The Wetsuit Guide: Surf Wetsuit Brands

These days, there are a lot of wetsuit brands making surf-specific wetsuits. The specific brands and model lines we carry are some of the best brands out there for surfers while bringing something unique to the table.

Billabong

Providing high-quality wetsuits at an excellent value, Billabong caters to all surfers and makes some of the best wetsuits in the business. Boasting a team rider list of some of surfing’s biggest names, you can count on Billabong suits being high-performing and durable.

Cleanline

After much R&D, Cleanline Surf has launched it's very own line of men's cold water wetsuits. These wetsuits are geared towards folks surfing in the PNW or similar environments. Packed full of high performance features and Yamamoto # 40 neoprene, the Cleanline suits are designed to provide exceptional warmth and durability session after session. 

Hotline

One of the earliest pioneers of cold water technology, Hotline is a tried and true core company from Santa Cruz, California. Over the years, Hotline has established a strong cult following, and for good reason. Hotline’s wetsuits and accessories are extremely dependable and carry the widest size range of any brand, accommodating taller and larger surfers. One of their most popular models, the Ultra Hot Combo, is also the most accessible chest entry suit for any surfers struggling with back or shoulder injuries.

Isurus

Born out of the cold waters of Northern California’s Maverick break, Isurus is a high-end brand made for surfers looking for ultimate performance capabilities. Featuring Yamaoto # 40 neoprene and an “arms-up design,” Isurus suits are thoughtfully engineered to help you perform at your best.

Manera

Manera Wetsuits is a leading brand based in France – recognized for its innovative designs and high-performance materials in the surfing industry. With a commitment to quality and functionality, their wetsuits offer superior warmth, flexibility, and durability, catering to the needs of surfers worldwide.

O’Neill

In business since 1952, O’Neill has been the original wetsuit manufacturer and one of the most popular and well-respected. Constantly on the cutting edge and pushing the boundaries of wetsuit technology, O’Neill has created some of the warmest, most flexible, and innovative wetsuits ever made.

Patagonia

Patagonia has come to be recognized as one of the most progressive companies out there today for their environmentally friendly and built-to-last gear. Despite being a relative newcomer to the wetsuit game, Patagonia has already proven to be one of the top manufacturers and has pushed the envelope of wetsuit technology. Their Yulex Regulator series of suits broke new ground and gained recognition as Patagonia moved all of their suits towards more environmentally friendly and sustainable methods of production.

Quiksilver

Known initially throughout the ’70s and ’80s for their high-quality and popular board shorts, Quiksilver has grown to be one of the most consistent wetsuit companies and offers suits for all conditions and budgets. Quiksilver also stands out for providing less common specialty sizes, such as a Small Tall (ST), and has a suit and size for anyone who wants to get in the water.

Rip Curl

Rip Curl is a mainstay of the wetsuit world and is dedicated to bringing the finest materials, features, and innovations. Known in particular for their “Bomb” (E-Bomb and Flashbomb) series of wetsuits, Rip Curl continues to bring the latest and greatest wetsuit technology to surfers across the globe.

Roxy

Roxy offers a wide range of high-performing and fashionable options for ladies by taking years of Quiksilver's wetsuit research and development and applying women's specific fit and features to wetsuits.

Sisstrevolution

Often referred to as “Sisstr,” Sissrevolution is the sister company of Vissla. Their suits feature the same mid-range features and technology found in the men’s models.

Vissla

With the motto “everything you need and nothing you don’t,” Vissla specializes in creating eco-friendly wetsuits without breaking the bank. Vissla is one of the few brands that offer burly 6/5mm models for frigid water surfers.

Volcom

Volcom has been a staple in the surf industry for years and recently launched a brand new line of wetsuits. Their suits quickly gained popularity amongst Cleanline employees with mid-range prices for quality rubber and features.