If you’re gearing up for winter surf sessions, a 4/3mm wetsuit is the go-to for warmth and comfort in cold New Zealand waters. At Blitz Surf Shop, we stock a full range of quality Rip Curl wetsuits and O’Neill wetsuits—from budget-friendly basics to top-end performance suits—so you can find the perfect one to match your budget and surf style.
All 4/3mm Wetsuits from Top Brands Are Good Quality
Whether you go for Rip Curl or O’Neill, you’re getting reliable warmth, flexibility, and durability to get you through the winter. The big difference in price comes down to features—like linings, seam construction, and the quality of neoprene—which determine performance and comfort. All the good brands have a range of wetsuit price points form low-cost to top end. So it all depends on which features you value on what you determine to be a good wetsuit
Entry-Level: Gets the Job Done – Adults From RRP $330 to $370
If you’re after a lower-cost wetsuit that’ll keep you warm without extra bells and whistles, look at:
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Quiksilver Prologue 4/3 – Sealed seams, reasonable stretch where it counts, and thermal smoothie panels.
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O’Neill Reactor II 4/3 – Reliable warmth and flexibility, ideal for casual winter surfing.
Both are perfect if you just need a suit that will “do the trick” keeping you warm with adequate stretch and last a few seasons without a big price tag.
Mid-Range: Great Features Without Overspending – Adult RRP From $480 to $500
Want better warmth and flexibility while keeping costs reasonable?
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Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 4/3 – E5 neoprene, flash lining in the back and chest panel, thermal lining to ankles, glued and blind-stitched seams with some internal taped seams.
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O’Neill Defender 4/3 – Full stretch Ultraflex DS neoprene, firewall lining for extra warmth, thermal lining to ankles, and internal taping for durability.
These give you a big jump in comfort and performance for not much more money.
High Performance: Maximum Stretch – Adult RRP $580
If flexibility and a lightweight feel, i.e highest performance, are your top priorities:
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O’Neill Hyperfreak 4/3+ – TechnoButter neoprene, minimal seams, super soft and stretchy, hydrophobic properties.
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Rip Curl E-Bomb 4/3 – E6 neoprene, zip-free entry, and incredible freedom of movement, thermoflex thermal lining throughout.
These are the suits you’ll hardly notice you’re wearing—perfect for high-performance surfing.
Top-End: The Best of the Best – Adult RRP From $680 to $880
If you want premium warmth, fastest drying times, and every feature possible:
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Rip Curl Flashbomb 4/3 – Full flash lining, sealed cuffs, and ultra-quick drying.
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Rip Curl Flashbomb Fusion – Advanced fusion seam technology, ultimate warmth.
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O’Neill Hyperfreak Fire 4/3 – TB4 neoprene, Firewall thermal quick-dry lining, unmatched heat retention, GBS and taped seams, with the high stretch charcteristics of the Hyperfreak.
- O'Neill Fire X - All the best of the Hyperfire with extra fluid seam welds, more themal lining and triple layered honeycomb neoprene front and back for extra heat retention
These are investment suits built to keep you in the water longer in the coldest conditions and still offer amazing performance.
So… How Much Should You Pay?
It depends on how often you surf, how much warmth you want, and how much stretch you like. At Blitz Surf Shop, we’ve got 4/3mm wetsuits to suit every budget, and all are from the best brands in the game. If you are going to surf regularly in the cold NZ winter then you should get the best features available to suit both your needs and your budget.
Come see us at Blitz Surf Shop or get in touch online if you need guidance as to which wetsuit will suit your budget and needs the best
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