Surfer walking down the beach in a Quiksilver wetsuit with a surfboard

The Complete Guide to Quiksilver Wetsuits

For decades, Quiksilver has been producing wetsuits designed for surfers of all abilities, from first-time wave riders to cold-water chargers chasing winter swells. Their latest wetsuit range is built around five key collections, each designed to meet different performance, warmth, and budget requirements. 

In this guide, we'll break down every wetsuit in the Quiksilver range, explain who each suit is designed for, and help you choose the right model for your surfing.

Across much of the range, Quiksilver incorporates its exclusive PrimaLoft® Bio insulation technology, designed to enhance warmth without sacrificing flexibility. The brand also uses varying levels of seam sealing, thermal lining, and stretch neoprene depending on the collection. 

 

Highline: The Performance Wetsuit

Surfer in a slate blue full wetsuit carrying a white Quiksilver surfboard across the sand

The Highline sits at the top of Quiksilver's performance range and is designed for surfers who prioritise flexibility, responsiveness, and unrestricted movement. Quiksilver describes it as its most performance-driven wetsuit, combining lightweight construction with premium stretch materials and PrimaLoft® Bio insulation. 

Quiksilver Highline graphic headed The Lightest, with warmth and flexibility dials, a PrimaLoft Bio logo and a man in a black wetsuit

Three fabric close-ups labelled Champion stretch, PrimaLoft Bio stretch and GBS seams with a benefit caption under each

Key Features

  • Premium “Champion Stretch” foam.

  • PrimaLoft® Bio insulation

  • Super Lightweight 

  • Glued and blind-stitched seams for reduced water entry

Red PrimaLoft Bio explainer panel about insulation, with a silhouetted man in a black wetsuit and two labelled callouts

Best For

  • Ultimate stretch and freedom of movement. 

  • Combining sustainable materials with elite performance. 

  • Durable, long-lasting stretch and comfort.

Available Thicknesses

  • 4/3mm

  • 3/2mm

Our Verdict

If you're regularly surfing quality waves and want maximum performance from your wetsuit, the Highline is the standout choice in the Quiksilver range.

 

Marathon Sessions: Built To Last

Smiling surfer in a black hooded wetsuit and gloves in the whitewater below a rocky cliff

As the name suggests, Marathon Sessions is built for surfers who stay in the water for hours. This is Quiksilver's warmest wetsuit range and is engineered for harsh winter conditions and long sessions. 

The suit features extensive thermal lining, full seam sealing, and an additional external liquid seal to further reduce water entry. 

Quiksilver Marathon Sessions graphic headed The Warmest, with warmth and flexibility dials and a man in a black hooded wetsuit

Three fabric close-ups labelled Repeater stretch, PrimaLoft Bio stretch and GBS seams with a benefit caption under each

Key Features

  • Extra warm PrimaLoft Bio Warmth Lining

  • Full internal taping

  • External liquid seam sealing

  • PrimaLoft Bio Stretch for performance. 

Best For

  • Long sessions and cold water surfs.

  • Performance stretch and flexibility paired with warmth. 

  • Surfers who want a wetsuit they can rely on. 

Red PrimaLoft Bio explainer panel about insulation, with a silhouetted man in a black wetsuit and two labelled callouts

Available Thicknesses

  • 5/4mm Hooded

  • 5/4mm

  • 4/3mm

  • 3/2mm

Our Verdict

For surfers spending winter in places where water temperatures get really low, the Marathon Sessions offers the highest level of warmth while keeping stretch.

 

Everyday Sessions: The Best All-Rounder

Lone surfer carrying a board along the shoreline of an empty beach under a grey sky

The Everyday Sessions range is arguably the most versatile wetsuit collection Quiksilver produces. It balances warmth, flexibility, durability, and value, making it suitable for the vast majority of surfers. 

Quiksilver describes it as the wetsuit you can trust “every season, all season”. 

Quiksilver Everyday Sessions graphic headed The All-Around, with warmth and flexibility dials and a man in a black wetsuit

Three fabric close-ups labelled Champion stretch, PrimaLoft Bio warmth and stretch, and Power seams with a benefit caption under each

Key Features

  • Champion Stretch materials - Elite stretch. 

  • Strategic seam taping for warmth and durability. 

  • Features PrimaLoft Bio Warmth & Stretch throughout. 

  • Available in a huge range of thicknesses, for all seasons. 

Best For

  • Bang for your buck. Amazing quality at a great price. 

  • Combining warmth, flexibility, durability and budget. 

  • Sustainability without a premium price tag.

Red PrimaLoft Bio explainer panel about insulation, with a silhouetted man in a black wetsuit and two labelled callouts

Available Thicknesses

  • 5/4mm Hooded

  • 5/4mm

  • 4/3mm

  • 3/2mm

  • Also available in Youth sizes.  

Our Verdict

If you're unsure which wetsuit to buy, Everyday Sessions is likely the best and safest choice. It offers an amazing blend of warmth, premium linings and performance. One of our staff favourites!  

 

Mercury: Style For Days 

Curly haired surfer in a dark wetsuit carrying a white surfboard up the beach

The Mercury collection sits between entry-level and premium performance suits. It focuses on sustainability while still delivering flexibility, warmth and eye-catching style. 

Its standout feature is Quiksilver's Eco Stretch neoprene, designed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining performance. 

Three fabric close-ups labelled Repeater stretch, PrimaLoft Bio stretch and GBS seams with a benefit caption under each

Key Features

  • Repeater Stretch Material - Unreal flexibility and comfort. 

  • PrimaLoft Bio Stretch lining

  • GBS seam construction for minimal water ingress.

Best For

  • Sustainability with style. 

  • High performing stretch with a lightweight feel.

  • Easy entry, with the bib system. 

Red PrimaLoft Bio explainer panel about insulation, with a silhouetted man in a black wetsuit and two labelled callouts

Available Thicknesses

  • 4/3mm

  • 3/2mm

Our Verdict

The Mercury is a strong option for anyone looking for a wetsuit that gives great value for money with style, sustainability and performance. This is a team rider favourite at Quiksilver and for good reason. 

 

Prologue+: The Entry-Level Favourite

Surfer in a black full wetsuit stretching one arm overhead on the sand beside a surfboard

The Prologue+ is Quiksilver's most accessible wetsuit, aimed at beginners and occasional surfers looking for comfort, durability, and affordability. 

While it doesn't feature all the premium technology found in higher-end models, it delivers reliable warmth and comfort for those starting their surfing journey.

Best For

  • Beginner surfers

  • Surf school use

  • Holiday surfers

  • Budget-conscious buyers

Surfer in a black wetsuit running out of the shallows carrying a white Quiksilver surfboard

Red PrimaLoft Bio explainer panel about insulation, with a silhouetted man in a black wetsuit and two labelled callouts

Available Thicknesses

  • 5/3mm

  • 4/3mm

  • 3/2mm 

Our Verdict

If you're just getting into surfing, the Prologue+ offers excellent value and everything you need to start spending more time in the water.

 

Which Quiksilver Wetsuit Should You Choose?

If You Want...

Recommended Range

Maximum flexibility and performance

Highline

Maximum warmth for long surfs 

Marathon Sessions

The best all-round wetsuit

Everyday Sessions

Style, value and performance

Mercury

Great value for beginners

Prologue+

If you want to learn more about the full Quiksilver ranges, we have our Everything Wetsuits videos breaking down the full range here:

 

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Updated on 15 de junho de 2026

Originally published on 10 de setembro de 2024 in Guides