NRS Farmer Bill wetsuit, children's

NRS Farmer Bill (3 mm) wetsuit, Youth is a 3 mm sleeveless wetsuit for children. NRS calls it the professional standard: the suit keeps kids warm on a cool day in cold water and stands up to long use in youth programmes.

Main benefits of the NRS Farmer Bill Youth wetsuit

✓ 3 mm neoprene – nylon-coated neoprene is warm and comfortable

✓ Extra buoyancy – closed-cell neoprene adds to the life jacket, so the child floats higher in the water

✓ Shoulder closure – Velcro strap with press studs, easy to put on, secure fastening

✓ ToughTex seat and knees – double-stitched, so they withstand abrasion longer

✓ Titanium adhesive – reflects body heat and helps the suit warm better

✓ Ankle zips – the suit is easier to pull on and off

✓ Colour-coded sides – each size has its own color, so the size is immediately visible in the group

Construction and details

Shoulder closure
The suit closes at the shoulders with hook and loop combined with snaps. It is easy to dress a child, and once fastened the suit stays securely in place. This cut has fewer stress points, so it lasts longer.

Buoyancy with a life jacket
Closed-cell neoprene has a little buoyancy of its own. Together with a life jacket, the child stays higher in the water. The suit does not replace the life jacket, it only adds to it.

ToughTex seat and knees
The seat and knees are covered with tough ToughTex material and double-stitched. Children sit and kneel a lot, so these areas are reinforced.

Shoulder extensions for growing children
NRS offers Shoulder Extensions, sold separately. They lengthen the suit as the child grows.

Materials and specifications

Neoprene and titanium glue
The neoprene is bonded to the fabric with an adhesive containing tiny titanium particles. They reflect body heat back, similar to thermal film, making the suit warmer. The seams are Mauser stitched and taped, so they can withstand heavy use.

Specifications
Material: 3 mm neoprene with nylon coating
Seams: Mauser stitched and taped
Titanium adhesive: yes
Fastening: on the shoulders, press studs with hook-and-loop strap
Toilet zipper: none
Wrist zips: no
Ankle zippers: yes
Reinforcements: ToughTex seat and knees, double stitching
Sizes: youth

How to choose the size of the NRS Farmer Bill Youth wetsuit

Youth sizes are chosen by height and weight. Weigh and measure your child, then compare with the manufacturer's chart. The chart also shows the side colour that identifies each size. This listing has sizes from Y-XS to Y-XL.

Who is the NRS Farmer Bill Youth wetsuit for?

✓ Children who paddle or go rafting in cool water

✓ Paddling outfitters and clubs that run youth programmes

✓ Families who head out on the water on cooler days too

✓ Together with a children's life jacket

Children get cold in the water faster than adults, so a warm suit lets them enjoy the trip for longer. A child in the water always needs a life jacket as well.

The NRS Farmer Bill Youth wetsuit is a tough, simple choice for young paddlers. VAKA Sport is the official NRS dealer in the Baltic states, and this wetsuit comes with a 24-month warranty.