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Orca Vitalis TRN Men's Openwater Wetsuit

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Description

The Orca Vitalis TRN is a 3 mm open-water wetsuit for swimmers starting out in open water or training daily, built for flexibility rather than warmth. It is the evolution of the Openwater Core TRN.

Who it's for

Swimmers new to open water, and anyone wanting a suit for regular training rather than racing or cold-water swimming. Orca position it as triathlon-oriented training, which is exactly what it is.

For genuinely cold water the Vitalis Thermal is far warmer. For racing, the Athlex and Apex ranges are cut for it.

Buoyancy and flexibility

3 mm throughout, which is the compromise this suit is built around: enough neoprene to be worth wearing, thin enough to swim in comfortably session after session. Orca lead on the flexibility rather than the buoyancy.

That makes it forgiving for a swimmer still working out their stroke, and a sensible first wetsuit before you know whether you need Float or Flex.

Getting the size right

Orca size on height, weight and chest together, and all three have to work — a suit that fits your chest but is too long in the torso will pool water at the shoulders. If you fall between sizes, go by torso length first.

It should feel tight to the point of awkward when dry. Neoprene loosens in the water, and a suit that feels comfortable in the shop is a suit that will flush cold water through it in the surf.

Looking after neoprene

Rinse in fresh water after every swim, salt or chlorine, and dry it in the shade — UV kills neoprene faster than use does. Hang it folded over a wide hanger at the waist rather than by the shoulders, which stretches them out over a season. Never wring it, and never leave it in a hot car.

Specifications
  • Type
    Openwater training wetsuit
  • Thickness
    3 mm
  • Weight
    6: 67-74kg, MT(6T): 68-76kg, 7: 75-82kg, 8: 82-89kg, 9: 89-97kg, 10: 98-109kg, 11: 107+ kg
  • Care guide
    Cleaning
    Neoprene can be damaged by excess salt or other chemicals such as chlorine if used in swimming pools. We recommend washing your wetsuit with plenty of water after each use. A small amount of neutral pH soap can be used and then rinsed out afterwards.

    Once clean, make sure prevent it from holding onto too much moisture. Air dry it outside or in a ventilated indoor space, somewhere without direct exposure to sunlight as this can damage the materials.

    Storage
    Storing your wetsuit properl
  • Chest
    6: 95-99cm, MT(6T): 95-99cm, 7: 98-104, 8: 104-108cm, 9: 108-113cm, 10: 114-124cm, 11: 123-134cm
  • Length
  • Height
    6: 167-175cm, MT(6T): 177-190cm, 7: 173-185cm, 8: 180-188cm, 9: 185-193cm, 10: 190-196cm, 11: 193-200cm
  • Width
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Additional Information
  • Flexibility
    The highly elastic materials used in this wetsuit will provide you with more flexibility in all phases of your swim stroke, so that you can enjoy total freedom of movement during your open water swimming sessions.
  • Comfort
    The 3 mm-thick neoprene in the torso and legs will provide you with the comfort you need so that your adventures at sea last longer without you worrying about the low temperatures.
  • Neutral Buoyancy
    The 3 mm panels will allow you to maintain a neutral buoyancy, improving your position and allowing you to move through the water quickly.
  • Composition:
    Neoprene : 95 %, Polyamide (Nylon) : 5 %

FAQ's

I have had a look at your wetsuit size chart but only fit the chest and weight measurements in my chosen size. I am too tall for this size, what should I do?
The most important thing to consider when fitting a wetsuit is that the suit fits correctly on your torso (shoulder to crotch). So, if you are too tall to fit into the corresponding height measurements for your weight and chest size, but you either know that you have a long or short legs or arms, then don’t worry, your core will be warm and the suit will fit you. It may be worth try some swim booties when the temperature starts to drop.

I have had a look at your wetsuit size chart but only fit in the height and weight measurement’s, but my chest is too broad/big, what should I do?
When it comes to being too broad for our size chart (but only a little bit), the best thing to do is to go for a more flexible wetsuit which accommodates your chest or shoulders better. Unfortunately, this does tend to mean spending a bit more, but a correct fitting wetsuit makes a world of difference.

I have had a look at your wetsuit size chart but only fit in the chest and height measurements, my weight is below the minimum for that sized suit, what should I do?
If you are just a bit below the minimum sizing and you are looking at an intermediate suit or above (Sonar or above) then you should be ok and these wetsuit models are cut to be a more ‘athletic’ fit than the entry level suits. If you are substantially below the weight require and near the lower limit of the height and chest size, it may be worth trying a size down in one of the more flexible wetsuits.

Is the Orca Vitalis TRN good for beginners?
Yes — Orca build it for swimmers starting out in open water or training daily. At 3 mm it is flexible and forgiving rather than specialised, which suits someone still working out their stroke.

What is the difference between the Vitalis TRN and the Vitalis Thermal?
Warmth against flexibility. The TRN is 3 mm and built to swim in regularly; the Thermal runs panels up to 4.5 mm with an insulating lining and a hood, for genuinely cold water.

Is the Vitalis TRN the same as the Openwater Core TRN?
The Vitalis TRN is the evolution of the Openwater Core TRN — the same place in the range under a newer name. Orca renamed the open-water line to Vitalis.

Can I race a triathlon in the Vitalis TRN?
You can, but it is not built for it. Triathlon suits in the Athlex and Apex ranges are cut for buoyancy and shoulder freedom at race pace. The TRN is a training suit that will get you round.

How should the Vitalis TRN fit?
Tight when dry, loosening in the water. Orca size on height, weight and chest together, all three of which need to work — a suit that fits the chest but is long in the torso will pool water at the shoulders.