Which Soöruz wetsuit to choose?
Soöruz Wetsuit Ranges
Buying Guide
FLY
AffordableThe smart and simple choice to start and progress.
- Immediate comfort, versatile fit.
- Good thermal retention in mid-season.
- Reliable materials, easy maintenance.
FLY+
EvolvingMore flexible and responsible to take a step up.
- Increased flexibility for paddling and maneuvers.
- Softer linings, faster drying.
- More "green" design (depending on models).
DIVINE
ComfortSoft inside, effective in the water: the comfort that motivates.
- Warm & pleasant linings.
- Cut designed for shoulder freedom.
- Recycled materials, neat finishes.
GURU & GURU+
PerformanceTo navigate when others stay on land.
- High-end flexibility, precise response.
- Warm linings with quick drying.
- Anti-infiltration finishes, durable support.
GURU WIND
WindSpecial wind/kite/wing: windproof, mobility, targeted drainage.
- Windproof panels to limit "wind-chill".
- Pre-shaped arms for maneuvers on the wish.
- Reinforcements & water drainage in key areas.
Closure Systems
Back-zip (rear zip)
Closure at the back, centered: the easiest to put on.
- + Quick to put on, practical with gloves/booties.
- + Often the best price option.
- − A bit more water entry at the top of the back.
Chest-zip / Front-zip
Front zip between neck and chest: good balance of warmth/mobility.
- + Reduces water infiltration.
- + Shoulder freedom, appreciated in cold water.
- − Less intuitive to put on than back-zip.
Zip-free
No zip: ultra-light and very flexible (elasticated side collar).
- + "Second skin" feel, fewer hard points.
- + Less weight, fewer seams.
- − Technical to put on, demanding on size.
Materials
Neoprene (Limestone)
The historical reference: flexible, insulating, durable.
- Good balance of flexibility/warmth/durability.
- Limestone versions less dependent on petroleum.
- Reliable technical base for all levels.
Oysterprene
Foam including recycled oyster powder: performance ↔ reduced impact.
- High flexibility (depending on versions Y5→Y8).
- Warmth & quick drying via dedicated linings.
- Concrete eco-designed approach.
Biöprene
Bio-sourced mix (oysters, natural rubber, sugar cane, non-food vegetable oils).
- Lower environmental footprint.
- Durable comfort, good insulation.
- Premium alternative to classic neoprene.