Thank you everyone, Compiler, I had a feeling that question was based around the zipper. Yes, the zipper of course adds more poly count, but not so much to be a problem. In other words, the trade off is WELL worth while. I am very proud of this suit, and it don't look 1/4 as good with out the zipper. The zipper is not "working" - I mean it don't zip up and down - its just for show. If all goes well the wetsuit/swimsuit alone will be in testing in the next day or so. I will take a very serious look at putting a stripe material zone down the sides. Thank you 3d. select-copy marty