If you are in need of a wetsuit or surf gear, you have found the right place. Hansen’s Surf Shop has a massive collection of surf gear and beach accessories, probably the largest selection in Southern California
Wetsuits are usually divided into 3 different types, Winter, Summer and the Shortie. The leading variations in the wetsuits will be the thickness of fabric used (neoprene) and is measured in millimetres, the stitching and the standard of Neoprene. Winter wetsuits have a combination of 5 and 4mm or 5 and 4 and 3mm Summer suits have 3 and 2mm and the Shortie will be 3 and 2mm 2mm or merely a 2 and 1mm combination. There are two types of sewing used in wetsuit manufacture, Flatlock that is utilised in entry level Summer suits, it’s a strong flat stitch which is comfortable against the body but can let small amounts of water through the seams, not an issue in Summer! Glued and Blindstitched which would be a totally waterproof stitch that’s used in higher-end Summer suits and also in Winter suits. Top-end suits even have different forms of seal and taping over these seams, causing them to be almost bomb proof – Ideal for mid Winter outings! Quality of neoprene is also mirrored in the cost, a top of the range wetsuit will consist entirely of very flexible neoprene whilst an entry level suit could have a basic neoprene with maybe a few stretch panels.
Hansen’s supplies a fantastic choice of top branded wetsuits including Xcel, Ripcurl, Quiksilver, Oneill, Matuse and Billabong.
Xcel wetsuits are developed and tested meticulously, to obtain the perfect quality and robustness. Using innovative materials and designs, they produce an amazing and incomparable range aimed for all varieties of water sports. Xcel’s goal is to minimise the danger to the environment by choosing eco-friendly resources and manufacturing operations. With materials such as Thermo Bamboo and Limestone Neoprene, Xcel wetsuits are high quality and Mother Nature friendly.
Rip Curl began producing wetsuits in 1970. Most of the improvements they have introduced over the years keep on in their wetsuits today. But in addition they understand that nothing humans make is perfect, so they are continuously searching for new materials and better ways of doing it all.
Quiksilver wetsuits are flexible and straightforward to wear. The suits are totally without seams plus the stitching is very sturdy. The material is hypoallergenic and doesn’t contain any ingredients that may hurt the skin.
O’Neill are the leading UK / European supplier of wetsuits offering the latest technology. O’Neill wetsuits have the perfect fit in the business, following 50 years of design and engineering.
Matuse’s strategic panels and Yamamoto Geoprene amalgamate to facilitate flexibility that’s even superior to that of the human body. Yamamoto’s technology means thinner rubber is thus warmer rubber.
Billabong Wetsuits have proven themselves year after year as comfortable, trustworthy and high performance wetsuits.
Along with wetsuits, Hansen’s also offers an incredible choice of boardshorts including brands such as Billabong, Hurley, Phantom 60, Superfreak, Oneill and Freestyle.
contact Info:
Hansen Surfboards
1105 So Coast Highway 101
Encinitas
Ca 92024
California
(760)753-6595
