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Merino Insulator Series Womens 5/4 Hooded Chest Zip Steamer

Merino Insulator Series Womens 5/4 Hooded Chest Zip Steamer

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This wetsuit features a rapid dry thermal lining made with our unique blend of merino wool.  The merino is well known for its unique thermoregulatory properties.  These natural properties come into their own when the wool gets wet. Keeping you warmer for longer. Our unique wool blend ensures the suit drys rapidly after use.

This suit is designed for the freezing cold. It features a warm, merino woolly, rapid dry, thermal lining, keeping you warmer and comfier than anyone else in the water. All seams are constructed with a triple seal which consists of gluing, stretchy taping, and blind stitching. To top it off this suit has 100% internal taping keeping you fully insulated. This suit is light, warm, soft & stretchy, amplifying your performance in the water.

Recommended Regions: UK, Europe

This suit is designed for very cold climates, it is optimal in water temperatures from 6C to 12C




 

 

 

 

Built-In Hood

Ergonomic, Glideskin Hood***

100% Internal Taping

Protects you from wetsuit rash and adds comfort around the neck

GBS & Taped Seams

Glued & blind stitched & taped seams. Watertight strong seams, making your suit last longer and keeping you warmer

Wooly Thermal Lining

Keeping you warm in cool to cold water. Rapid dry feature helping your wetsuit dry faster in cold conditions

Duraflex Knee Pad

Durable 4-way stretch knee pads, protection and flexibility

Sealed Cuffs

Prevents your wetsuit from stretching around the wrists and ankles, keeping your suit watertight even after years of use

Super Stretch Neoprene

Premium Limestone Neoprene.***

Anatomical Seams

Durable 4 way stretch knee pads, protection and flexibility

Designed & Tested in Aotearoa

With an environment that’s harsher than most, breathtaking water temperatures, high winds and often volatile ocean conditions, we test in the most challenging conditions





Size Height Range Weight
6 157-165cm 48-57kg
8
165-173cm 52-61kg
10
170-175cm 57-66kg
12
173-178cm 61-70kg
14
175-180cm 66-77kg


 

 



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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Merino Insulator Series Womens 5/4 Hooded Chest Zip Steamer suitable for cold water conditions?
This wetsuit features a rapid dry thermal lining made from a unique blend of merino wool, known for its thermoregulatory properties, keeping you warmer for longer in cold water conditions, especially from 6°C to 12°C.
How does the construction of the Merino Insulator Series wetsuit enhance its durability and insulation?
All seams are constructed with a triple seal, including gluing, stretchy taping, and blind stitching, along with 100% internal taping, which ensures the suit is fully insulated, watertight, and more durable for long-lasting performance.
What are the key features of the Merino Insulator Series Womens wetsuit that improve comfort and performance?
The suit includes an ergonomic, glideskin hood, sealed cuffs to prevent stretching, super stretch limestone neoprene for flexibility, and durable Duraflex knee pads, all designed to enhance comfort and mobility in the water.
Is the Merino Insulator Series wetsuit suitable for all water temperatures and regions?
This wetsuit is designed specifically for very cold climates and is optimal in water temperatures from 6°C to 12°C, making it ideal for regions like the UK and Europe during colder months.
How does the merino wool lining in the wetsuit benefit cold water surfers?
The merino wool lining provides natural thermoregulatory properties, offering superior warmth and comfort, especially when the suit gets wet, and features a rapid dry capability to help you stay warm and dry quickly.
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