Gear Store: Wetsuits

Neoprene insulation for every water temperature and paddling condition — from a 1mm legging layer on a warm summer day to a 5mm hooded system for winter sessions. Every thickness, cut, and configuration in one place.

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Water temperature, not air temperature, determines what you wear. A swim in 55°F water without adequate neoprene can incapacitate you in minutes.

Short sleeve + short leg, or sleeveless variants. Ideal for water in the low-to-mid 60s. Enough insulation to take the edge off without overheating on a warm day. Three cuts available — pick based on how much arm coverage you want.

Spring Suit — 2mm

O’Neill Reactor-2 2mm Spring Suit

The classic O’Neill spring suit — short sleeves, short legs, back zip. Flexible enough for a full paddle stroke. One of the most popular spring suits on the market and a great all-around entry point.

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Spring Suit — 2mm Short Sleeve

Hevto Men’s 2mm Neoprene Shorty Wetsuit

Short-sleeve shorty in 2mm super-stretch neoprene designed for warm-water paddling and water sports. Full front zip entry, flatlock seams for comfort, and UV50+ protection. Lightweight enough to wear all day on longer surfski sessions.

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Spring Suit — 2mm Sleeveless

O’Neill O’Riginal 2mm Sleeveless Spring

No-arm configuration — core and leg warmth with complete arm freedom. Ideal for warm days where you want leg insulation but don’t want anything restricting your paddle stroke. Pairs well with a sun shirt on top.

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Full coverage with 3mm body and 2mm limbs for flexibility. The most versatile wetsuit for paddling — covers the widest range of conditions and works for most of the year in temperate climates.

Full Suit — 3/2mm Men’s

O’Neill Reactor-2 3/2mm Full Suit

Over 2,300 reviews — one of the best-selling wetsuits on Amazon. Super-stretch shoulder panels for unrestricted paddle stroke. Back zip entry. The go-to 3/2 at this price point.

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Full Suit — 3/2mm Men’s Value Pick

Hevto 3/2mm Full Wetsuit

Over 4,000 reviews — the most reviewed 3/2 on Amazon. Available in both back and front zip. Excellent value at a lower price point than the O’Neill. A strong choice if you’re new to wetsuits and want proven quality.

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Full Suit — 3/2mm Women’s

O’Neill Women’s Reactor-2 3/2mm

The women’s version of the Reactor-2 — same proven construction with a women’s-specific fit pattern. Back zip, super-stretch panels at the shoulders. One of the top-rated women’s wetsuits on Amazon.

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4mm body, 3mm limbs — built for cold water. Standard for fall and winter paddling in most of the US. Pair with boots and gloves for complete coverage at this temperature range.

Full Suit — 4/3mm

O’Neill Epic 4/3mm Full Suit

O’Neill’s cold-water step-up — double super-stretch panels improve mobility at this thickness. Fluid foam interior lining warms fast when wet. Over 1,100 reviews. Back zip entry.

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Full Suit — 4/3mm Value Pick

Hevto 4/3mm Full Wetsuit

Hevto’s cold-water full suit — GBS seams and a thermal lining at a lower price point than O’Neill. 4.4 stars from nearly 300 reviews. A solid cold-water option if budget is a consideration.

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Full Suit — 4/3mm Chest Zip

Ho Stevie! 4/3mm Chest Zip Fullsuit

Chest zip entry (less water ingress than back zip) with superstretch GBS-seamed neoprene. A performance-oriented 4/3 for paddlers who want a tighter seal and better flexibility at this thickness.

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Maximum neoprene insulation for truly cold water. Below 50°F, a 5mm suit paired with a hood, gloves, and boots buys you significant survival time in the event of a swim. Full accessories are essential at this temperature range.

Full Suit — 5mm

Aunua 5mm Superstretch Full Suit

GBS seams throughout minimize water intrusion. Superstretch neoprene maintains paddling mobility at this thickness. 4.8 stars — exceptional quality at the price. Best-rated 5mm option on Amazon.

