{"id":759,"date":"2020-09-11T07:28:12","date_gmt":"2020-09-11T07:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/?p=759"},"modified":"2023-07-27T04:00:10","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T04:00:10","slug":"how-to-dry-wetsuit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/how-to-dry-wetsuit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Dry a Wetsuit + Best Drying Hangers & Racks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We all love our wetsuits. After all, they protect us from the cold, the sun\u2019s UV rays and the occasional bruise from a rock. When you\u2019re done using your wetsuit and ready to pack up or need a second surf, drying your wetsuit is a necessity. The drying process is quite easy and takes less time than your sweater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, we deal with the best way to dry your wetsuit without damaging it. You have to keep in mind that it\u2019s made of neoprene material which is very much different from common cloth materials such as cotton. As a word of caution, keep it away from heat be it from direct sunlight or a cloths dryer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Dry A Wetsuit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After your dive, swim or surf, you can dry your suit as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.  Rinse the suit then hang it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You should always rinse your wetsuit after using it. If you feel it\u2019s a bit dirty, you can give it a thorough wash. After that, turn it inside out then hang it on a thick hanger. The thick hanger is chosen to avoid pulling out the shoulders which may be permanent. If you don\u2019t have a thick one, use several of them held together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hang it outdoors under a shade to avoid direct sunlight. While it protects you from the sun\u2019s UV rays, long term exposure to the rays eventually damages it. One other place to hang your suit is the bathroom. As long as it\u2019s well ventilated, it\u2019s a good place where you don\u2019t risk it being stolen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Let it dry for 20 minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let the wetsuit dry for about 20 minutes. By this time, you\u2019ll notice water collecting in the edges of the arms and legs. The upper parts should be drying up by this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Squeeze out the water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a faster drying process, squeeze out the water that would have pooled in the arms and legs. For the arms, start at the shoulder level then squeeze all the way to the wrists. As for the legs, you can start around the thigh region then move downwards to the toe area. You should repeat this every 20 to 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Let it dry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When there\u2019s no more water to squeeze out, you should leave the suit to dry on its own. If it\u2019s made of neoprene, it\u2019ll take about an hour or two. It depends on the thickness and if it\u2019s a full body suit or some other type. Generally, smaller suits dry faster than larger ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every now and again, turn the wetsuit inside out to keep both sides drying at the same time. You could do this after each time the suit dries up on one side. This is especially necessary if the suit is a thick one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In these quick steps, your wetsuit will be dry enough to put on and head out to the waves or pack for home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideas for Fast Drying<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a quick and fast drying, use the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n