When the days stretch longer and the water begins to warm, mens 3mm summer wetsuits become the go-to choice for riders and watersports enthusiasts who want a balance of comfort, warmth and freedom in the water.
A 3mm summer wetsuit typically features 3mm neoprene around the torso with slightly thinner neoprene — often 2mm — on the arms and legs. That difference isn’t just technical jargon: it’s how a suit stays warm where you need it most while still giving your shoulders and limbs the flexibility to paddle, pop up and move freely. It’s that mix of insulation and mobility that makes a 3mm summer suit ideal across the UK coast from late spring through to early autumn.
Some riders prefer a back zip because it’s straightforward to get on and off, while others like the snugger seal of a chest zip. And if you’re thinking “I want comfort and performance,” suits with ergonomic panel layouts and quality seam construction help reduce flushing so chilly water doesn’t sneak in when you duck dive or ride a wave.
At Ocean Sports Board Riders, we’re here to help you find a suit that matches your season and your style.
C-Skins wetsuits are a name you’ll hear again and
again in British watersports circles — especially among surfers,
bodyboarders, paddleboarders and open-water swimmers who want gear made by people who truly understand cold-water conditions. Born from a passion for the sea and tested in some of the harshest waters of northern Europe, C-Skins has been refining wetsuit design and construction for decades so that when you’re in the water, your kit feels like a reliable partner, not just another piece of clothing.
O’Neill wetsuits are among the most iconic and trusted
wetsuits in the world of watersports, built on a legacy that goes right back to where modern surfing and wetsuit design began. The brand’s storystarts with Jack O’Neill, who is credited with inventing the neoprene surf wetsuit in the 1950s so surfers could stay out longer and enjoy the water even when temperatures dropped. That pioneering spirit — a desire to extend sessions and make cold water more welcoming — still shapes every suit the company produces today.
Rip Curl wetsuits are among the most recognised and respected wetsuit ranges in watersports, known for their blend of heritage, innovation and performance. Born in 1969 in Torquay, Australia, Rip Curl began as a surf company that quickly became deeply involved in wetsuit design — pioneering many of the technologies riders now take for granted. This long history of
development means Rip Curl gear often feels familiar and trustworthy to surfers, bodyboarders and open-water adventurers alike.
