Wetsuit Outlet Blog

The countdown to the world-class surf competition is ON! Here’s everything you need to know so far…

Wetsuits can be pricey, which means caring for your wetty is important. So read on for a bunch of good tips, tricks and products available to extend the lifespan of your gear.

We pay tribute to wetsuit pioneer and all-round surfing legend, Jack O’Neill.

Think you’re pretty good at kayaking? Well try doing this lot and think again! With a little effort you could drastically improve your paddling skills…

The big wide world of wetsuits can be confusing and challenging if you’re not sure what to look for. With so many wetsuits to choose from and a range of different price tags, it might seem confusing at first. But fear not! Here’s a few pointers to help buy yourself the perfect wetsuit…

So what exactly is a Stand Up Paddleboard? How do you do it? And with so many models on the market how do you know which one is right for you? Read on, we’ve got you covered…

The triathlon is booked, you’ve bought a new bike and top of the line trainers – but what about a wetsuit?

Want to get the most out of your next dive? Make sure you’re doing these simple things between trips…

It’s National Earth Day on April 22nd what better time to give back to our environment and look after Mother Nature? Here are a few ways you can help protect the coast so we can enjoy it for years to come…

We throw them on every day without even thinking about it, but where did wetsuits come from, and what on earth did we all do before them?

Well it’s that time again – the start of a new season! The sun is shining, the water is calling and we need to dust off our kit. But what’s still safe to use and what needs replacing? Here are a few things to consider…

Think kitesurfing is too extreme for you? Think again! Here’s why you should give it a go this summer…

The weather is (almost) looking better and we’re getting super excited for the return of watersports. Here are a few things you’ll need if you plan on having springtime fun at the seaside…

We all know practise makes perfect when it come to surfing, but there are a few things you can do to improve your technique. Here’s how to be a better surfer straight away…

So you know what fish to look for and you’ve got your accommodation booked. But have you got your kit bag sussed out yet? Here’s your definitive tick list of what to pack for that big diving trip. Enjoy!

Make your February less bleak and more colourful with our edit of the best pieces to wrap up warm in this winter…

It’s that time of year again and our January sale is packed with everything you need to get out on the water. So what are you waiting for?

If you’re stuck for inspiration, why not choose one of these? Forget the usual ‘eat more vegetables’ and get outdoors with these ideas to push your mind and body in 2017...

Palm have long been considered one of the market leaders for paddle sports and they’re consistent quality and value have earned them a place in our hearts. With equipment and clothing for all budgets and water sports, you’ll want the lot! Here’s our round up of our favourite bargains…

Not quite brave enough to face the sales, but still want to bag yourself a bargain? Well you’re in luck as we’ve slashed the prices on hundreds of products on our website. So sit back and take a look at some of our favourites. Turkey sandwich anyone?

Don’t forget the little ones this year. If you’re still in need of a few presents to put under the tree, we’ve got lots that your little water babies will love!

Still got a few prezzies left to buy? Never fear, we’ve got the perfect gift for EVERYONE in your life!

If you’re still getting your winter wardrobe together, you’re in luck. All of these reduced items are perfect for wearing right now. So what are you waiting for? Get shopping!

Once a humble boardshorts designer and now a globally recognised surfer brand, Billabong is the Australian label you need in your life. With a huge range comprising wetsuits, hoodies, boots, swimwear, gloves and heaps of stylish clothing for men, women and kids, you’re sure to find something you love!

Don’t leave it all to the last minute this year. Beat the crowds and snap up all gifts for the outdoor enthusiasts in your life online. Thanks to our 90-day return policy over the festive period, they’ll have plenty of time to change their mind!

For a relatively new idea, it’s taken the world of watersports by storm. And no wonder, it’s great fun, easy to pick up and sure to get your adrenaline pumping. Still need convincing? Fine, here you are…

The trees are looking bare and there’s a bitter chill in the air - winter has well and truly taken hold. But it will take more than that to keep us indoors! Wrap up warm with these super toasty items. The best bit? They’re all in the sale…

We’re having a huge sale on our website right now, including lots of great gear from one of our favourite sailing and watersport brands. MUSTO has a great range of quality active wear – here are some of our top picks!

You can’t hit the waves if you don’t look the part, right? Well luckily we’ve got you covered, surfers, in our end of season sale!

