The Glide is Zone3's entry-level open water wetsuit, for swimmers moving out of the pool and into lakes, the sea or a first triathlon. Medium core buoyancy lifts the hips into a flatter body position, so front crawl costs you less effort from the first session. A high-stretch nylon gusset lets the legs open sideways, which means breaststroke works properly in it as well. The Speedflo coating keeps drag down, 2mm Flex-Fit shoulders keep the stroke free, and a lined interior makes the suit straightforward to get on.
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Glide Wetsuit
Key Features
Snug everywhere, restrictive nowhere. You should feel the suit holding your body without pinching at the shoulders or compressing your chest to the point where breathing feels laboured. If you can't take a full breath on land, size up. If there's loose material across the shoulders or chest, size down. Air pockets at the lower back usually mean you need a longer suit, such as an MT (Medium Tall), not a smaller size.
Size down if you're racing — a tighter fit gives you more from the suit's buoyancy and reduces water flushing. Size up if you're prioritising comfort for longer open water swims or training sessions where you'll be in the suit for extended periods.
Take your time the first time. Undo the zip fully and fold the top half of the wetsuit down, zip on the back. Start at the ankles and slowly work the neoprene up your legs in sections —don't try to pull from the top. Smooth out any air pockets as you go, particularly around the lower legs and crotch, before pulling the suit up over your torso. Reaching your hands towards the sky and helps to slide the arm sleeves into place. Use the pads of your fingers throughout, never your fingernails. The Silk-X lining will make this easier than most suits, but neoprene always requires patience on the first few wears. It will get easier as the suit breaks in.
Take your time the first time. Undo the zip fully and fold the top half of the wetsuit down, zip on the back. Start at the ankles and slowly work the neoprene up your legs in sections —don't try to pull from the top. Smooth out any air pockets as you go, particularly around the lower legs and crotch, before pulling the suit up over your torso. Reaching your hands towards the sky and helps to slide the arm sleeves into place. Use the pads of your fingers throughout, never your fingernails. The Silk-X lining will make this easier than most suits, but neoprene always requires patience on the first few wears. It will get easier as the suit breaks in.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 17 reviews.
Review topics: [fit, quality, wetsuit, service, suit].
"Good fit, works really well, tried it out in the lake and loved it. Great quality! I first ordered the wrong size as im an ofd shape, and contacted online support for some help, and they were amazing and got me sorted so fast. Found the website easy to use for what i wanted to find"
"Contento de todo el proceso de compra y envio. Neopreno calidad precio fantástico."
"En principio no puedo valorar el producto porque lo compré pequeño por error. He enviado el de talla S y Espe el de XXL."
"Fits well, buoyant and warm. Got me through my first open water swims and triathlon. Thanks zone 3"
"Fantastic Purchase! Great Quality and the fit was spot on!"
"I have only swum in my new wetsuit once, but I am very happy with it so far. The size guidance on the website was very helpful, and the suit I ordered fits well. It has a lovely 'buttery' feel about it, andit is easy to get on and off. I ordered it to use in my first triathlon and I think it will do the job well!"
"Very disappointed the fabric at the bottom around my ankle the green colour has come straight away. . worn once"
"Fantastic products with outstanding customer service. Openwater swimming in the sea was effortlessly. Most enjoyable for our first foray into coastal swimming."
"Wetsuit made with great materials and well designed"
"Fits well"
