Maybe a wet suit is a good solution!?

[Speedo]

I was just thinking of how I might be able to extend the swim season. I will likely use my heater a bit more than I have in the past, but at certain temperatures it just isn't as enjoyable to swim. I know plenty of people likely have wet suits for scuba, but does anyone use a wet suit to swim in their pool when it gets cold? If I'm ok swimming in 84-86 degree water when it's 85 outside, would I be comfortable in a wet suit swimming in 65-70 degree water when it's under 80 outside?

I found a NeoSport 5mm full wet suit on Amazon for just under $150 shipped. I'm assuming this is a reasonable price.

Thoughts/opinions?


Thanks.

 

[UnderWaterVanya]

Just be aware that frequent use will degrade the wetsuit.

Here's a link:
http://www.wetsuit.com/New_Wetsuit_Care_and_Repair.html

Notice that if you are frequent user you might get 100 days use before needing repair.

 

[Speedo]

Excellent - this is great information! If I get two years out of it than I'm doing good.

 

[Big_kid]

I don't know if you're anywhere near an Ollie's, but they had some on the shelf in Norfolk VA yesterday for $14.99. Bodyglove brand, maybe? I'm not 100% certain, but it was a brand I'd heard of before.
http://www.olliesbargainoutlet.com/