As such, the best wetsuits are still very much in demand throughout the year. Here we tested three Spring/Summer models from Quicksilver, Finisterre and NeedEssentials to see which is best.

So, to the wetsuits themselves… The model we tested was the Heat 4/3, which is ideal for use in UK waters from late spring, through chillier summer sessions, to autumn and early winter.

We tested our 3/2 model in waters a little too chilly for a summer wetsuit. Nevertheless, on hot, sunny, windless days, it was enough to keep the cold of the water away for hours and will ...