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Full Suit — 5mm

Owntop 5mm Full Wetsuit

The most-reviewed 5mm full suit on Amazon with over 750 ratings. Front zip entry, UPF 50+, available in men’s and women’s sizing. A proven option with a large volume of feedback to draw from.

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Full Suit — 5/4mm

Lansru 5/4mm CR Neoprene Full Suit

CR (chloroprene rubber) neoprene provides better insulation per millimeter than standard limestone neoprene. Front zip, 5mm body/4mm limbs. 4.4 stars. A premium neoprene choice for serious cold-water paddlers.

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Full-length legs, no sleeves — core and leg warmth with complete arm freedom. A favorite of kayakers and paddlers who want insulation without restricting their stroke. Layer a neoprene jacket or paddling jacket on top for flexible temperature coverage.

Farmer John — 3mm Men’s

NeoSport 3mm Waterman John

NeoSport’s classic sleeveless full suit — a well-known brand in paddle sports neoprene with 138 reviews. Pair with a wetsuit jacket or paddling top for a versatile layering system adaptable to changing conditions.

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Farmer John — 3mm Men’s

NRS Men’s 3mm Ignitor Farmer Long John

NRS is the preeminent brand in paddle sports gear — their farmer john is purpose-built for kayakers and paddlers, not repurposed surf neoprene. Flatlock stitching throughout, designed for athletic movement on the water.

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Farmer Jane — 3mm Women’s

NRS Women’s 3.0 Farmer Jane Wetsuit

NRS’s women’s farmer jane — same paddle-specific construction with a women’s-specific cut. 4.6 stars. Pairs perfectly with the NRS wetsuit jacket for a complete cool-weather layering system.

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A neoprene jacket is a flexible addition to any layering system — pair with neoprene shorts, a farmer john, or a spring suit to customize coverage. Also practical as a standalone layer in mild conditions.

Wetsuit Jacket — 2mm/3mm

Surf Squared Neoprene Wetsuit Top

Extended back flap provides coverage when reaching forward in a paddle stroke — a paddler-specific detail most surf tops miss. Available in 2mm or 3mm. Nearly 800 reviews. A practical everyday layering piece.

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Wetsuit Jacket — 2mm Unisex

REALON 2mm Neoprene Wetsuit Top

Front zip entry with nearly 1,000 reviews — the most reviewed neoprene top on Amazon. Unisex sizing, 2mm for warm-water layering. A well-proven option at an accessible price point.

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Wetsuit Jacket — 2mm/3mm Men’s

Lemorecn 2mm/3mm Wetsuit Jacket

Lemorecn’s men’s neoprene jacket, available in both 2mm and 3mm. Over 700 reviews and 4.5 stars. A reliable brand with a solid catalog of neoprene apparel across multiple categories.

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Core and upper-leg warmth without the bulk of a full suit — worn under boardshorts or on their own. A paddler’s hack that most surfers don’t know about. Extends your season significantly for mild-to-cool conditions.

Neoprene Shorts

Junlan Neoprene Shorts

Sold as gym/sauna shorts but a paddler’s secret weapon. Neoprene construction traps body heat and insulates even when wet. Most paddlers discover these by accident — now you know they exist.

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Neoprene Shorts — 3mm

Lemorecn 3mm Neoprene Shorts

Purpose-built 3mm wetsuit shorts from a brand that makes a full range of neoprene apparel. Nearly 1,000 reviews and 4.5 stars. A more structured option than the Junlan — closer to traditional wetsuit construction.

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Neoprene Shorts — 3mm Women’s

XUKER Women’s 3mm Neoprene Shorts

Women’s-cut 3mm neoprene shorts built for paddling, snorkeling, canoeing, and water aerobics. Flatlock seam construction minimizes chafing, and the snug neoprene fit traps a warming layer of water against the skin.

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Full-length neoprene pants for leg insulation without the upper-body bulk of a full suit. Available from 1mm (warm-water UV/thermal layer) to 2mm (mild-to-cool conditions). Pair with a top or jacket to build a complete system. Available in 1.5mm and 2mm thicknesses.

