We've just received our first delivery of Patagonia's green wetsuits.

These wetties are made using a combination of limestone-based neoprene and Merino wool.

While it seems to benefits of limestone neoprene over petroleum based neoprene are debateable, the use of Merino wool means that Patagonia can cut down on the amount of neoprene needed to keep you warm, and hence reduce the impact each suit has on the environment through neoprene production. For more information, check out their website.

One of our guys tried out the 2mm Patagonia steamer in the picture to the right and reckons it's easily as warm as a regular 4mm steamer. Come on in and check them out today!

Patagonia wetsuit ranges available include:

Mens: R1, R2, R3 and R4

Womens: R1, R2, R3 and R4

Features - Women's R1® Back-Zip Vest

• We use high-quality 2mm neoprene with a mesh skin exterior on the torso, arms, back and hips for greater warmth in windy conditions
• 2mm neoprene underarm panels are backed by polyester jersey for greater stretch while paddling
• All seams are glued; critical seams are glued and blindstitched
• Chest articulation provides a more comfortable fit
• Back zipper opens from the waist to the mid back for easy entry
• Zipper seams are blindstitched for a clean-finished exterior on the zipper gusset and to eliminate potential seam abrasion
• Loop at front hem secures to board shorts for stay-put coverage

Fabric: 2mm mesh skin neoprene with polyester jersey lining.

Underarm panels: 2 mm neoprene with polyester jersey on both sides.

Color: Black

Features - Men's R1® Back-Zip Vest

• We use high-quality 2mm neoprene with a mesh skin exterior for greater warmth in windy conditions
• 2mm neoprene underarm panels are backed by polyester jersey for greater stretch while paddling
• All seams are glued; critical seams are glued and blindstitched
• Back zipper opens from the waist to the mid back for easy entry
• Zipper seams are blindstitched for a clean-finished exterior on the zipper gusset and to eliminate potential seam abrasion
• Loop at front hem secures to board shorts for stay-put coverage

Fabric: 2mm mesh skin neoprene with polyester jersey lining.

Underarm panels: 2 mm neoprene with polyester jersey on both sides.

Color: Black

Features - Women's R1® Back-Zip Long-Sleeved Jacket

• We use high-quality 2mm neoprene with a mesh skin exterior on the torso, arms, back and hips for greater warmth in windy conditions
• 2mm neoprene underarm panels are backed by polyester jersey for greater stretch while paddling
• All seams are glued; critical seams are glued and blindstitched
• Chest articulation provides a more comfortable fit
• Seam tape functions as a bar tack at wrist stress points
• Back zipper opens from the waist to the mid back for easy entry
• Zipper seams are blindstitched for a clean-finished exterior on the zipper gusset and to eliminate potential seam abrasion
• Loop at front hem secures to board shorts for stay-put coverage

Fabric: 2mm mesh skin neoprene with polyester jersey lining.

Underarm panels: 2 mm neoprene with polyester jersey on both sides.

Color: Black

Features - Men's R1® Back-Zip Long-Sleeved Jacket

• We use high-quality 2mm neoprene with a mesh skin exterior on the torso, arms, back and hips for greater warmth in windy conditions
• 2mm neoprene underarm panels are backed by polyester jersey for greater stretch while paddling
• All seams are glued; critical seams are glued and blindstitched
• Seam tape functions as a bar tack at wrist stress points
• Back zipper opens from the waist to the mid back for easy entry
• Zipper seams are blindstitched for a clean-finished exterior on the zipper gusset and to eliminate potential seam abrasion
• Loop at front hem secures to board shorts for stay-put coverage

Fabric: 2mm mesh skin neoprene with polyester jersey lining.

Underarm panels: 2 mm neoprene with polyester jersey on both sides.

Color: Black