Can this be used for open water swimming or swimming in a very cold pool? Is there enough flexibility? Will water enter at neckline?
1027339
This is a very thin (also very flexible) neoprene shirt that will give you little protection from very cold temperatures and yes,,, water will enter at the neckline.
1027340
I bought it for snorkeling in Cozumel in March. The water was about 75. It was great for that. The neck was a little loose but that was fine for what I needed it for.
1027341
It's thin but that equates to greater ability to move, especially in the shoulders. I wore it in 68 degree open water and was quite comfy. The following year it was a bit warmer and chose to go without for more freedom of movement.
1027342
Yes, this is perfect for open water swimming and/or swimming in a very cold pool. It has a lot of flexibility. Water doesn't enter the neck of mine, and I purchased it a size too big for easier on/off.
1027343
It is a wet suit not a dry suit so you will still get wet. I am not sure how flexible it is for "real" swimming. We used them to basically float around while snorkeling, for which they worked great and kept us warm.
1027344
I dont necessarily feel water enter, but I do have an issue with air pockets. Even going to a smaller size, I still had sir pocket issues. With that said, it did help keep my upper body earmer. Very cold pool, I don't think it would provide enough warmth.
1027345
It was a gift for someone, so I don't know about water entering at the neckline, but it is flexible and does provide warmth in cold water.
118008
It's rather stiff. I would recommend something that will soak up the water first. This blanket takes longer to warm up if your too cold to begin with.
854980
Never tried it in a swimming pool, but it works great in the shower. It is a very tight fit so don't know why it wouldn't work as well in a pool, but guess you wouldn't want it on too long for fear of cutting off circulation.
1852290
Hi. Bought this for my husband and he uses it for snorkeling and sometimes swimming. He really likes it.
1348737
My children and I swam with ours. Adjusted the strap so I was comfortable with position where it would hang around my neck. No problems.
218813
you could try it. it is not waterproof. it is very comfortable. i like the front zipper. never was a fan of the zipper on back of the wetsuits i used while skiing and tubing altho i understand why. i use mine for hunting as a 2nd layer. i wear thermal underwear (long-johns) top and bottom and then this over that, generally. it worked well. i guess it would depend on your personal preference and if you want this suit directly against your skin
34933
No it won't keep you warm in cold water the fabric isn't that thick. It's better for sun protection.
139687
I only use it for swimming when the water is around 78 degrees, it is not a thermal or insulated jacket.
2019443
Water is still liquid at 35º, so it will work just fine. My pump has not been out in freezing temps so far this year, but the literature says it has a thermal protection device to protect it. I will have to wait and see, but so far it works great.
1472923
It is water resistant. It says to do not press button under water maintain residency, it does not say in the manual ok to use for lap swimming. Or h20 resistant at any depth of water. So I would not use it for lap swimming. Good question because originally I was given the impression that I could use it in the pool. Here is Polar's contact info if anyone would like to have it, 800-227-1314 or polarusa.com
48813
My physician recommended this item after I broke my neck. I can swim w/o turning my head to breath. It does work well; however, swimming is not really my thing and I am not significantly enamored with the pool. Although I do plan to build strength and endurance in the pool, starting in the spring to prepare myself for whitewater kayaking.
805582
The jacket is very flexible. I would still order the next size up. It will fit well but wont be restricting. I used mine for jet sking not fully submerged in the water. I dont like when something feels like it is choking you. Hope this helped.
298136
I got it to wear kayaking in colder Southern California weather. I don't think that it is meant to wear IN water.
1732906
I swam with mine in a lap pool. Never leaked but it is reall bulky and you can feel it holding you back on your wrist. when swimming, I used a smaller hr monitor watch for swim because that was all I needed and it wasn't getting in the way.
58457
I feel like it would be flexible enough to surf in...I didn't feel particularly restricted while swimming or snorkeling. I also wore the suit all day on the boat and didn't have any problems. It was a great buy!
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Yes it will, we have a simple rash guard for medium tempts and short swims but we use this one for longer swims and it keeps her at body temperature. We are in California so the water is warm but the temp gets cold while night swimming. I would recommend it.
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I Installed the unit before I opened the pool from winter. We had a lot of snow and ice this winter so it had pushed water out when it thawed. The water was just below my return line. I don't think you would want to change this with water in the pool. The water will get behind the liner and may cause problems. I would recommend lowering the water below the return line. Other than that it was a piece of cake. My kids love it for swimming after dark. Highly recommend but haven't had for very long so time will tell on durability!!!