Comments on: Wetsuit Guide

By: Joel

Joel — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:20:22 +0000

Hi Beth, I’ve never been to New England but might be able to help. There are internet sites that list surf spots in Maine and New England (wannasurf.com among others). I think there are waves to be found up there, but you might have to go off the beaten path to find them. And you might have to be patient, waiting for the right combination of waves, wind and weather for good surfing. That often means checking the ocean every day and being prepared to surf if it’s good or instead go work out, do chores etc if it’s bad. From what I know about the east coast, the waves may be small to flat for long periods of time in the spring and summer. Fall hurricane season can bring great waves with warm weather. Winter storms can bring big powerful waves, but if conditions are too choppy and messed up, it might be rough going.

I believe the water temps vary greatly in your area depending on the season. You’ll definitely need maximum wetsuit protection if you want to surf in the winter but the water is probably much warmer in late summer/early fall.

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:52:16 +0000

I am so interested in surfing; it’s always been a dream of mine! But I live in the New England area and I don’t believe there’s any surfing along the coast here, is there? I heard a rumor of surfing in Main but I didn’t think the waves were good/big enough there. Any comments or suggestions? Also, would the wetsuits keep me warm enough if I ever did attempt surfing here? Thanks!

By: Sashae O.

Sashae O. — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 23:50:17 +0000

Great guide, i didn’t know there was so much to worry about with a wetsuit.

By: adrian

adrian — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:50:06 +0000

I’m moving to Ocean City,NJ this winter. Decided I should take up surfing since I will be living right on the beach. Thanks for the tips. Cant wait to bring all my skateboarding skills to the ocean learn.

By: Josh

Josh — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:39:37 +0000

Thanks, most informative article about wetties i have read on the net.
Going to be surfing in the UK come Winter break, probably going to have to invest in a 5/4/3 plus all the extras…

Keep up the quality writing, it doesn’t go unnoticed

Josh

By: Luke

Luke — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:46:25 +0000

i live in virginia beach! sorry your wetsuit was stolen here

By: Chay.

Chay. — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:59:39 +0000

Good info, very informative, I am just about to learn. I have everything I need, I just need to get in the water, but I’m just not sure what the perfect water temperature is for your first time. Any Ideas?
Just wondering.
P.s: I’m on the eastern coast of Australia if that helps.

By: Patrick

Patrick — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 03:15:51 +0000

I just bought a new shortie. I live in san diego and i’m not sure if is hould get a 4/5 or a 3/4 for the winter. My parents never surfed and they know nothing about this.

Thanks

By: Alanna Y

Alanna Y — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:12:54 +0000

Thanks so much! Lived in San diego all my life never surfed. I was given a new board so I tried it, loved it, but of course, I was cold with no wetsuit. Thanks for the info!

By: Michael G

Michael G — Tue, 31 May 2011 00:02:31 +0000

Thanks for the great article! I’m looking forward to buying a new 5/4/3 suit tomorrow.