This is a great suit. I'm 6'4 190lbs and got a Large Tall that fits me really well. Used it a couple of times in colder waters and worked out great. However, I would not recommend this for longer periods when diving below 70F.
Great for plus size ladies.
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Nicole B.
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Saint Petersburg, FL, US
I'm reviewing this before I've worn it in the water so this is just to help with sizing. I wear a size 14 clothing. I'm between the W1 and W2 sizes. My bust and hips fit W2 but waist W1. I went with the smaller size because I couldnt find a reaaonably prices W2 and after reading reviews saying it was very stretchy. I'm glad I did. It's snug the way it should be without any gapping. I have large arms so I worried about that but the sleeves fit just fine. My bust is larger than the size chart b...ut the suit stretched to accomodate without smashing my breasts. The large sections of neoprene without seams really helps maximize the stretch. I'm 5'6" and the length of everything was perfect. It may be too short for ladies over 5'8".
The cut is flattering on the front. The blue and purple panels make it fit your curves. I'll update my post once I've gotten in the water with it a few times.
Divers seeking a great value will appreciate Thermoprene's balance of performance and price. The material combination delivers greater flexibility and improved features not found in standard neoprene wetsuits, yet at a reasonable cost, perfect for the cost-conscious buyer. Thermoprene is crafted from a high-quality neoprene and a low pill fabric. It has 75% more stretch than standard neoprene, so while it is not as flexible as Henderson's Thermoprene Pro or TherMAXX lines of products, it still boasts significant comfort characteristics. The 180% stretch Thermoprene is noticeably easy to don, pulling over the shoulders and around the torso with less huff and puff than standard wetsuits. Also, the fabric's exterior stands up extremely well to the wear of BC straps and weight belts with its pill/abrasion-resistant exterior laminate.
This 3mm suit is made with uncompromising quality. The suits have seams that are glued and sewn, which seals off stitched areas and drastically reduces water entry. In the full-length jumpsuits, there is a self-sealing spine pad over the zipper to further limit water exchange and to help ease the discomfort of dive tanks. Down below, Freedom Flex kneepads provide a super-tough exterior with great mobility. Each Henderson wetsuit benefits from five decades of design experience. The Thermoprene cut allows for an optimal fit while visually enhancing the diver's physique. Creature comforts include Spandex trimmed cuffs, a spine pad and an adjustable collar. Suit has a #10-YKK back zipper with zipper tab leash for easy donning and doffing. Suit is black in color and available in multiple sizes.
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 120 months.
Shopper
Is this a regular size 6? Or is it short or tall?
darrick c
Hello, this suit comes in a size 6 and it also comes in a tall or short version. So you would be able to order any of those sizes.
Shopper
What are the cuffs? Straight sleeve ending or thicker banding?
MICHAEL B
Material folded over about 3/8 in. and stitched.
DEBRA B
The sleeves end in a thicker banding, but it's not a cuff.
LEWIS H
Thicker banded
Anne R
I do not have cuffs on mine.
SONJA G
Need to know if this suit has skin seals on
Neck,zipper,wrist,and ankle . Not just neck. And does it stretch out after a few dives ? Thank you
Emilie V
I cant remember if it has kin seals other than neck but I want to say no. It is very stretchy to begin but did not seem to stretch more after several dives. It was super comfortable from the beginning.
CAROL R
There are no skin seals on neck, wrist and ankle but there is on zipper. I have a 3ml Thermopene and it does get very stretchy after a dive, but I have not noticed this on the 5 ml. The 3 ml was not warm enough for me in 82 to 84 degree water, even if I wore a vest and/or core. Recently used the 5 ml in 82 to 86 F degree water (multiple dives) and it was comfy.
SANDRA R
seems to seal well, and have not noticed any areas that have stretched out.
LENORE N
There are no special seals on the legs and wrists.
I found that it holds it’s size well.