Any experience with Layatone or buying wetsuits directly from Chinese factories?

[Grayfox4]

I'm very new to the sport, and am in the process of buying some intro gear. I'm on a tight budget, so I've been looking into buying some items through sites like aliexpress. I found a cheap 7mm 2-piece with the brand Layatone, and am wondering if anyone else has heard of or used this brand before. I want to know what to expect if I choose to buy it.

 

[458mike]

It will be much more better to try somethung from the sale

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[458mike]

In this sports better to have good reliable equipment.

 

[458mike]

Also 7 mm for very cold water .

 

[Grayfox4]

In case someone searches for layatone on this forum later, I'm very happy with my purchase. For a beginner in cold water, this wetsuit is a solid first wetsuit. Also, the cost is hard to beat, at 160 USD for a 2 piece 7mm with long johns. Tight seals of open cell at the feet and hands, closed cell for the main parts of the suit. Stretches well, so movement is not hindered. Get a pair of gloves and socks, and you'll be warm for hours. The water here is around 19C with thermoclines to maybe 8-10C at a few meters. Still comfortable and warm.

A safe first purchase, as the cost of entry can be steep in this sport.