{"title":"7mm wetsuits","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur range of 7mm wetsuits and thicker semi-dry suits is for colder NZ water—and divers who like a little more warmth whatever the season. Compare different zip designs, men’s and women’s fits, and options for layering through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat water temperature suits a 7mm wetsuit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 7mm one-piece is our go-to all-year North Island scuba option, with a hood and gloves added for winter water around 15°C.\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s also a summer choice if you prefer more insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Tony wear for New Zealand scuba diving?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A 7mm is my go-to. In winter I add a hood and gloves, and sometimes a vest underneath for colder, deeper dives. In summer, I love diving in the 7mm without the hood and gloves. I’ve never found a suit too warm.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why we don’t automatically steer everyone towards a thinner summer suit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShould I choose a 7mm one-piece or a 5mm two-piece?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor scuba diving, Tony chooses a 7mm one-piece. For spearfishing and freediving, both Tony and Liz use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/5mm-wetsuits\"\u003e5mm two-piece open-cell suit\u003c\/a\u003e all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use the same general temperature guide for both setups. The overlapping jacket and long john add insulation around the torso, so a 5mm two-piece shouldn’t be compared directly with a 5mm one-piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s the difference between a wetsuit and a semi-dry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA semi-dry is still a wetsuit. Its seals and zip are designed to reduce water flushing through the suit; it does not keep you dry like a drysuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the fit, seals and zip arrangement alongside neoprene thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I put together a winter setup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a close-fitting suit, then consider a suitable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hoods\"\u003edive hood\u003c\/a\u003e, gloves and any extra layers together. Adding layers should still leave you able to breathe and move comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@dive360.co.nz\"\u003ehello@dive360.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e for help, or pop into the Tauranga store for a fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beuchat_alize_7mm_wetsuit_lady","title":"Beuchat Alize 7mm Women’s Hooded Wetsuit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dive360 Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Alize puts a hood, a front zip and 7mm neoprene into one practical scuba suit. No separate hood to leave on the kitchen bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts shaped cut and stretch panels help you move without fighting the suit. The lined interior makes dressing simpler than an open-cell spearfishing suit, while reinforced knees, elbows and seat look after the areas that take the knocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose it for cooler-water diving when a substantial full suit makes sense. 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Extra neoprene at the back and shoulders cushions the areas beneath your scuba gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the direction we’d look for cooler-water scuba diving when you want a flexible one-piece. Use your body measurements to check the size guide, and allow for your own cold tolerance and dive duration. 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The wide front opening is the standout feature: it gives you access you can manage yourself and leaves the back free to stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 8mm body and 7mm limbs are backed by a Fireskin 2 lining, with an extra inner shell through the chest and shoulders. The semi-dry zip, seam sealing and wrist and ankle seals work together to reduce water exchange. Fit still does a lot of the work, so check the women's measurements rather than choosing from your everyday clothing size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe'd put this on the shortlist for divers prioritising warmth and accessible dressing over a lighter suit. 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