Lauren

Lauren has been turning words into blog posts for Wetsuit Wearhouse since 2014. She learned to surf for the first time ever in Costa Rica but she gravitates more towards SUP. You can almost always find her doing something outdoors or in her hammock swing reading a good book.

Posts by Lauren

Lauren January 23rd, 2026

How to Find a SCUBA Dive Buddy: 5 Reliable Methods

One of the golden rules of SCUBA diving is simple but critical: never dive alone. A reliable dive buddy isn’t just there for...

Lauren January 21st, 2026

Neoprene Fatigue: How to Tell When Your Wetsuit Has Actually Lost Its Warmth

At some point, every surfer, diver, or cold-water adventurer has asked the same question...

Lauren January 2nd, 2026

River Surfing 101: How Freshwater Changes Your Buoyancy and Wetsuit Needs

River surfing has officially moved from niche curiosity to full-blown surf discipline. From...

Lauren December 29th, 2025

The Complete Guide to Snorkeling: Gear, Safety, and Technique

Snorkeling is one of the easiest ways to explore the underwater world. There are no tanks and no certifications needed, just you and the ocean....

Lauren December 23rd, 2025

Zip-Free vs. Chest-Zip Wetsuits: Is the Flexibility Worth the Struggle?

Wetsuits have come a long way. If you ever wrestled your way into a stiff back-zip suit in...

Lauren December 3rd, 2025

How To Master The Pop-Up On A Shortboard

If you’ve ever watched a great surfer drop into a wave, you know the pop-up is everything. One smooth motion and boom! They’re on their feet, locked into the pocket, and flying down the...