A trusted and reputable wetsuit brand, the C-Skins Legend provides everything you need to have a good (and warm) time in the ocean.

Is C-Skins a good wetsuit brand?

A trusted and reputable wetsuit brand, the C-Skins Legend provides everything you need to have a good (and warm) time in the ocean.

Are C-Skins wetsuits good for swimming?

C-Skins 4/3mm Swim Research Wetsuit 2022 As surfers we rely on their surf wetsuits for durability to withstand the elements of nature, whereas the Swim range is a streamlined suit specifically designed for swim performance and competing for recreational users and professional swim athletes.

Where is C-skins based?

San Clemente, California
C-SKINS is in San Clemente, California.

What is AC skin wetsuit?

We are a wetsuit company, inspired by the restless spirit of the sea. Everything we do is about getting you out there to experience it. Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity.

What are swimming skins?

A swimskin is a one-piece suit that is placed above a tri-suit in a non-wetsuit swim. It is worn to increase hydrodynamic gains by reducing the friction between body and water due to the smooth surface of the suit and its snug nature on the body.

Are swim skins worth it?

While a wetsuit is still the best in terms of offering buoyancy, warmth and speed, the swimskin is a great alternative when racing in non-wetsuit legal races to provide an advantage over traditional triathlon racing suits. You will want to consider buying a swimskin if you are racing in areas with mild temperatures.

What is the difference between a swim skin and a wetsuit?

A swimskin is thinner than a triathlon wetsuit and will only offer a little added buoyancy or warmth. It will often be sleeveless or will have short sleeves on the arms, and will reach down to the knees on the legs. The zipper will be located on the rear to further reduce frontal drag.

What water temp Do you need a wetsuit?

The range of 50 to 78 degrees is therefore the ideal range for using a wetsuit. Any warmer, and the swimmer may actually overheat due to the wetsuit’s insulative qualities. Truth be told, we think it is pretty easy to get too warm inside a wetsuit even in the 74-77 degree range.

Should you wear anything under a wetsuit?

There is no straightforward answer about what you should wear under a wetsuit. You can choose to wear a bikini, leggings, boardshorts, and speedo-style suits. It’s also okay to wear nothing as it’s all about personal preference. You should know that wetsuits are designed to keep your body warm underwater.

How long do swim skins last?

It is important to note that a swimskin is a race-specific product, and it won’t last forever. It’s best to swim in it three to four times in the weeks leading up to a race (this will let your skin build some toughness and reduce chafing on race day), then race in it.

Does a swimskin add warmth?

Swimskins are a thin, compressive fabric suit designed to maximize your speed when the water is too warm for a wetsuit. They do not provide buoyancy or warmth like a wetsuit.

Why choose C-skins wetsuits?

Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity. We are constantly pushing the limits of wetsuit design and materials so that you can push your own limits in the water. When you’re wearing c-skins you know that you’ve got 45 years of commitment out there with you.

What is a C-skins?

C-Skins We are a wetsuit company, inspired by the restless spirit of the sea. Everything we do is about getting you out there to experience it. Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity.

What is the ethos behind our wetsuits?

Our ethos combines passion with innovation; our products are crafted from cutting-edge technology and relentless creativity. We are constantly pushing the limits of wetsuit design and materials so that you can push your own limits in the water.