Henderson thermiprene vs Pinnacle

[rsquar]

Any reasons for choosing one over another?

[abcitydiver]

the best reason for any wesuit will be to begin with the best fit..for you :-)

[Xspect]

well, I own a 3mm Henderson thermoprene (ST had it on sell for ~$97). I just brought the Pinnacle 7mm elastipene for ~$124 (ST forum member discount).

For me it was the best bargain I can find since both are good suits and fit me very well (6'1 250lbs). I saved $90 on the Henderson and $200 on the pinnacle from buying from my local dive shop.

Paying $220 (tax and shipping included) for a 3mm and a 7mm stretchy wetsuits vs $570 (tax included) from my LDS.

But if you still have reservation you can buy both. ST has them so darn cheap now.

[blewgrass]

does anyone know the difference between the elastiprene and the Cruiser? Is the elastiprene a higher end suit?

Thanks

[Rainer]

Originally Posted by blewgrass

does anyone know the difference between the elastiprene and the Cruiser? Is the elastiprene a higher end suit?

Thanks

Elastiprene suit uses a stretchier material. They're both good suits.

[longtailbda]

I love henderson, located just down the rd. great for fit.

[ParrotheadDiver]

For me...I didn't like the high neck on the Pinnacle....

[Xspect]

UPDATtE

I just tried the Pinnacle elastiprene 7 mm I dont have a problem with the neck if fact I like the fact nothing it is going to keep out water. I also find is more true to size for me than the henderson thermoprene.

Keep in mind the pinnacle is a 7mm and the henderson is a 3mm.

Would I buy henderson again ? of course if the price is right.
Would I buy Pinnacle again ? of course if the price is right

If cost wasnt an issue for me (it always is I'm just cheap that way). I wished I would have discover pinnacle first.

[Rainer]

Out of the water, I find the neck a bit uncomfortable. It's fine in the water, and it does reduce water flushing (a plus). On the surface, just peel the suit to your waist.

[rawalker]

Since they are both great suits I think fit would be first concern and price would be another