ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL DRYSUITSdirect SUITS

There are three main suit manufacturers that we use so when choosing the appropriate suit for your needs please make sure you get the right measurement form for the suit.

Instructions for getting the right size suit

As all Drysuitsdirect suits are made-to-measure it is vital that you supply us with the correct body measurements in centimetres.
You will will need: a cloth tape measure, a "builders' type" measure and an A4 size book.
Wear normal indoor clothes and remove shoes. We will make allowances for your diving undersuits.
Do not attempt to do the measurements on your own as this will give inaccurate results. When measuiring pull the tape just taut enough so it is held in place.

Print out this page and follow the pictures to get accurate measurements.

Height

Stand up straight against a wall while your assistant uses the book on top of your head to make a small mark on the wall. Measure the distance with the builders' tape. Remember to take your shoe off.

Chest

The tape should be at nipple height; stand relaxed and do not take a deep breath. Always ensure that the tape is being read from the right end!

Waist

When measuring the waist do not breath in excessively. Record at the largest section of the belly usually at navel height - do not cheat!

Seat

This is the largest measurement you can get around the hips/bum.

Body cord

The body cord (a big loop going over the shoulder and between the legs) is measured using the builders' tape (most cloth tapes are too short). It is important that the curve across the tape is facing towards the body so the tape does not kink. Put the tape over the middle of your left shoulder (the position a strap of a bag would sit if your were carring it) and under the crutch as tight as is comfortable, snug is the best description. Ensure that you stand with a straight back and that trousers are hitched up as high as possible.

Wrist to wrist

Stand up straight with your arms out straight to the side (crucifix position), fingers pointing backwards. The assistant measures from one wrist to the other, going straight across the back.

Inside leg

Face a wall and put the book between your legs as far up as it will go (hitch your trousers up). Step away leaving the book in position. Your assistant should measure the distance from the top of the book to the ground. Remember to remove shoes.

Shoe size

The Euro shoe size is usually marked on the inside of your footwear.

Wrist

Measure around at the wrist bone.

Neck

Measure around half-way up the neck at the Adam's apple (if you have one!).

Biceps

Measure around the upper arm at the biceps muscle with the arm fully bent.

Thigh

Measure around the top of the leg at approximately 10cm down from crutch height.

Calf

Measure around the lower leg where the calf muscle is largest.

Elbow to Elbow

Stand up straight with your arms out straight to the side (crucifix position), with the arms bent forward at the elbow. The assistant measures from one elbow to the other, going straight across the back. Only requied for Ultra suits with back zips.

Head

Measure around the head just above the ears and eyebrows. Needed only a hood is fitted or ordered.

We cannot be held responsible for suits made to incorrectly taken measurements.

IF IN DOUBT CALL US (Pete) on 027 2782250

Allow up 4-6 weeks for delivery.

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