I have just heard that Rip Curl have released the Flash bomb wetsuit in Australia which is apparently a step up from the eBomb, but no doubt costs more. Just want to know; is it warmer for the equivalent thickness, is it worth it and what are the differences from the eBomb. I am a big fan of the eBomb but always looking for the best wetsuit. (Not even interested in the H-bomb, I think Rip Curl went too far with that one 
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I heard that if you wear a 4/3 e-bomb, then you should choose a 3/2 flash-bomb?
This would be great if it is true! ... although I'm sceptical. Fingers crossed.
had the f-bomb 3/2 last winter - definitely warmer than e-bomb, but not quite as flexi but that only really matters if you are surfing - fine for wavesailing
The latest one apparently dries in minutes as its star attraction - different lining material, and more liberal use of liquid seams than e-bomb
my one has not shown the shoulder wear that kills the e-bomb - you should get at least a couple of years
definitely warm enough for any conditions we sail in NSW
if you want a warm wetly don't buy a rip curl.
if you want a flex wetly the buy and rip curl.
simple
Got a 3/2 & a 5/3, both e-bombs...have hardly used the 5/3 as the 3/2 gets me through the coldest Vic winters! After 4 years of use & abuse, the zipper's getting replaced as we speak. Highly recommend the e-bomb.
Sailhack, To get through a Vic winter in a 3/2, you must be hardcore
My research is backed up with the comments on this topic (Seabreeze users have cred) in that the Flash bomb is warmer than the eBomb but is slightly more restrictive. The next question is how do I manage to get my hands on one of these before winter without forking out $500+?
. In the coldest conditions I have started to feel the cold, which is why I got the 5/3. The 3/2 is warmer than my previous 4/3 cheapy (that lasted 2 years, then turfed) & heaps more flexible also.
Hey Lipsmakin,
How about supporting a local brand that's even designed by a fellow South Australian (Ben Severne)?
Our range of Flying Objects wetsuits are specifically designed for Windsurfing and Kitesurfing. Many people may think that there is no real difference in suits for surfing verses our sports but this is not really true.
We pay a lot of attention to the stretch areas required for windsurfing and this is reflected in the panel layout and seam placement. Our suits also use the same high end stretch materials that are used by all the major brands and are manufactured in the same market leading factory. Many of the features like widestyle forearms, ankle straps, heated chest panels, debossed knees are what make our suit specific to windsurfing.
Check out our website www.flyingobjects.com.au for more info or see the Flux details below. We have current stock of winter suits and another big shipment arriving next week. You can go and see the guys at Onboard and they can order the suit for you.
Cheers,
Marco
Marco, I am not into wind and kite surfing, I just love to surf and I have always found Rip Curl wetsuits to be the best, maybe it's due to my body shape. Last I checked Rip Curl was a local brand. I have tried Westsuits, Quiksilver, Billabong, etc but for me Rip Curl is the best. I don't want to get into a debate as to the different brands, each to their own.
Hi Lipsmakin,
Fully understand, my comments where based on the post being in the Windsurf general forum and that we are a local brand specific to these sports.
Cheers,
Marco
Hi Mark,
The Flux 3/2 is $429.00 RRP (our high end suit, heaps of stretch, features and warmth)
The Diablo 3/2 is $299.00 RRP (a bit less stretch, still very warm but a touch more durable)
Cheers,
Marco
we have some great deals on the rip curl flash-bomb, however we only have limited quantities remaining as we sold most of our stock on our first release day of the flash-bomb yesterday ... we have a few sizes left at $399.95 incl express postage but more will be arriving every week http://dextersurf.com.au/
our prelim comments on the flash-bomb comparing to the e-bomb and f-bomb are:
- warmth - whilst the flash-bomb is marketed as the 'fast-drying' suit, it is also seriously warm with the flash-lining. plus the neck seal collar on the flash-bomb is taller and tighter than the e-bomb. our initial feeling is that the 3/2 flashbomb would be a similar warmth to the 4/3 e-bomb. the 3/2 flash-bomb may also be even slightly warmer than an f-bomb. but this will require some more use over the winter months.
- flexibility - the arm flexibility on the flash-bomb feels acceptable, but in general, the flash-bomb is less flexible than the e-bomb, and similar flexibility to the f-bomb.
- durability - with full external liquid taping plus the internal neoprene taping, the seams on the flash-bomb would be more durable compared to the e-bomb or e-bomb pro.
hope that helps
does it come with web squirter
Be a man and wear a guys beach vest www.ripcurl.com.au/mens/wetsuits/jackets.html
