: Right out of the box, two aspects of the Mission BZ 4/3 suit jumped out to us, the classy colors and crazy softness. We opted for the Navy Ice Blue combination which is a welcome contrast to the usual black and neon colors floating around out there. The navy fading to ice blue on the arms to the wrist is a crisp touch and highlights the expansion flex panels on the forearms. We are really excited about the expansion panels! On all our previous suits, we just thought the price of warm arms was tightness and decreased blood flow to the forearms and hands. Neilpryde said forget that noise, and created a solution to increase blood flow to the forearms and extend your cold water surf sessions. This feature combined with the DriFlex neoprene adds to the crazy feeling of softness and flexibility when handling and wearing the suit.
Fit: We love it when products are as advertised! We used the size chart listed on neilpryde.com and when we tried it on at home it fit perfectly. Great movement in the arms and legs with no pinching or misshaped areas.
Material: To get technical, this is not your standard Petroleum based Neoprene. Neilpryde boasts premium Japanese limestone-based neoprene. More specifically, it’s Yamamoto’s neoprene and is more eco-friendly, lighter and has a longer lifespan than traditional neoprene. Its unique high closed-cell structure provides maximum heat retention, extra warmth and added buoyancy. All that is code for, really comfy!
What thickness? We used the Thickness Guide to help confirm that the 4/3 was the right thickness for our needs out here in Arizona. During the winter months, the ground out here does not hold any heat so the lakes fed by the Colorado river get pretty chilly.
How to Score a Discount: Use Code: LANDLOCKEDSURFER at Check out of Neilpryde‘s online store and they will hook you up with a discount off the rubber of your choice!
