Hi guys,

I'm new to kitesurfing and I'm looking into buying myself a witner wetsuit.
Would this be suitable for a beginner?

http://wetsuits.ocean24seven.com/c45m04-billabong-wetsuits-2010-solution-sg5-mens-543mm-gbs-b-zip-steamer-winter-wetsuit--modhood-2412-p.asp

Yep, looks ok.

Have you had a look on http://www.wetsuitoutlet.co.uk/index.php

Some cracking wetsuits on here. I have never been anywhere else to get mine because they are so well priced. In the summer, picked up a GUL Vortex 5/4/3mm top of the range suit for £110. It was reduced from £260! Its the best suit i have ever had.

Its worth a look.

Also, a word of warning when wearing a wetsuit in the winter - you may want to invest in a thermal rashy.

Thanks for that Andrew, I'll take a look on that site.

I've just been told by a friend of mine who surfs that i should invest in some Gloves, Boots and a hood too

I've taken the proverbial plunge!!!

Just ordered these http://wetsuits.ocean24seven.com/c45m04-billabong-wetsuits-2010-solution-sg5-mens-543mm-gbs-b-zip-steamer-winter-wetsuit--modhood-2412-p.asp

I'm looking forward to being nice and toasty in these!

Wowzer wrote:Thanks for that Andrew, I'll take a look on that site.

I've just been told by a friend of mine who surfs that i should invest in some Gloves, Boots and a hood too

No worries. Yes you wise friend. Gloves, boots and hood is a must in the winter or you wont even last 10 mins in the water.

Gloves - Stay away from the thick gloves. Its seems sensible to go for thicker gloves (e.g 5-7mm) because they will keep you warmer. Nope, the thicker gloves 4mm + give your cramp in your fingers after about 30 minutes. Got for the 2-3mm gloves. I had the 1.5mm Xcel gloves which were good but a little thin. Just got the Ion claw gloves (2-3mm) for xmas and they are great.

Boots - Anything really. 3-5mm.

Hood - Well its up to you as to what time to go for. Personally, I have a hat becuase i wear a drysuit on the winter so dont want to be tucking anything under the seal. If your wearing a wetsuit, you can get a thermal rash vest with a hood included. They look the business!

Wowzer wrote:I've taken the proverbial plunge!!!

Just ordered these http://wetsuits.ocean24seven.com/c45m04-billabong-wetsuits-2010-solution-sg5-mens-543mm-gbs-b-zip-steamer-winter-wetsuit--modhood-2412-p.asp

I'm looking forward to being nice and toasty in these!

Champion!