Custom Open-Water Swim Skins
ZipaSports manufactures custom open-water swim skins in Sialkot, Pakistan, with a minimum order of 20–25 pieces per design and 15–25 business day production. Ordered by open-water squads, triathlon clubs and event organisers for non-wetsuit swims in warmer water conditions.
The skin is cut from 220-240 GSM compressive nylon-spandex tricot with a smooth outer face that sheds water rather than absorbing it. Seams across the shoulder and torso are glued and taped where the pattern allows, leaving no raised stitch line to abrade on a long swim, and the rear zip runs on a covered tape with a long leash for solo entry. The sleeveless armhole is bound flat so the stroke stays completely unrestricted.
Send your logo, colours and reference designs — or just an idea — and the design studio returns a free digital mockup within 24 hours. OEM and private-label orders ship with your own woven labels, size tags and branded packaging, applied in-house.
- MOQ 20–25 pcs per design
- Free 24h digital mockup
- Production 15–25 business days
- Ships worldwide from Sialkot
- Private-label ready
Open-Water Swim Skins Specifications & Options
| Fabric / materials | 220-240 GSM compressive nylon-spandex tricot with bonded seams |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 220-240 GSM compressive nylon-spandex tricot |
| Seams | Glued and taped where the pattern allows |
| Zip | Full rear zip with covered tape and leash |
| Decoration | Dye sublimation, screen printing, embroidery, DTF or heat transfer — matched to the design |
| Sizes | Adult XS–5XL, women's XS–4XL, youth sizes; fully custom size charts |
| Minimum order | 20–25 pieces per design; lower on request; no limit for sportswear brands |
| Sampling | Free digital mockup in 24 hours; physical sample 5–7 days at cost, credited on bulk order |
| Production time | 15–25 business days after design approval; express 7–12 days |
| Shipping | Worldwide — DHL/FedEx/UPS express 5–10 days; sea freight for bulk |
📏 Need measurements? See the sportswear size chart guide — or send your own size chart and we cut to it.
Open-Water Swim Skins Customisation Options
- Full-length leg or knee-length swim skin
- Sleeveless or short-sleeve build
- Rear zip or front zip entry
- Compression level tuned by fabric weight
- Sublimated club or event artwork
- High-visibility colour panel on the shoulders
- Women's block with shaped bust and hip
- Name and race number panel on the back
- Fully custom patterns & made-to-spec designs — send a tech pack, sketch or sample
Open-Water Swim Skins — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for custom open-water swim skins?
20–25 pieces per design. Lower quantities are possible on request, and there is no MOQ limit for sportswear brands and companies.
What are open-water swim skins made from?
220-240 GSM compressive nylon-spandex tricot with bonded seams. GRS-certified recycled fabric options are available on request.
How long does production take?
Bulk production takes 15–25 business days after design approval, with an express 7–12 day service at additional cost. A free digital mockup is delivered within 24 hours of your enquiry.
When is a swim skin used instead of a wetsuit?
Swim skins are for swims where water is too warm for wetsuits under event rules. They add no buoyancy, only a low-friction surface and light compression.
Does it help with visibility in open water?
We can sublimate a bright shoulder and cap-line panel in a high-visibility colourway, which is what most event organisers request for safety boat spotting.
Will the bonded seams survive repeated use?
Bonded seams are strong but should not be pulled at the tape edge when dressing. Roll the skin on rather than tugging, and rinse in fresh water after every swim.
How much do custom open-water swim skins cost?
Pricing depends on fabric choice, order quantity, decoration and destination, so every order is quoted individually. Send your design and quantity on WhatsApp (+92 300 7019281) for a same-day quote and a free digital mockup within 24 hours.
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