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Looking for warm, reliable winter wetsuit boots for surfing in cold UK waters? The Alder Future 6mm Wetsuit Boots are designed to keep your feet warm, comfortable, and protected through the harshest winter surf sessions. Perfect for surfers, bodyboarders, paddleboarders, and cold water watersports enthusiasts, these premium 6mm surf boots deliver excellent warmth, durability, and board feel at an outstanding price point.
Built using high-quality 6mm double-lined neoprene with Alder’s soft FDL thermal lining, the Future wetsuit boots are ideal for surfing through autumn and winter conditions around the UK and Ireland. Whether you're surfing icy beach breaks, reef setups, or cold northern waters, these cold water surf boots help maintain warmth and comfort session after session.
The classic round toe wetsuit boot design provides a natural fit with improved comfort and flexibility, while still delivering excellent board sensitivity for confident surfing performance. Glued and blindstitched sealed seams with critical taping help minimise water entry, improving insulation and extending the life of the boots.
A secure Velcro ankle strap keeps the boots locked in place to reduce flushing and movement in heavy surf, while the flexible rubber sole delivers the ideal balance of grip, durability, and responsive board feel. Whether you're duck diving, paddling out through winter swell, or standing up on freezing dawn patrol sessions, these Alder wetsuit boots are built to perform.
If you're searching for warm surf boots, winter wetsuit boots UK, 6mm neoprene boots, surfing boots for cold water, or affordable high-performance wetsuit boots for surfing, the Alder Future 6mm Boots are an excellent choice.
Want to know more about Alder? Check out Bob's Blog for a full rundown on this iconic UK surf brand.
Perfect for surfers needing dependable winter surf footwear, the Alder Future 6mm Wetsuit Boots provide the warmth, flexibility, and comfort needed for cold water surfing without the premium price tag.
UK 2-3 Working Day from dispatch
International - Calculated at checkout based on location
Standard UK
Most items on our store incur a postage fee and will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Our shipping costs vary according to the item chosen and will be displayed at checkout after you have entered you shipping address.
You will be able to view any postage charges in your order summary before committing to buy. Our regular UK delivery is either via Evri Courier or Royal Mail. Although some items may arrive via APC Courier, or DPD depending on size etc.
Delivery estimates for these services are approx 2-3 working days from dispatch (handling time approx 1 working day), and the price of this postage will be visible at checkout.
Surfboards Domestic UK
Standard UK (England, Wales, Scottish Lowlands)
Surfboards are not covered in standard shipping, simply due to their size and weight. We have a variable shipping cost for Surfboards and this is added at checkout once a customer address has been added.
As a guide, prices start from £17.50 for most foam surfboards. Maximum current price is approx £25 UK Mainland.
Surfboards are shipped via DX Freight or Parcelforce and delivery estimate for this service is 2 working days from dispatch.
We use a selection of UK couriers for domestic delivery. The vast majority of our items are dispatched via the Evri courier service. A tracking ID will be automatically sent to your email after dispatch. Check your inbox for our dispatch confirmation email. Follow progress of your parcel using the tracking link supplied in this email.
Dispatch Time - We aim to dispatch all orders within approx 2 working days from the date of order. Delivery estimate is added to this 'dispatch time' to give you estimated date of delivery.
'Made to order' items such as T-Shirts and Hoodies, have a lead time of approx 6 working days plus delivery times. If you're unsure, just drop us a message and we'll be happy to offer you further info.
Further Info
A signature may not always be required for delivery and if there is no one available to take delivery our carriers may attempt to leave it with a neighbour or in a safe, secure location.
A card may be left to advise this to you, or to confirm that the parcel has been returned to the local depot. You can then contact them to arrange collection or to schedule a new delivery date.
Ordered item must be inspected for any potential damage at the time of arrival and reported within 48 hours. To report any damage on arrival, please tap the live chat button and leave your message along with your order number and email address. If you have some photos of the damage, please attach these to your message. We'll get back to you asap with a solution.
Need some help or advice? Easiest way to get in touch is tap the blue 'Chat' button at the bottom of your screen. If we're not available, leave your query along with your name and and we'll get back to you asap.
Or if you live nearby, why not drop by our 'bricks and mortar' store in Sunderland to get that 'hands on' experience with our gear!
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Sunderland Store Address:
Bob Gnarly Surf Ltd
78 Hylton Road
Sunderland
SR4 7BB
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Regardless of your contact method, we are happy to help and we look forward to being of service.
Learning to surf? Choosing your first gear? Looking for somewhere to learn? We've built three resources to help you on your journey.
When you buy from Bob Gnarly Surf, you’re not just getting top-tier gear—you’re supporting a trusted local 'bricks and mortar' surf shop known for its quality products along with expert advice from a small band of surfers here at the shop. And of course, killer customer service!
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