You wear a 2mm men’s wetsuit in warm or tropical conditions. Think of a water temperature from around 20 degrees and an air temperature of 22 degrees or warmer. In the Netherlands, you usually only use a 2mm wetsuit in summer, especially on warm days in July, August, and early September. In spring and autumn, a 2mm wetsuit is too thin, especially with a lot of wind or longer sessions in cold water.

A 2mm wetsuit feels lighter and more flexible around your body than most wetsuits. Ideal if you want plenty of freedom of movement and do not necessarily need a thick wetsuit. This wetsuit protects you against wind chill, but its real advantage is protection against strong sun and chafing from your harness on your skin. This way, you can step onto your kiteboard relaxed, without walking across the beach like a lobster the next day because you went kiting in just your swim shorts.

Worldwide, a 2mm men’s wetsuit is mainly suitable for tropical kite spots where you mostly need sun protection. You wear this wetsuit in places where the water is warmer than average. Think tropical destinations, Southern Europe in summer, Hawaii, Egypt, the Dominican Republic, Brazil, or various Caribbean spots.

For the best fit, we recommend trying on your 2mm men’s wetsuit in our Megastore in Noordwijk. This way, you can immediately feel whether the wetsuit fits well around your shoulders, chest, waist, and legs. A well-fitting wetsuit feels tighter than normal when dry, but should not pinch in your armpits or behind your knees.

Every wetsuit comes with a matching size chart. This helps you make a good estimate of the right size online. Still unsure between two sizes or not sure which model suits your body best? Contact us. We are happy to help you with personal advice.

View the full wetsuit collection at Kitemana.