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How to Take Off a Wetsuit in 30 Seconds

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Putting on a wetsuit is a workout in itself, and taking it off can be, too, if you don’t do it right!


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It’s important to practice removing your wetsuit so you can easily slip out of it when you’re tired after a long open water swim or race. If you master these 5 tips, you could be out of your wetsuit in 30 seconds or less!

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Tips to Take Off Your Wetsuit 

1. Open Velcro and Pull Zipper

When you’re finished with your swim, unstick the velcro at the back of your neck and pull the zipper straight down. Pulling in other directions too forcefully could cause your suit to rip! You may need a buddy to help you with this part!

2. Peel Arms

Now, it’s time to tackle the arms of your suit. Shimmy off one shoulder at a time and pull the suit down past your elbows, alternating arms. You will likely turn your suit inside out while doing this, and that’s totally ok!

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3. Pull Past Torso and Hips

Continue pulling your suit down, inside out. Keep your suit inside out as much as possible to avoid tearing it! Take your time on this step, using big pulls to squeeze out of the suit. Smaller pulls and side to side movements won’t get you very far here!

4. Pull Down Legs

Next you’ll work on peeling the suit off of your legs. After pulling the suit down past your knees, step on the suit and use alternating, high knee movements to pull the suit down further. Don’t be too forceful with your high knees — you could damage your suit!

It can be helpful to lay down a towel during this part of the process to avoid getting sand and other debris inside your suit.

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5. You’re Free!

If you didn’t get your suit off completely in the last step, pull the suit off one foot at a time and you’re free! Sit down if needed for this, but make sure not to sit down until you have pulled your suit down past your hips.

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Wetsuit Care Tips

Wetsuits are an investment, and you should take care of yours! Here’s how to extend the life of your suit:

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How do you care for your wetsuit? What are your tips for quick and easy wetsuit removal? Let us know in the comments! Get 15% off your order at zone3.us with code MSP15!

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