C-skins NuWave legend 5/4 GBS Back zip wetsuit Black Neon Flare
C-Skins' most sustainable entry-level winter wetsuit — the NuWave Legend 5/4 Back Zip pairs eco-focused Nuwave Natural Rubber with genuine performance features, in a striking Black/Neon Flare colourway.
The NuWave Legend Back Zip Steamer delivers head-to-toe ultra-stretch Xtend Natural Rubber for exceptional flexibility, built with innovative, eco-focused materials throughout. The Dark Matter 2 liquid skin chest panel cuts wind chill and boosts board contact, while the back zip entry keeps things simple to get in and out of.
- Dark Matter 2 Liquid Skin chest — reduces wind chill and improves durability and contact with your board.
- Glued and blindstitched seams with Xtend Isolation taping at the crotch and knees — a watertight construction for superior warmth and comfort.
- 3D pre-bent Dura Flex knee pads — anatomically shaped for a natural bend and added durability where you need it most.
| Brand | C-Skins |
| Model | NuWave Legend 5/4 Back Zip Steamer |
| Colour | Black/Neon Flare |
| Thickness | 5mm / 4mm |
| Entry | Back zip |
| Main body | Nuwave Natural Rubber — 85% Hevea Natural Rubber, 15% chlorine-free synthetic rubber by polymer content |
| Lower body | Recycled Xtend Natural Rubber — external 83% recycled nylon/17% spandex, internal 100% recycled polyester |
| Knee pads | 3D pre-bent Dura Flex — external 92% recycled polyester/8% spandex, internal 100% recycled nylon |
| Seams | Glued and blindstitched, with Xtend Isolation taping at crotch and knees |
| Collar | Super Seal Glideskin |
| Sizes stocked at Board-Worx | Medium, Medium Tall, Large, Large Tall, X-Large (Back Zip only) |
FAQs
What does "True Thickness" mean?
It means the neoprene is genuinely the thickness stated (5mm body / 4mm arms and legs), rather than an inflated marketing figure.
Is this a warm-water or cold-water suit?
5/4mm is a winter thickness, suited to UK cold-water sessions from autumn through to spring.
Why a back zip over a chest zip?
A back zip is generally easier to get in and out of unassisted, though a chest zip typically offers a snugger fit and less water flushing at the neck. Both are valid choices — it comes down to personal preference.
How should this wetsuit fit?
Wetsuits should fit snugly with no loose material, to minimise water flushing and keep you warm. Check C-Skins' size chart if you're between sizes.
What is Dark Matter 2?
C-Skins' liquid skin panel technology, applied to the chest here, which reduces wind chill and improves durability and board contact.
Browse our full range of Mens Winter Wetsuits, or see all C-Skins wetsuits at Board-Worx.
See the official spec on the C-Skins NuWave Legend 5:4 Mens Steamer page.
Free UK mainland shipping on orders over £50 from Whitstable.
| Size | Height | Chest | Waist |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 5'3"-5'5" | 32" | 26" |
| S | 5'4"-5'6" | 34" | 28" |
| ST | 5'8"-5'10" | 34" | 28" |
| MS | 5'5"-5'8" | 36" | 30" |
| M | 5'8"-5'10" | 38" | 32" |
| MT | 5'10"-6'0" | 38" | 32" |
| ML | 5'10"-6'0" | 40" | 34" |
| LS | 5'8"-5'10" | 42" | 36" |
| L | 6'0"-6'2" | 42" | 36" |
| LT | 6'2"-6'4" | 42" | 36" |
| XL | 6'2"-6'4" | 44" | 38" |
| 2XL | 6'2"-6'4" | 46" | 40" |
| 3XL | 6'3"-6'4" | 48" | 42" |
