BUY KIDS STEAMERS

Steamer Wetsuits have long arms and legs, so kids can spend longer doing what they love in the surf. Steamers protect kids' bodies from the sun and chilly water temperatures. A 3/2mm is considered a summer wetsuit, and a 4/3mm is a winter wetsuit. Depending on where you surf, how long you stay in the water, and how cold your body gets determines which steamer is best for you. Please speak to one of our knowledgeable team members to decide which wetsuit best fits your needs. Wetsuits stretch slightly when wet; the most important fit is the torso. Our kid's steamers are back zip for easy entry/exit. Always rinse wetsuits after use and hang them in the shade if possible. Our wetsuits are durable and made from leading surf brands Rip Curl, Peak and O'Neill. We ship Australia-wide, both city and country, coastal and inland.

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR WETSUIT

What Thickness?
Wetsuits come in different thicknesses and are measured in millimetres. Our Steamer Wetsuits are 4/3mm or 3/2mm. In a 4/3, 4 refers to the thickness of the chest/core, and 3 is the thickness of the arms and legs. Our Spring Suits are 1.5mm or 2mm, and this is the thickness of the neoprene all over.
Depending on when and where you want to use your wetsuit, will determine which wetsuit you need. Look at where you love to surf and check the water temperature!
As a guide:
11-14°C- 4/3mm Steamer
13-18°C - 3/2mm Steamer
17-21°C - 2mm Spring Suit

What Size?
All brands vary slightly in fit, but a good place to start is our Wetsuit Guide Charts. The right size wetsuit should fit snugly but not restrict your range of motion. One of the most important areas to look at is the fit between the top of the neck and the crutch. It should feel firm but not like it's pulling your body down. The suit should not be baggy anywhere, as it will allow water to run through it.

Which Seams?
It sounds confusing, but our Wetsuits have three seams: Flatlocked, Glued & Blindstitched (GBS) and Taped. Flatlock does not offer a full seal; water will still enter your wetsuit. Generally, entry-level wetsuits have flatlock seams. Glued & Blindstitched are the most common of seams. This seam is exceptionally stretchy, and this wetsuit is generally in the mid-price range. No pin holes and glue on the non-stitched side of the seam results in little water entering the suit. The rolls royce of seams is Taped which is an extension of GBS seams with taping running along the seam. Result - a durable seam in our high-end wetsuits that lets no water in! 

Still not sure of which wetsuit you need? Give us a call or pop into our stores and one of our wetsuit experts can help you choose the best wetsuit for your child. 

Shop online at Rapid Surf & Ski. We ship Australia-wide including Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and all regional areas.