Neoprene is good at keeping surfers warm in the water, but producing it is a dirty business. Not only is the material non-renewable, but it's derived from petroleum or limestone, which means it's a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Almost all wetsuits are made from neoprene, a soft, synthetic-rubber material that uses closed air cells ...

The O’Neil Original Men’s 2/1mm Back Zip Jacket is a classic design from a trusted brand that is sure to keep you warm during your long summer surf sessions. This wetsuit top contains 2mm of premium ...

June 5, 2006 The wetsuit was invented in 1951 by UC Berkeley physicist Hugh Bradner to help the U.S. Navy’s “underwater swimmers” who were experiencing difficulties thanks to the advent of the Self ...

Australian performance water sports apparel company Zhik has scored a major win with its industry-first high-performance neoprene-free wetsuit range. Founded in 2003 by Brian Connolly, the creator of ...

Australian performance water sports apparel company Zhik has scored a major win with its industry-first high-performance neoprene-free wetsuit range. Australian performance water sports apparel ...

Discover how the French team at Arcachon Bay is revolutionizing eco-friendly fashion by transforming neoprene wetsuits into ...

A triathlon wetsuit is a key piece of swim kit and can significantly benefit performance, comfort, and safety during training and racing. It’s important to choose a wetsuit with the right thickness ...