Sometimes getting in and out of your wetsuit can be as difficult as the swim itself, especially if you are a victim of an ill-fitting wetsuit. When you purchase a wetsuit from WayPastFast, we make sure you have the proper fit and are comfortably handling it correctly.

Taking it Off...

1. Begin by releasing the velcro closure on your collar.

2. Take your opposite hand and slowly use the ripcord to pull down on the wetsuit. Imagine that you are unzipping your wetsuit in slow motion. Fast uncontrolled jerks will add time to this process and only slow your transition.

3. Start to turn th wetsuit inside out. This entire process can be completed while you are exiting the water and finding your bike in transition. Your wetsuit should be rolled down and hanging off your waist by the time yu reach the bike rack.

4. When taking off the bottom portion of your wetsuit, remember to use your arms. Wetsuits roll off the body very quick when they are wet.

5. Do no use opposite legs to remove your wetsuit. Standing on the wetsuit could cause pavement, sand or any other rough surface to puncture the wetsuit.

CAUTION: Sharp objects can penetrate the rubber of your performance wetsuit. Long fingernails and other sharp objects could make small cuts in the surface of your wetsuit if caution is not exercised. These small cuts are not covered under the Manufacturer Warranty and are the responsibility of the owner. When trying on a wetsuit it is best to clip fingernails and/or to be especially aware of your nails.

Putting it On...

1. Step in to the wetsuit with the zipper facing behind you.

2. Pull the legs of the wetsuit about 1-2 inches above your ankle.

3. Raise the wetsuit up around your waist. Work the wetsuit rubber towards your crotch area until air pockets have disappeared. For an ideal fit, the wetsuit should feel snug and almost tight around the waist and legs.

4. Lift the wetsuit up around your arms or shoulders depending on the wetsuit model you purchased.

5. If you purchased a full suit (long sleeve), pull the sleeves 1-2 inches past your watch or wrist area. When pulling on the sleeves, pull on the rubber between the elbow and the shoulder.

6. To maximize range of motion and comfort in the water, it is important to take your time fitting the arms. Point your arms to the sky and start working the wetsuit material towards your shoulder. The wetsuit fit is correct when there is no gap between the wetsuit and your armpit. Excess rubber should reside above the shoulder. Repeat the process for both arms.

7. Have a second person zip the zipper and secure the collar. Ask the person assisting you to be careful that the zipper does not catch in the protective back flap. Having another person secure the back mechanisms will prolong the life of the rubber and help prevent your zipper from getting stuck in the closed position.

8. The wetsuit should feel tight around your neck causing the wetsuit to move with the neck. If your neck moves freely inside the wetsuit, readjust the collar. If you use lubrication products, make sure they are non-petroleum based lubricants. We recommend Body Glide.

9.  A proper fitting wetsuit should feel almost uncomfortably tight out of the water. The suit will naturally expand and become more comfortable once in the water and in a proper swimming position.