Wetsuit Leggings — 1.5mm

Lemorecn 1.5mm Neoprene Swim Pants

Ultra-thin 1.5mm neoprene — maximum leg freedom with just enough insulation for warmer water in the 65–72°F range. Nearly 850 reviews and 4.5 stars. A great warm-water layering piece that packs down small.

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Wetsuit Leggings — 2mm Men’s

GoldFin 2mm Neoprene Wetsuit Pants

2mm neoprene pants with an adjustable drawstring waist — easy to put on and take off at the launch. Provides meaningful insulation for water temps in the mid-60s without the commitment of a full suit.

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Wetsuit Leggings — 2mm Women’s

GoldFin Women’s 2mm Neoprene Pants

Women’s-specific fit in 2mm neoprene — over 830 reviews and 4.3 stars. Full-length coverage that pairs naturally with a spring suit top, rashguard, or neoprene jacket. GoldFin makes a solid range of women’s neoprene.

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Cold feet kill a paddle session fast. Neoprene boots also protect against rocks and shells on beach launches. At 4/3mm or colder, boots should be considered essential rather than optional.

Wetsuit Boots — 3mm

O’Neill Heat 3mm Split-Toe Boot

Split-toe design with textured rubber sole. Over 500 reviews from one of the most trusted names in surf wetsuits. 3mm is the right call for most paddling use — more flexibility and feel than 5mm.

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Wetsuit Boots — 2mm Round Toe

NRS Boundary Neoprene Water Boots

Purpose-built paddling boot from one of the most trusted names in kayak gear. Round-toe construction sits flush against footpegs without bunching. Lightweight 2mm neoprene, textured rubber sole, and over 600 reviews from paddlers who use them.

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Wetsuit Boots — 3mm / 5mm

XUKER Zipped Wetsuit Boots

Glued and blind-stitched neoprene with side zipper and anti-slip sole. Available in 3mm or 5mm — choose 5mm if you paddle below 48°F regularly. A solid value alternative at 4.5 stars.

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Hands go numb quickly in cold water and lose grip before you feel it happening. Neoprene gloves maintain paddle control significantly longer than bare hands, and are less cumbersome than pogies when you need full dexterity.

Neoprene Gloves — 3mm / 5mm

XUKER Neoprene Water Gloves

Over 4,100 reviews — the most-reviewed neoprene gloves on Amazon. Available in 3mm or 5mm. Five-finger design maintains paddle grip and feel. Excellent value at under $20.

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Neoprene Gloves — 3mm

PAWHITS 3mm Thermal Wetsuit Gloves

The single most-reviewed neoprene glove on Amazon with over 5,700 ratings at 4.5 stars. Five-finger non-slip construction for strong paddle grip. A 3mm glove hits the sweet spot for most paddling conditions.

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Neoprene Gloves — 3mm

Summshall 3mm Scuba Diving Gloves

Over 1,100 reviews at 4.5 stars. Thermal lining inside the neoprene for added warmth. Non-slip grip on the palms. A solid third option if the other two are out of stock in your size.

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A significant percentage of body heat is lost through the head. In cold conditions — or when there’s any real chance of a swim — a neoprene hood is one of the highest-value insulation additions you can make to your system.

Neoprene Hood — 3mm / 5mm Bib Style

Neoprene Bib Dive Cap

Bib-style hood that tucks inside your wetsuit collar to seal out water intrusion. Over 1,200 reviews. Available in 3mm and 5mm. The bib design provides dramatically better water exclusion than a standard hood.

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Neoprene Hood — 3mm with Flow Vent

Dizokizo 3mm Thermal Wetsuit Hood

Flow-vent design reduces the pressure sensation some paddlers experience with a sealed hood. 4.7 stars from 565 reviews — the highest-rated neoprene hood on Amazon. A premium option for regular cold-weather paddlers.

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Neoprene Hood — 5/3mm Bibbed

Neosport 5/3mm Bibbed & Vented Hood

Neosport’s classic bibbed hood — 5mm on top, 3mm on sides and bib for a balance of warmth and flexibility. Nearly 1,000 reviews at 4.6 stars. A trusted option from a brand with deep roots in paddle sports neoprene.

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