Billabong: A Trusted Name in Wetsuits
Surfers and water sports enthusiasts the world over know the best names for clothing and gear; one of those names is Billabong. With updated product lines in the wetsuit category, Australian-based Billabong is ready to take on the surf in both hemispheres.
SGX Series
The SGX series is Billabong's top of the line, but quite a few reviews seem to suggest it’s more of a performance suit than one to keep warm. It is designed to be lightweight, extremely flexible, and give the user a "naked" feeling in the water. The AGX is ideal for surfers who will be travelling to warmer waters this winter in search of the perfect wave.
SG5 Series
Next in Line is the SG5 series with five steamers and two short sleeve offerings. The SG5 tends to be noticeably warmer than the SGX while still remaining fairly flexible. Glued and blind stitched seams provide a water-tight seal and keep the suit from being flushed, and tight but non-restricting ankles, cuffs, and collar keep your appendages dry.
B9 Eco Series
This fairly new series consists of just a single long sleeve steamer, but we can expect it to expand as word gets out about Billabong's approach to these "green" wetsuits. As a world leader in neoprene wetsuit manufacturing, Billabong has embarked on an ambitious program to drastically reduce the use of harmful chemicals in the production of neoprene. The B9 Eco line features 90% recycled polyester in both the inside and outside jerseys along with environmentally friendly inks. As for performance, the B9 is lightweight, fairly flexible, and rated for waters between 57-62°F (14-17 °C).
Revolution Series
Billabong's Revolution series is the mainstay of its mid-priced wetsuits, offering excellent quality and wear at an affordable price. Flushing is prevented in the Revolution through a system of sealed and liquid taped seams. A poly-fleece lining helps keep the skin dry while moisture resistant cuffs and collar help keep excess water out.
Foil Series
The Foil series is Billabong's entry level line with seven steamers and two shorties. The Foil series also offers three vests in long sleeve, short sleeve, and no sleeve models. The Foil is made with Airlite Superflex neoprene and features a silk touch internal jersey, Lycra collar, and heavy-duty steel zipper.
Whether you're heading south to the winter waters of Australia and New Zealand, or north to the summer waves of Florida and Southern California, Billabong clothing has a wetsuit that's just right for.