For 2000, ProMotion went to a new material in the neck for more comfort. The company's Freeswim Fullsuit has also changed a bit, using a lining on the inside of the shoulder and arm sleeves that are more flexible, making for a free-moving, comfortable arm stroke. The fullsuits have zippers behind the calves for ease of exit in transition, while the sleeveless version cut the legs short much like Aquaman does, again for quick suit removal. The small company out of Hood River, Or., sells directly to the public, giving you savings on that middleman markup and making them the least expensive fullsuit of the brands tested. For those where cost is a major issue, these guys have the edge by a long shot.
ProMotion backs their product with a lifetime warranty on seams and workmanship.
QR has evolved yet again for 2000, with several new wetsuit changes for the new year. You'd think all QR wants is people in their suits, but their changes are all about getting people out of them - fast. They've instituted two new changes to make T1 a breeze. The first change, a first for American wetsuit manufacturers, is a breakaway zipper. No more fumbling and reaching over your shoulder and down your back for the leash.