Stop right there! You can’t hit the water with the wrong kit. Luckily, we’ve compiled 8 of our best products for Kayaking – and they’re all in the sale too!

This week we’re celebrating the amazing sailing brand, Gill and offering you great discounts over on our website! Every boater needs some of their ultra-technical gear to keep them looking the part on the waves. Here’s our top five discount buys…

Concerned about getting to grips with the latest Red Paddle Co SUP boards and equipment? Never fear, Red Paddle Co have released these handy how-to guides to help you get pumped...

There’s nothing worse than a disappointing dive. For mesmerising marine life guaranteed, head to some of these top destinations

We catch up with super swimmer Nathan Payas following his successful swim of the English Channel to raise money for charity – and we find out exactly what he thought about for the nine hours it took to make the crossing…

When you like water sports as much as us lot, it’s inevitable you’ll spend considerable amounts of time on sandy stretches. But do you know the official beach etiquette?

Ever wanted to swim the Channel? We catch up with Nathan Payas, a singer and swimmer from Gibraltar who’s about to take on the English Channel to raise money for charity

Were you inspired by our windsurfing spotlight video, Realise: Age is no limit? In case you need any more reasons to try a sport that looks cool, makes you feel great and is guaranteed to tone you up, here are a few more…

Whether you live close to the sea or not, there are countless benefits to teaching your child how to swim. Here are just a few…

Golden sands, a thrilling Atlantic swell and miles of spectacular coastline. Yep, it’s hard to beat Cornwall for water sports...

No matter how fit you are, swimming can often be a challenge. It requires different muscles than the ones we’re used to and demands good technique. Here are a few easy ways you can set your stroke on fire…

Forget going abroad for that surfing holiday, we’ve got world-class beaches and thrilling swells right here in the UK. Here are a few of our favourites.

Whether you are going abroad or simply heading to the UK coastline, if you are planning on spending prolonged periods of time in the sea, then investing in a wetsuit is a purchase that you won’t regret.

Whichever part of the world you’re keen to cruise, make sure you plan your trip at the ideal time for optimum sailing. Here’s our simple guide on where to sail, and when.

There’s a myriad of mysterious creatures that lurk in the ocean depths, so it’s hardly surprising that many divers struggle to identify fish. Depending where you’re diving you’re likely to spot different species, but here are the basics when it comes to tropical marine life.

Forget the tourist traps and hop on a boat to encounter dolphins in their natural habitat. Here’s everything you need to know…

No matter what water sports you’re into, there are a few guidelines you should always consider when enjoying life by the sea...

Competent skippers are always looking to pass on their love of sailing, but handling new crew is a bit different to dealing with saltier sea dogs...

It’s great fun and fantastic exercise, so no wonder celebs (and even royalty) love surfing just as much as we do. Here are our favourite stars that can’t get enough of the open ocean...

Whether you’re sailing the Med or cruising UK waters, there are a few things you can’t afford to leave behind on a weekend sail. Assuming your navigation charts and standard equipment are already arranged, here’s your checklist for the rest.

Summer is here and so is our sale! We’ve got everything you could think of to stay stylish while active this season, and all at unbeatable prices. Here’s our pick of the best…

Just imagine it - an ocean to yourself, dolphins blowing turquoise rivers through the black sea and a sky full of stars to guide your sails...

Perfect your sailing etiquette by following these 5 essential rules for safe and smooth sailing…

Give your kids the watersports bug this Summer...

Yogis everywhere are now using SUP boards to improve and challenge their practice and Stand Up Paddle boarders should give it a go too, here’s why…

Sometimes it’s being prepared with the little things that ensure you surf better, for longer and never miss a good session…

We all want to be able to enjoy beautiful beaches, clean seas and protect them for future generations and the marine life for which they are home...

The weather's hotting up and with Summer on our doorstep, we're thinking about the best products to keep cool and look great. Check out our sizzling Summer Essentials...

Come with us on a tour round the world, looking for the most beautiful places to SUP...

