Is there an easy way to put on a 7mm wet suit?

[RXTdiver]

I just got fitted for my pool classes and open water dives.

The first suit I tried on was 3 or 5 mm (I think it was 5 mm). That was a struggle.

But then I tried to put on the 7mm wet suit. First of all I couldn't believe how heavy that was, but putting that on was even harder than the first wet suit. I barely got it on and still needed to make some adjustments which I didn't bother with.

Is there an easy way to get these wet suits on?

I really hope there is because I'm not looking forward to doing that again.

 

[Marie13]

Long sleeve rash guard on top and some sort of lyrics socks on your feet.

 

[TMHeimer]

No. I too leave my socks on when putting on the pants (farmer john). Don't take it off and try putting it back on wet. Find a good pee routine.....

 

[Marie13]

No. I too leave my socks on when putting on the pants (farmer john). Don't take it off and try putting it back on wet. Find a good pee routine.....

If you own your suit, why take it off to pee?

 

[ontdiver]

Long sleeve rash guard on top and some sort of lyrics socks on your feet.

I found the a full body rash guard + lycra socks to be the best combination.

 

[RXTdiver]

I found the a full body rash guard + lycra socks to be the best combination.

The socks might help you slip your foot through but you still have to pull the wet suit over your thighs. Wouldn't that part still be difficult?

 

[MaxBottomtime]

Put plastic grocery bags on your feet and hands and the suit will slide on.

 

[Marie13]

The socks might help you slip your foot through but you still have to pull the wet suit over your thighs. Wouldn't that part still be difficult?

Note: full body rash guard from @ontdiver

 

[formernuke]

I found the a full body rash guard + lycra socks to be the best combination.

This plus rash gaurd socks for the boots.

Or just except the future or cold water diving and go dry.

 

[tech3324]

I use this wetsuit lubricant from Mako Suit Slide Wetsuit Lubricant. A 4oz spray bottle easily lasts for a day of boat diving. Spray it on the tight parts of the wetsuit like wrists, calves, etc and the suit pulls right on easily, wet or dry. Also works well for drysuit seals.