Baller MrJones Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 I am considering the Camaro Black Tech 1mm long sleeve shorty. Being a good 6'1" and 175# I generally fall in between a L and XL in regard to wetsuit size. The problem is that a XL is long enough, but not tight against my skin. A large fits "tight", but is often a bit "short in the stride" as they say. My old O'neil large 3/4 suit has me singing soprano whenever I am forced to use it. Do any of you tall thin types out there have any input? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skidawg Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 @MrJones, I would suggest way more craft beer and lots of pizza, then the XL will fit perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller davemac Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 Can't really relate physique wise. I'm a stocky 5-9", 185... I currently have an XL Blacktec, but looking to go to the Large. Unfortunately, I'd say you are a "tweener". Personally I'd opt for the Large, to get the better warmth and less water penetrating. You might ask Robby her advice...and if possibly there are any "long" sizes available by custom order....if it exists, a large/long would probably be perfect. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RAWSki Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 I just got a large one based on BOS input. I'm 5'11" 190 and it fits nice...very snug, first few times out I have had to get help zipping it up. it is nice and warm took on very little water when I was in this morning.... but today my rear leg started taking on water on my starts.... anyone have this problem? do you put a 'cinch' strap on the rear leg perhaps?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 @MrJones -- I am 6 feet and 190. I ordered XL first and it was way too big. Go with the Large. Because it is thin and stretchy, it really doesn't bind up anywhere. Feels like a second skin -- extremely comfortable. My only issue with them has been that they seem to wear under the arms. This summer I used mine a lot (long sleeved shorty) and I always wore a rash-guard shirt over it (because I had the wear issue with an earlier Camaro). It helped, but I am now getting some cold water in the under arms of the suit. This is probably just a "me issue" as I have a larger chest and arms than your average water skier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller PatM Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 What size would you suggest for someone 5-11 175? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Baller Texas6 Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 Robby at Ski Ranch has a Camaro sizing chart she can send you - I just ordered a 2mm Blacktec today from Robby - I am 5'11" tall and 175, exactly the size you are and the size chart recommends a Large Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camarokid Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 MrJones, I would still go with a large. It may be a bit tight in the shoulders. I would suggest hiking the suit up a bit around the hips so it can stretch more up to the shoulders. Of course this leaves your ankles exposed... the plight of the tall skier. Unfortunately we no longer make long and short sizes. If warmth is not a dealbreaker upgrade to a 0.5mm Modetec. They are more expensive but super elastic and easier to wear a size down. Pat M a large would be perfect for you. email sales-usa@camaro.at for a size chart. happy skiing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller baja Posted September 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 I'm 6'3 and 170 lbs. the large will be the best fit. I have size Large for both the BlackTec 2mm full suit and the 1MM Long sleeve shorty. So stretchy that you won't even know they are on. Tight fit gives the max water protection. Skied the full suit all last winter down to 50 degree water in absolute comfort. Gave my O'neill baggy away and never going back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MrJones Posted September 3, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted September 3, 2014 Good info! Looks like I will go with the large. Thanks for the tip on the rashgard Razor. I don't have the thick chest or shoulders though. Will likely wear it under to keep my abs from wearing through from the inside... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MrJones Posted September 4, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted September 4, 2014 On a serious note... Does the same size down rule apply for women and kids? Body shapes are different. If any ladies read this, or if your wife has one, please advise. (Don't give too much height and weight info if your wife reads this BTW) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted September 4, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 4, 2014 I think so just because the suits are so stretchy. After you get yours you will have a better idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller tjm Posted September 4, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 4, 2014 I am 5'11 160lbs. Large fits great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller colo_skier Posted September 4, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 4, 2014 @RAWski Have always used the straps to keep the water out. These things have to stretch over your feet so for me they are "loose" around the leg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryTee Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 now I have a dumb question...are the Camaro suits unisex...I notice they don't have a ladies version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller davemac Posted September 5, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 5, 2014 Not a dumb question. The Camaros are so stretchy, my guess is that it wouldn't matter. Robby's Ski shop is a sponsor on this site. She (Robby) would be the best one to ask. They sell both Eagle and Camaro products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller colo_skier Posted September 5, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 5, 2014 I know they have both female and male Camaro products but do not see such a distinction for the wet suits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Marco Posted September 5, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 5, 2014 The Blacktechs are unisex. My wife, daughter and myself have the same type, just different sizes. The key is, snug is better. If you have long legs and not a lot of girth, go with the smaller size, even if it means it is a little short on your arms and legs. The key is for it to fit like a 2nd skin. When i take mine off after a set, a good portion of the inside is still dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skigirl Posted September 5, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 5, 2014 @MaryTee I think most of the wetsuits are Unisex, I have a 1mm Mono/Shorty and LOVE it! They are very stretchy, so it works for women too. Robby at Robby's Ski Shop is great with questions! @MrJones , I think same rules apply for women too. I am 5'11'' and went with a large for the shorty because I was worried about length. However, this year I ordered the 1mm top, and went with Medium, at advice of Robby because I didn't have to worry about length. She was right. Medium may have worked for the shorty, but large has certainly been fine and warmer and nicer than my old wetsuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller baja Posted September 5, 2014 Baller Share Posted September 5, 2014 @Marco has it correct. should fit like a 2nd skin and it will still be the most comfortable and stretchy wetsuit you have ever worn. I got one for my wife at Christmas last year and she loved it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Slalom.Steve Posted September 29, 2021 Baller_ Share Posted September 29, 2021 Resurrecting this thread. For reference here are other "camaro sizing" threads: one, two, three. I'm 5'10", 160lbs, 38" chest, I wear 32" jeans but actually measure 34" at belly button. I have a Camaro Blacktec 1.5 full wetsuit, size Medium; and a Blacktec 1.0 heater top, also size Medium. I fall into the Medium sizing for everything but waist. The top fits fine, tight but not uncomfortable. But in the full suit, my bits-and-pieces get uncomfortably squished, and the neck uncomfortably pushes against my throat. This doesn't seem to be other people's experience though, so I dunno. But I wish I had sized up on the full suit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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