New to spearing, need advise

[lilhawaiisurfa]

My buddy got me into spearing with him and i gotta say that i love the sport. Now i really want to get into it but i have no idea whats good and what not. im looking for a decent to good wetsuit for a begginner. i have been reading that fit is the most inportant thing and next is the materials. i want a elios, but i odnt plan on spending 300 on a suit just yet. anything in the 100-200 range that will get me started and last awhile? all you thoughts will be appreciated

[peskydor]

Man, you are in luck because I have the answer. I just received my Oceanos wetsuit from Greece. The contact there is a guy named "Spiros". These suits are the old fashioned beavertail style still popular with freedivers. Go to Ebay and bid on either a camo suit or a "slickskin" (rubber out, nylon in). If you get a camo be aware that the inside is rubber which means you will need to dust with cornstarch or soap. You can get a custom cut for same price as stock. Price is $160 plus shipping. If you don't want hooded tunic, just tell him (Email). I suggest 3mm with farmer John. Some Hawaiians freedive with just the farmer bottom. That way, you don't overheat and the knees are protected (surf).