The Aropec Youth 2mm Steamer is a top-value wetsuit that breaks the trend of poor quality , not your bank. What we mean here is the kids wetsuit realm is an expensive one because the time and material costs differ surpassingly little between an adult and a kids wetsuit. The Aropec Youth 2mm Steamer doesn’t beat around the barrel, it pulls right in and provides your kid with a durable wetsuit with mild breathability and great thermal retention.
The 2mm super-stretch neoprene isn’t as stretchy as top of the line kids surfing suits but that is actually a good thing in terms of durability. Neoprene stretch is, for the most part, regulated by the volume of ‘air’ trapped in the cells within the core material, more stretch = less rubber therefore less material on the whole. Combine their superbly durable 2mm neoprene with a flatlock stitched seam and you’re set for years.
Flatlock is the most durable seam in wetsuits but the process creates micro pin-holes along the seams which can draw water in the suit. This lends the suit to moderately cold conditions, such as a swimming pool in winter (depending where you live/how you feel the cold). If you’re looking for a similar suit designed for cold-water conditions we recommend looking at the thermally-lined and sealed-seam .
Aropec Youth 2mm Pink Steamer Features:
- 2mm Neoprene: Ideal thickness for winter pool-swimming and ocean use on Australia's East Coast during the transitional seasons and summer. In the thick of winter we strongly advise a .
- Flatlock seams: The most durable seam in wetsuit construction and is breathable, making it great for kids who are in and out of the water. Check out our rundown on .
- Back Zip: The standard wetsuit zip and is easier to get on and off than the superior chest-zip. Get more info on .
