Jack O’Neill (yes, he of O’Neill surf brand fame) is widely credited for coming up with the first wetsuit that was specifically designed for use when surfing or enjoying other water-based sports. The ...

Neoprene is good at keeping surfers warm in the water, but producing it is a dirty business. Not only is the material non-renewable, but it's derived from petroleum or limestone, which means it's a ...

At 77, Bob Meistrell leads deep-sea diving expeditions to Catalina Island and remains at the helm of Body Glove International, the multimillion-dollar Redondo Beach surf company he co-founded with his ...

Patagonia, long recognized for its commitment to the environment, just introduced the world’s first wetsuits that are made with natural rubber from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council ...

The O’Neil Original Men’s 2/1mm Back Zip Jacket is a classic design from a trusted brand that is sure to keep you warm during your long summer surf sessions. This wetsuit top contains 2mm of premium ...

A dozen miles from the Pacific Ocean, at California State University in San Marcos, surfers paddle against a current in a temperature-controlled tank. The flume pool is part of the university’s Surf ...

June 5, 2006 The wetsuit was invented in 1951 by UC Berkeley physicist Hugh Bradner to help the U.S. Navy’s “underwater swimmers” who were experiencing difficulties thanks to the advent of the Self ...