Yes! Another cool thing is I can get it slim enough in the top but long enough too. That’s my big problem.
Xterra. They have size for long and skinny. Perfect fit for me
2 piece DeSoto FTW.
I would go with whatever the Wurtele’s wear. Aquasphere?
This is a good example of how the fit of the Aqua Sphere Phantom works for taller people (they cut the legs shorter). I can assure you that these are production suits, not custom, though I do agree with Fleck that some companies do this for the their pros.
jake
No question 2 piece DeSoto. 6’6 and over the years between 195 and 220. Owned 9 or 10 suits. All of my fastest and most comfortable splits in a DeSoto 2 piece.
Just curious - doesn’t this design then rule out the use of calf-sleeves? Even on my Sailfish sized Small-Tall, which is rather long in the legs, they still protrude a bit.
Happy to send out a test suit for you to try out. Drop us a PM
Not at all. For example, I wear a Phantom in an ML (6’3) and it fits so that the ankle cuffs are about 3-4 inches above my ankle. I don’t cut the suit, that’s the way it fits. I have raced with calf sleeves on and just put them on under the suit. Even if they stick out passed the bottom of your suit, you are not putting a very drag inducing fabric out there. The tight knit fabric of compression material likely has a low enough drag coefficient that you are giving up any time.
If you are speaking about the new no compression during the swim rules, that only applies to non wetsuit swims.
I’d say go right ahead and wear your compression. Socks, I wouldn’t recommend, but sleeves I think you are going to be just fine.
jake
I am 6’6" and 180#. I have a Zoot Synergy L and it is to short arms and legs. I feel like it is really restricting my arms. I have a 7mm steamer that is more comfy. The fit in the middle is great. I do not see my size on any fit chart. Anybody else tall and skinny find a good fit?
Thanks Dan
I’m 6’2" 160 and wear the same suit as you in a small. Got fit by a zoot rep who was at the store and went with it. Yes, the arms and legs are short, but I’m not slower because of it. If the suit fits in the body, you’re good to go.
I gotta say look at the de soto as well. I got unusual dimensions that make wesuits tough to fit. Wide shoulders and big chest/ lats narrow hips/waist and big thighs/glutes. I went through a bunch of full suits. Either loose in the gut or I had an andocanda wrapped around my chest, shoulders, and legs. The desoto t1 fit in a 6 top and 5 bottom. I can move and breath. Plus their service can’t be beat. I can get it on alone and in less than 5 min without sweating and swearing. The green goma is super supple. More so than my 39 Yamamoto rubber in my full suit which I am selling. I’ll never wear a full suit again.
Desoto 2 piece! Only way to go. I bought mine at 180 6’6 also.
I’m 6’5" and 190 - I just picked up a Roka Maverick Elite in size LT (Long Tall) - it fits perfectly. If you happen to live in the Bay Area they have them in Sports Basement for a little bit less than list. If you order them direct you still get 30 days to send it back.
Another fan of De Soto. I’m 6’2" and 158. Not quite as tall as you. But being able to mix and match with the two-piece suit got me a fit that I couldn’t get in the other wetsuits I tried on (and I tried on a lot).
6ft 2in 145lbs FON small long fits snug
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6’5". 160. Desoto 2 piece is the only way to go…
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I would give the MT a try, you want the suit to fit like a second skin but flexible enough so you have a smooth stroke. The Archimedes has that bicep release panel that really helps with flexibility so you don’t feel restricted.
I wouldn’t worry about the sleeves and legs being too short. The Brownlees wear our ST but the sizing for that is 5’8"-6’0" 130-150.
6’4" 180 ± a couple. I have an Aquaman Art that I love. Good price at $420 for super suit materials and tech. It’s normal on my arms but short on my legs ( just below calf muscle)…fantastic for getting it over my size 13-14 feet in a hurry in T1.
2 piece DeSoto FTW!! I’m 6’4", 165lbs. Give Emilio a call or email with your measurements and he will tell which size is best.
I worked with Emilio to find me a DeSoto and LOVE IT. DeSoto FTW all day long. (6’3", 175)
Does the Aquaman have a reverse zip? Is it hard to get into solo?
I am 6’6" and 180#. I have a Zoot Synergy L and it is to short arms and legs. I feel like it is really restricting my arms. I have a 7mm steamer that is more comfy. The fit in the middle is great. I do not see my size on any fit chart. Anybody else tall and skinny find a good fit?
Thanks Dan
I thought you said you were skinny (pink)?
I am 6’3" and 155 and had a Blue 70 SMT and am now in a TYR Cat 5 Med-long. They are both tight on the crotch but, I like a tight fitting wet suit being a former swimmer. And I figure I never wear it longer than an hour and usually swim in cold water, so I can’t feel my balls anyway. (Plus, I already have kids). Given your height, you are probably going need a full med if not large in those brands. You could check out Sailfish as I believe they are more euro sized.