TECHNOLOGY
WETSUITS TECHNOLOGY
MATERIALS
Sealed (close cell) Outer surface with micro emboss texture
Cut edge (open cell)
Laminated outer jersey
ZIRCONIUM Zirconium is made from hollow yarns which have zirconium carbide particles added to the core. It has the ability to absorb and convert sunlight into heat in addition to reflecting heat. It is one of the fastest drying,lightweight insulators today.
Limestone based neoprene from Yamamoto Corporation, Japan. The smooth closed cell neoprene has a unique coating that makes it 95% water impermeable compare to 70% of the normal petroleum based neoprene, therefore it sheds off more water and quicker. Also compared to the standard petroleum based neoprene, S5 has a 23% higher closed cell ratio that keeps you warmer by providing the maximum wind chill protection.
HEATLOCK Microscopic air cells
Neoprene rubber
H-form core
Laminated stretch inner jersey
H-form core
Laminated stretch inner jersey
H-FOAM
APEX-MESH
APEX-FLEX
Super-flexible, lightweight and durable with superb insulation properties. H-foam is the standard neoprene used on all Pryde & NPX wetsuits.
The top-performance, closed-cell H-Foam. Soft and highly flexible with an embossed micro-texture for added durability.
Top-of-the-line double-laminated material. Super stretch and lightweight with an abrasion resistant, outer and a four-way stretch inner.
DURA-MESH
DURA-FLEX
Sealed or “closed-cell” outer rubber surface with a standard nylon stretch lining. Water runs off mesh faster than standard neoprene - cutting down wind-chill.
Durable “double-lined” neoprene, with a resilient, water-repellant nylon outer fabric, a stretch inner lining and a soft handfeel.
An ultra-lightweight inner lining comprised of a series of tubular, hollow yarns. The Heatlock effectively traps and stores body heat within the cavity of the yarn, keeping you warmer and drier. An insulating, hollow fiber lining that effectively traps and reflects body heat.
HOTCELL Lightweight, quick drying polypropylene insulation. The cellular structure traps an insulating layer of warm water next to the skin, keeping the core temperature up.
BAMBOO CHARCOAL Bamboo Charcoal is known for its inherent antimicrobial and anti-odor properties. This natural fiber is weaved into our lining to provide hygiene benefits.
SCS (SMOOTH COMPOSITE SKIN) Super-soft 0.5mm neoprene with a low friction, high contact coating. Provides the most comfortable and reliable neck, wrist and waist seals.
ARMORTEX A tough nylon outer-jersey used in areas that are exposed to impact and abrasion.
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