ONeill Girls Bahia 4/3mm Back Zip Steamer Wetsuit

O’Neill Girls Bahia 4/3mm Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit is a lightweight and flexible wetsuit that provides maximal comfort.  O’Neill’s Ultraflex DS neoprene and GBS seams give the wetsuit a sleek look and feel as well as flexibility with a stretch factor of 150%. The seamless paddle zones provide additional comfort by removing the potential for chafing and improving the flexibility of high-strain areas.

The Bahia makes a perfect suit for surfing when it is cooler thanks to its water drainage system and fluid flex firewall insulation. These features help to wick water away from the skin and drain excess water. And with chest zip entry, water sealing is as good as it gets with a zipper on your wettie. This also helps maintain flexibility through the back panels for easy paddling.

At this thickness, this wettie would be well suited to conditions during winter from around Sydney (Perth for the west) and further south. It might be worth grabbing yourself some wetsuit gloves and booties if you’re around here and prone to the cold.

O’Neill Girls Bahia 4/3mm Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit Features: 

• UltraFlex DS Neoprene 4/3mm: High-performance super-stretch neoprene that is resistant to velcro pulls and snags. For a smaller thickness, the wetsuit still provides warmth thanks to its durable outer layer that resists wind chill. 
• GBS and Taped Seams: This stitching helps keep the water out with reinforcing tape while allowing you to move with ease. Stitching is one of the least stretchy components of a wetsuit, so eliminating it helps to increase its stretch. 
• Chest Zip: Chest Zips don’t impact the flexibility of your wetsuit’s neoprene, at least not where you need it for paddling. 
• 3x Water Drain System:  This system naturally drains water that enters the wetsuit to keep you feeling dry and light when in the water. 
• Fluid Flex Firewall: A soft and lightweight neoprene that will keep you warm and provide good stretch.  
• Seamless Paddle Zones: Provides optimal comfort by eliminating rubbing that often causes rashes and chafing. 

 

For optimal care and longevity of your wetsuit, use Australian-made Wetsuit Wash during cleaning and refer to our Wetsuit Maintenance Guide. To ensure you select the perfect wetsuit for you, consult our informative blog posts on topics such as Zipper and Entry Systems, Seams and Stitching, and The Differences in Wetsuits.