Wetsuit Info Sheet

Yes! Our wetsuits are high quality comfortable suits which are always clean and dry! Its very important to us that you are warm and comfortable so that you can get the most enjoyment out of your adventure. For Ghyll Scrambling and Canyoning (https://www.pathtoadventure.co.uk/ghyll-scrambling-lake-district)you'll be wearing a 5mm winter thickness suit along with a windproof jacket for cooler days. Alot of our venues are situated in canyons or have deep water which means it is a cooler enviroment. Our wetsuits are perfect for these conditions. We also provide 3mm neoprene socks for inside your shoes to keep your feet toasty and warm. Our winter wetsuits have 'glued and blindstitched seams' which means that you only feel the water through the suit a little at a time allowing your body to gradually heat up the layer of water between your skin and the suit keeping you toasty and warm! During winter months we add in fleeces, hats and gloves however you definately won't need these during the summer! For Paddleboarding (https://www.pathtoadventure.co.uk/paddleboarding-lake-district)we have a couple of options depending on the outside air and also water temperature of the lake. You'll be wearing a wetsuit suitable for the conditions. On cooler days we use the same thick winter suits as for ghyll scrambling and canyoning plus a windproof jacket if needed. On hot summer days we have shorty suits and jackets which are perfect temperature for those hot sunny days on the lake! During cooler water months we also provide 3mm neoprene socks for inside your shoes to keep your feet toasty and warm. Our westuits and socks are washed after every use in a special wetsuit wash. so that our wetsuits are hygienically clean and dry when we hand them to you!

Yes! Your comfort is very important to us. We know how pleasant it is to put on a clean and dry high quality wetsuit. We look after all our kit well so that it looks after you! Our wetsuits are all carefully washed inside out after every use. We use a special wetsuit cleaner to ensure hygiene and cleanliness. They are then air dryed, turned and finished off in our purpose built drying room until they are lovely and dry! Our neoprene socks are all machiene washed and dried.

You will change into your wetsuit at the venue where you meet us. This may be a car park, where you have the option to change in your vehichle or next to it on a large changing tarp provided by us. If you are meeting at our Wasdale base you can change by/in your vehicle or in our changing room. Some of our venues have toilets at the venue and some are close by. When you book, we will send you all the information you need to know including what amenities are at or near your venue. We advise everyone to arrive with a towel and your swimwear already on under your clothes to allow for an easy swift change.

For Ghyll Scrambling or Canyoning: • Bring a pair of sturdy trainers or walking boots to go into the ghyll with. These need to be able to lace up tight so that they stay on in the moving water. Please note: crocs, lightweight water shoes or sandals are not appropriate as either you will lose them and/or they provide insufficient protection from the rocks in the river bed. • We provide clean dry neoprene socks which go inside your shoes in place of your own socks. Please note: We would advise against wearing your very oldest pair of shoes as the glue is often very old too, especially if they've been sat in the cupboard awhile! It is very likely an old pair of shoes will start to fall apart in the water and the sole will come off! You need your shoes to protect your feet from the rocks and without soles they cannot do this! Your trainers will be absolutely fine being in the water - they will just end up being super clean! For Paddleboarding/Canoeing/Kayaking: • A pair of trainers to go onto the lake with. These need to be able to lace up tight so that they stay on even if you are in the water. Please note: crocs, lightweight water shoes or sandals are not appropriate as either you will lose them and/or they provide insufficient protection from both the bottom of the lake and when carrying your craft to the lake. • For Paddleboarding in colder water conditions, we provide neoprene socks to go inside your shoes.

To wear under the wetsuit: We advise on wearing swimwear under your wetsuit. If you havent brought any with you you can also wear underwear. Bring a towel along for modesty. Can I wear a top under my wetsuit? A wetsuit is designed to keep you warm by heating the layer of water between the suit and your skin so if you wear a cotton t-shirt between the two, it can make you cooler. If you wish to wear something under your wetsuit - a lightweight top or a specially designed top for under wetsuits such as a 'rash vest' or 'swimming shirt' will keep you the warmest. Our wetsuits are thoroughly washed with special wetsuit wash and then dryed for your comfort and hygiene. Ghyll Scrambling or Canyoning: please bring a pair of lightweight trousers/joggers or leggings (not shorts) for over the legs of the wetsuit. Your trousers will be absolutely fine as the material is more durable. If you havent got anything suitable or prefer to wear ours, we have plenty of spares.

Yes you can if it is suitable for the conditions. Ghyll Scrambling and Canyoning: You'll need a long legged and long armed wetsuit to protect you from the rocky enviroment. For our scrambles/canyons we use top quality 5mm winter thickness wetsuits that have glued and blindstitched seams to ensure you stay warm. If you have a 5mm suit then please do wear it. In warm summer conditions most people will be comfortable in a well fitting 3mm summer suit. If however you are more subject to the cold, we would advise wearing ours. If you want to bring it along for us to advise you and for you to make the choice on the day then please do. We do ask that the party leader advises us of everyones sizes on our wetsuit form even if a party member wishes to wear their own suit. Even if you do not wish to wear our suits we will still need an idea of your size so we can pack the correct bouyancy aids. Just make a note on the bottom of the form of who will be bringing their own suit. Paddleboarding: We provide quality wetsuits to suit the conitions on the day. If you wish to bring along your own suit please do. We advise that 5mm winter wetsuits be worn in cooler weather and 3mm summer suits are fine for warmer months. Shorties are fine in hot summer weather. Wastwater is the deepest lake in England so it will still feel cool during the summer! During colder water months of the year we also provide neoprene socks for inside your trainers.

Absolutely. You are welcome to bring along a t shirt or similar garment. We would advise material similar to a T-shirt so that it doesn't get too heavy when wet.

There are toilets either nearby or at most of the venues where you change into wetsuits. There are no showers at any of the venues, however the water in the lakes and rivers is fresh clean water (please note: it is unsuitable for drinking though). We will send you all the details you need to know when booking including the nearest toilets and amenities. You can find all the information on our venues here: https://www.pathtoadventure.co.uk/kit-list-and-directions (https://www.pathtoadventure.co.uk/kit-list-and-directions)