2mm

Short John

Highest quality 360° stretch limestone neoprene
flatlock seams
Back zip entry
Sealed leg cuffs
Internal key stash

Designed and tested in cool conditions, this shortjohn backzip wetsuit has been developed for water temperatures ranging from 18°C to 24°C (64° to 75° Fahrenheit). Featuring highest quality, rapid-dry limestone neoprene, combined with the best level of seam construction this is a high-performance warm tube suit wetsuit with a back zip for easy entry that will keep you comfortable in cool water conditions.

needessentials is a collective of Australian surfers who are dedicated to responsibly making the best possible wetsuits more affordable.

needessentials Short John mens summer wetsuit non branded

Why are we so affordable?

needessentials is an independent, direct supply company, run by Australian surfers. We value the truth, which is why we are honest about what it costs to create our products.

With no branding, packaging, excessive advertising campaigns or retail mark ups, we are able to invest in what is important, building the highest quality products at the best price. We only use the best materials and manufacturing and we are dedicated to providing you with a world class wetsuit.

Responsible design - Minimal waste

We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment, we produce ethically made and environmentally responsible products. We don't produce single use plastics, branding or advertising materials.

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Size	Height Range (cm)	Weight Range (kg)
XS	159-167	55-60
S	168-173	58-67
ST	174-179	58-67
MS	168-173	68-77
M	174-179	68-77
MT	180-185	68-77
LS	174-179	78-86
L	180-185	78-86
LT	186-191	78-86
XLS	180-185	87-96
XL	186-191	87-96
XLT	192-200	87-96
XXL	192-200	97-110

Size	Height Range	Weight Range
4	155-166	45-52
6	160-169	53-58
8	164-173	59-62
10	167-176	63-67
12	169-178	68-75
14	172-181	76-82

USA	Europe
6	39
7	40
8	41
9	42
10	43
11	45
12	46
13	47

Size	Waist (cm)	Hip (cm)
28	75	82
30	80	87
32	85	92
33	88	95
34	90	98
36	95	103
38	100	108

Size	Height	Weight
6	123-128	25-30
8	128-133	28-33
10	133-143	33-38
12	143-153	39-43
14	153-163	44-53
16	163-173	54-62

Wetsuit Glove Size	Width (CM)- Palm	Length (CM)- Palm (base) to Middle Finger Tip
S	7	15-17
M	8	17-19
L	9	19-21
XL	10	21-23

Wetsuit Balaclava And Hood Size	Head Circumference (cm.)
S	51
M	55
L	58
XL	61