Wetsuits

Open water wetsuits: swimming in lakes, seas or rivers

Open water swimming requires equipment suited to the water you are swimming in (lake, river, sea or ocean), your level and how you feel. This collection brings together the Orca Vitalis wetsuits, designed for training and open water.

The Orca Vitalis models

• Vitalis TRN (men and women): neutral buoyancy and approximately 3 mm Yamamoto neoprene, for getting started in open water or training regularly.
• Vitalis Light (men): sleeveless, for maximum freedom of the shoulders and arms, with enhanced buoyancy on the legs.
• Vitalis OW Hivis (men): high-visibility orange panels to be easily spotted in the water.
• Vitalis Breast Stroke (men and women): the Orca wetsuit designed for breaststroke, with a cut suited to this movement.

How to choose?

Two criteria matter: the water temperature, which determines the thickness of the neoprene, and your swimming level. If you are just starting out, opt for good buoyancy; if you are a good swimmer, a more flexible wetsuit will give you more sensation. Our guide How to choose your swimming wetsuit helps you decide.

For more

The Orca neoprene short provides additional buoyancy to work on your position, and Head glue allows for small repairs. For the Athlex and Apex ranges, discover our triathlon neoprene wetsuits, or the swimrun wetsuits and swimskins.

Unsure about the model or size? Our team of triathletes will advise you in our stores in Paris, Nice and Girona, and by email.