How to Close an AQUAMAN Wetsuit?

To close the Zipper you need to reach behind your neck and put the two piece zipper together. (just like you would do for a jacket.) When you have the two pieces together reach back with your left hand and pull down with the string and at the same time hold the right top of the collar with your right hand. When the zipper is down put the string behind the velcro at the top. It takes a little practice, (like any new things you buy) to do it yourself but after a few tries you will be able to do it yourself like thousands other happy Aquaman customers.

What to look for when sizing a wetsuit?

You need to know that the top of the line Metal Cell and Bionik have a longer torso to accommodate tall people, like a lot of the top athletes. If you are a 6’2” person trying to get into a medium Blitz chances are the torso is going to be too short and the suit too tight, especially in the back. You will put a lot of tension at the bottom of the zipper and the neoprene may give up after too much stretching. This athlete will be a lot more comfortable in a Metal Cell or Bionik  medium.
Long legs are not so important because you can pull the legs of the suit a little over the calves without causing any tension on the suit or discomfort for the swimmer.

The sleeves need to come above the wristwatch and snug under the armpits. When the athlete is in the suit have them cross their arms in front and see how tight the neoprene is between the pectoral and the shoulders. If you have too many wrinkles and the neoprene is too loose, this means that the suit may be too big. Try one size under.

Make sure the neoprene is nice and snug around the arms, especially for the ladies who sometimes have thin arms. The Metal Cell and the Bionik for ladies are made in part because of that problem and fit ladies a lot better than the unisex models (Blitz).

For sleeveless models, the ladies need to be two sizes under to make sure the neoprene is nice and tight in front. Otherwise when they go in the water the neoprene will expand and cause a lot of water drag resulting in poor performance.

The provided sizing chart is only a guide for you to start with. However, the best way to know if the size is correct is to look if the neoprene is loose on the chest and arms and see how the athlete feels in the suit. If their chest is too compressed you may have to go one size up.

How to Take Care of Wetsuits?

When putting on your wetsuit, be careful not to dig your nails into the neoprene. Always keep your hands as flat as possible when you pull the suit up.

To make the wetsuit fit perfectly, do not be afraid to pull up on the sleeves (above your wristwatch) and on the legs just under your calves. You want to have the feeling that the wetsuit is too short on you. This way minimum water is going to seep into your suit because the neoprene is snug around your wrists and ankles.

Do not use petroleum lubricant on contact with your wetsuit.

It is recommended to rinse you suit after each use with clean cold water. This is especially true if the water you had been swimming in was oily or filled with chlorine.

To dry, do not put the wetsuit in direct sunlight. Instead, put the wetsuit in the shade or inside. Never put your wetsuit on or very close to a heat source.

Always keep your wetsuit on a plastic hanger with very wide shoulders, especially during winter time. Store the wetsuit at room temperature. Never store your wetsuit in a freezing atmosphere.

Helpful hints?

When you put the wetsuit on, always work your way up and do not pull the suit from the top. Never dig the fingernails into the neoprene as this will result in a tear that sometimes can’t be fixed. Keep the hands flat or pinch the neoprene lightly. A sweaty person will have a tougher time to get into a wetsuit because the textile inside will be dry and the body will be wet. Try to have the socks on or use a glassy plastic bag over the feet to allow the legs to slide easier into the wetsuit.

The main difference between the Bionik and the Blitz is that the torso is shorter on the Blitz and the legs for the Blitz are NOT treated with SCS. The Blitz will fit fine if you are 6 feet tall or under.