Cromer Winter Surfing

[sean3483]

Hi, has any one here done much surfing around east anglia in the winter?

Iv had a board for about 3 months now and only used it once! So im thining about investing in a winter wetsuit and accessories.

Im not sure what thickness to go for? are the thick ones very restricting?

What about socks, are they worth it?

Cheers

[FishKid Wales]

For winter surfing in this country you will defo need a 5/3 wetty a decent set of boots (min 3mm thick) + a hood for when its xtra cold.
Obviously the thicker the suit the less flexibility, but if your willing to spend a few quid you could get something with flex panels in the right places or spend a few more quid and the whole suit would be more flexible!
I cant fault my psycho 2, warm/no flush + fairly flexible.
1 bit of advice is try on as many different suits as humanely possible and look out for the 1 that fits the best.

[Dr Rev]

My Billa-Bong 5-4-3mm Oscillator is very warm in cold water, and it has stretch panels so not too restricted,
Billa-Bong boots are warm too, dont forget that you need gloves aswell.
let us know when your going and i might join you cos i live just down the coast...

[Broosta]

I surf Cromer every winter and you NEED a 5/3 suit, boots, gloves and hood.
Get your ass into East Coast Surf shop on Dove Street in Norwich and speak to Mark, G and Stu and they wil sort you right out with all you need.