YOU'RE AN EXPERT SURFER
Surfing is your favorite sport. During your sessions, you paddle to the line up, passing the bar like a duck if you're on a shortboard, or like a turtle if you're on a longboard. You're committed to riding powerful waves of over a metre. You know how to surf all types of waves. We've designed a range of boards to suit your intensive riding and your body type.
MAXIMUM FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT
The women's 900 wetsuit line OLAIAN features a cut and materials specifically chosen to facilitate rowing and free up maximum movement. The entire wetsuit is made of ultra-stretch neoprene. All seams are stretchable.
The chest zip frees up the back completely during practice and offers optimal rowing, but requires real effort when putting on the wetsuit, and is aimed at experienced surfers.
COMFORT BEFORE AND AFTER THE SESSION
The inside of the wetsuit has a soft knit fabric, making it easy to put on and take off. As the knit dries quickly, you'll be able to put your suit back on comfortably the very next day.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE
To get the most out of your wetsuit, you need to choose the right size. A wetsuit should fit snugly and there should be no visible creases. When dry, it's normal to feel too tight; this discomfort disappears as soon as the wetsuit gets wet, as the neoprene relaxes in the water. Wherever possible, we strongly encourage you to try it on in the cabin before you buy.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT COMBINATION (PART 1)
The first criterion for choosing a wetsuit is water temperature.
Water temperature varies according to location and time of year.
Always check that the water temperature on your spot corresponds to the recommended temperature range:
Warm waters above 20°C. Temperate waters between 17 and 22°C.
Temperate waters between 17 and 22°C.
Cold waters between 12 and 17°C.
Very cold waters between 7 and 12°C.
Consult seatemperature.org to find out the temperature of your spot.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT COMBINATION (PART 2)
The 2nd criterion to consider is the duration of your sessions. If your sessions last less than an hour, the 100 models are ideal. Up to 2 hours, opt for the 500 models, and up to 3 hours for the 900 models. Compared to 100 models, 500 models will be warmer (and more waterproof), will limit fatigue (more freedom of movement) and will better limit chafing. The same applies to 900 models compared to 500 models. NB: 900 models are - easy to put on
COL
The collar finish has been designed to limit irritation. Depending on individual sensitivity, a UV top can be worn under the suit to reduce the risk of irritation. The application of a greasy cream (e.g. Vaseline) in areas of friction (neck, armpits, knees) is also recommended for long wear. At the 1st fitting, the collar may feel tight, but this area will relax once in the water. Make sure you position the flap correctly.
KEY POCKET
There's a flat elastic band under the zip flap, so you can keep your key with you.
MATERIALS
This 900 3/2 wetsuit OLAIAN is made of genuine neoprene for better thermal insulation. The neoprene is lined with synthetic textile for greater abrasion resistance. Neoprene thickness: 3 and 2 mm. Neoprene is a closed-cell elastomer foam (polychloroprene) containing insulating nitrogen bubbles. We test and guarantee the thermal quality of our neoprene materials.
CLOSE
The chest zip closure frees up movement while providing a better seal than a conventional back closure. The zipper slider is made of stainless steel to resist saltwater aggression.
STAY WARMER LONGER WITH THERMAL ACCESSORIES! FOR EVERY TEMPERATURE RANGE...
When we're in the water, we lose more than half our body heat through our extremities (feet, hands, head). We therefore recommend the following accessories:
- in warm and temperate water (>17°C) => neoprene socks.
- in cold water (12 - 17°C): high booties and gloves.
- in very cold water (7 - 12°C): high booties, gloves, balaclava and balaclava top.
DO YOU HAVE A SUIT WITH A HOLE OR TEAR IN IT? DON'T THROW IT AWAY!
To extend the life of your wetsuit, Decathlon is committed to ensuring that all neoprene wetsuits are repairable.
OLAIANDECATHLON'S SURF BRAND
Based in Hendaye, in the south-west of France, OLAIAN is the new surf and bodyboard brand from Decathlon. In our "feet in the water" offices, we can design a swimsuit or wetsuit in a single day, then test it directly in the sea.
