Xcel Mens Wetsuits Size Guide
Men - Imperial Units
| Size | Height (In) | Weight (lbs) | Chest (In) | Waist (In) |
| XS | 5'4" - 5'6" | 125 - 135 | 35 ½ | 29 |
| S | 5'6" - 5'8" | 135 - 150 | 37 | 30 ½ |
| ST | 5'9" - 6' | 145 - 160 | 37 | 30 ½ |
| MS | 5'7" - 5'9" | 145 - 160 | 38 | 31 ½ |
| M | 5'8" - 5'10" | 155 - 170 | 39 | 32 ½ |
| MT | 5'11" - 6'1" | 165 - 180 | 39 | 32 ½ |
| MLS | 5'6" - 5'8" | 155 - 170 | 40 | 33 ½ |
| ML | 5'9" - 5'11" | 165 - 180 | 40 | 33 ½ |
| LS | 5'7" - 5'9" | 165 - 180 | 41 | 34 ½ |
| L | 5"10" - 6' | 175 - 190 | 41 | 34 ½ |
| LT | 6'1" - 6'3" | 185 - 200 | 41 | 34 ½ |
| XLS | 5'8" - 5'10" | 175 - 190 | 43 | 36 ½ |
| XL | 5'11" - 6'2" | 190 - 205 | 43 | 36 ½ |
| XLT | 6'3" - 6'6" | 205 - 220 | 43 | 36 ½ |
| 2XLS | 5'9" - 6' | 195 - 210 | 45 | 38 ½ |
| 2XL | 6' - 6'3" | 205 - 220 | 45 | 38 ½ |
| 3XLS | 5'10" - 6'1" | 220 - 240 | 49 | 42 ½ |
| 3XL | 6'1" - 6'6" | 230 - 260 | 49 | 42 ½ |
| 4XL | 6'1" - 6'6" | 280 - 300 | 53 | 46 ½ |
Men - Metric Units
| Size | Height (CM) | Weight (KG) | Chest (CM) | Waist (CM) |
| XS | 162.56 - 167.64 | 56.7 - 61.2 | 90.2 | 73.7 |
| S | 167.64 - 172.72 | 61.2 - 68 | 94 | 77.5 |
| ST | 175.26 - 182.88 | 65.8 - 72.6 | 94 | 77.5 |
| MS | 170.18 - 175.26 | 65.8 - 72.6 | 96.5 | 80 |
| M | 172.72 - 177.8 | 70.3 - 77.1 | 99.1 | 82.5 |
| MT | 180.34 - 185.42 | 74.8 - 81.6 | 99.1 | 82.5 |
| MLS | 167.64 - 172.72 | 70.3 - 77.1 | 102 | 85.1 |
| ML | 175.26 - 180.34 | 74.8 - 81.6 | 102 | 85.1 |
| LS | 170.18 - 175.26 | 74.8 - 81.6 | 104 | 87.6 |
| L | 177.8 - 182.88 | 79.4 - 86.2 | 104 | 87.6 |
| LT | 185.42 - 190.5 | 83.9 - 90.7 | 104 | 87.6 |
| XLS | 172.72 - 177.8 | 79.4 - 86.2 | 109 | 92.7 |
| XL | 180.34 - 187.96 | 86.2 - 93 | 109 | 92.7 |
| XLT | 190.5 - 198.12 | 93 - 99.8 | 109 | 92.7 |
| 2XLS | 175.26 - 182.88 | 88.5 - 95.3 | 114 | 97.8 |
| 2XL | 182.88 - 190.5 | 93 - 99.8 | 114 | 97.8 |
| 3XLS | 177.8 - 185.42 | 99.8 - 109 | 124 | 108 |
| 3XL | 185.42 - 198.12 | 104 - 118 | 124 | 108 |
| 4XL | 185.42 - 198.12 | 127 - 136 | 135 | 118 |
Tip: Xcel wetsuits run snug—if you're between sizes, size up for a better seal.
Tip: Height and weight are your primary fit; chest adds precision. If in doubt, go one size up
Wetsuit Temperature & Thickness Guide
| Water Temperature (°F) | Recommended Thickness | Accessories |
|---|---|---|
| 72°F+ | 1–2mm springsuit or vest | None |
| 65–70°F | 2mm shorty or full suit | Optional boots |
| 60–65°F | 3/2mm full suit | Boots recommended |
| 55–60°F | 4/3mm full suit | Boots, gloves optional |
| 50–55°F | 5/4mm or 5/4/3mm | Boots, gloves, hood recommended |
| <50°F | 6/5mm or thicker | Boots, gloves, hood required |