Take up snorkeling and marvel at the abundance of life in our seas – you actually need very little kit to get started…

Snorkeling is an exciting and inexpensive way to experience the diverse range of life in our seas – here are our top tips for getting started…

We’ve given Mystic’s 2016 kitesurfing kit our seal of approval for both performance and style – here’s the kit we’re lusting after most…

New to stand up paddle boarding? These pro pointers will see you avoid all the usual beginner mistakes…

Get ready to ride the waves and have some serious fun with our favourite bodyboarding kit…

We all know sports performance is enhanced by a healthy diet, but sometimes everyone craves a sweet treat! That’s where these decadent desserts come in…

Get prepped for a long distance skateboarding adventure with these go-anywhere hero products…

This dedicated 19-year-old from Essex skated all the way down to Newquay, Cornwall, locking up 370 solo miles – that’s some serious long distance skateboarding...

Welcome the good weather with some new sunny Spring kit…

Swimming outdoors is great fun and boasts a whole range of benefits for body, mind and soul...

Presenting the WSO SpraySuit! Thanks to new, totally epic technology, we've created a wetsuit that you simply spray on...

This week we’re lusting after Palm’s high tech, high style kayak kit…

Improve your tri times, transitions and travel with our top products…

We’ve been on the edge of our seats following Musto ambassador Ian Walker skippering a gaggle of celebrities in aid of BT Sport Relief...

Get ready for the Spring/Summer SUP season with our lust-worthy fabulous five…

Here are our top tips to make sailing with children a stress-free success…

Time to update your sailing kit? Take a look at our favourite five products…

If you aren’t already including coconut oil in your diet, you will be...

As watersports fans we all love and respect our planet’s saltwater supply, but how much do you actually know about our oceans?

Need some new gear? Take a look at wakeboarding’s most wanted…

Sailing presents some fantastic photographic opportunities – here are our top tips for making the most out of them…

Summer wouldn’t be Summer without a regatta or two – here are five of our favourites to inspire you…

Make your surf trip ultra-smooth with these travel essentials.

Plan a road trip with your best SUP buddies and visit one of the UK’s best spots…

Turn your phone into powerful tool for triathlon training with our top 5 apps

Breakfast is the meal that makes champions. Set yourself up for a good day everyday with these quick and healthy ideas

We’re dreaming of leaving winter behind for a week or two in warm waters...

Swim, run and cycle in one of the world’s most extraordinary triathlons

Make 2016 your healthiest and happiest year ever with these awesome and achievable New Year’s resolutions!

There’s no reason why your dog can’t be an important part of your crew – follow our top tips for smooth sailing with furry friends…

Choosing the correct wetsuit will protect you from weather and water conditions by keeping you warm and making you feel more comfortable and safer in the water.

Water is so beneficial to our bodies and drinking enough is vital for overall health and sports performance...

Too many photos of cats and cappuccinos in your news feed? Follow the boarders who’ll fill your feed with insane kiteboarding photos and inspire you to get out there!

Swim, cycle, run! Follow our advice for a successful, stress-free first triathlon.

Winter can be the best season to surf in the UK – you just need to know how to survive the cold water, get organised and ditch the 3:2 wetsuit...

Don’t let a busy lifestyle impact on your diet – these healthy high energy snacks are perfect for in between meals and won’t ruin your training program.

Sometimes all it takes is a bunch of signatures to make a big difference to the future of our planet…

Know your Bowline from your Cleat Hitch? If not, read on. This is Sailing 101, people!

The water is as unpredictable as it is inviting. For sailing, as well as many other watersports, it’s vital to wear a lifejacket, as it could very well save your life...

It really is easier than ever to hit the wake as loads of water sports centres and wake-parks allow you to just turn up, hire the gear and have a go.

From tides and weather to news and knots, we round up our top free sailing apps

Get in the water for a total body workout and an adrenaline fix all in one…

Give these guys and gals a follow and you’ll never be bored at work again...

Listening to the wind in the sail with the sun on your face amidst open waters is something everybody should experience...

If you’re just getting started in sailing and don’t know your boom from your elbow, you need this nautical glossary in your life…

Kayaking lifts the spirits, clears the mind and works the whole body...

Their little faces will warm you heart, but do they have better skills than you?

The ultimate test of your determination and motivation, Triathlon allows you to push yourself further than you ever thought you’d go.

Cast off your bowlines and explore some of the best sailing destinations in Europe…

Take a holiday on the wild side and visit one of these quirky beaches...

You don’t need to have a high level of fitness to get started with SUP, that comes naturally and the health benefits you’ll reap from the sport are plentiful…

We've hand-picked the best these pro underwater photographers have to offer

Surf etiquette is actually pretty straightforward – just memorise these 7 rules and you won't have a problem...