What is the temperature range the wetsuit is suitable for?
The upper temperature for the wetsuit is 24 degrees Celsius, but the lowest temperature is based on personal comfort.
Can I wear items from the triathlon apparel range for the full triathlon?
All triathlon apparel garments are designed to be worn under the wetsuit for the swim, and to be quick drying during transition onto the bike and run.For a non-wetsuit event a swimskin can be worn over the tri suit, or a tri suit can be worn on its own throughout the triathlon, but it needs to be chosen with the distance of the race in mind.
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.
How warm is the Orca Vitalis Thermal?
The Orca Vitalis Thermal is the warmest open-water suit Orca make, with panels up to 4.5 mm, a Thermal X lining and a Batwing hood layer. Orca publish no temperature range, so judge it against the water you actually swim in.
What is the Batwing on the Vitalis Thermal?
The Batwing is an extra layer of neoprene across the back of the hood, acting as a thermal barrier that reduces how much cold water reaches the skin at the neck — where most heat is lost in open water.
Is the Vitalis Thermal suitable for triathlon?
Not really. Thickness buys warmth and costs flexibility, and triathlon suits are built the other way round. For racing look at the Athlex or Apex ranges instead.
What is the difference between the Vitalis Thermal and the Vitalis TRN?
Warmth. The Thermal runs panels up to 4.5 mm with a Thermal X lining and a hood; the TRN is a 3 mm training suit with more flexibility and less insulation. Cold water versus regular training.
How should the Vitalis Thermal fit?
Tight when dry. A loose thermal suit flushes cold water through itself and defeats the purpose. Orca size on height, weight and chest together, and all three need to work.
