Surf Talk Guru

Prior to the advent of the wetsuit, many surfers risked hypothermia in chilly oceanic waters. Today, the wetsuit keeps surfers warm, comfortable and aerodynamic as they cut through the surf. Since these accessories represent a sizeable investment for any surfer, it’s crucial that one takes proper care of her Oneill wetsuits after use. Although it would be nice to crumple up a suit and retrieve it before the next day’s surf session, that’s never a wise course of action.

Salt water leaves wetsuits smelling funky to say the least, and the salt can also deteriorate neoprene material over time. It’s therefore up to the surfer to rinse the suit thoroughly before hanging it on a plastic hanger. Note that metal hangers could do irreversible damage to the material. Some surfers advocate drying a wetsuit inside out so that the interior is dry when one puts it back on.