Wetsuits

The Men's Flashbomb 6/4 Hooded Chest Zip Wetsuit now includes our E6 Flash Lining that provides 20% more stretch than our previous E5 model, allowing for more warmth and faster drying time. Seams are taped with our E6 Flash lining for extra comfort and water sealing, and our mesh skin panels absorb solar rays and block wind chill to maximize water time in cooler climates.

• Mesh Skin Panels
• Sealed Cuffs
• Adjustable face closure to hooded suit
• Premium E6 high stretch, lightweight neoprene
• 20% more stretch and 20% lighter than E5
• E6 Flash Lining tape for ultimate stretch, warmth, and comfort
• Easy chest zip entry system with a lightweight zipper that's low profile

• Thickness: 6/4mm
• Neoprene: E6
• Internal Lining: E6 Flash
• Seams: E6 Flash Lining Tape
• Entry System / Zipper: Chest Zip
• Hood: Attached
• Model Year: 2022
• MPN: WSTYOF

 

E5 Flash Lining provides stretch, warmth and is super fast drying. Seams are also taped with E5 Flash Lining for extra comfort and seam sealing. Mesh Skin absorbs solar rays and reduces wind chill while a super stretch neck gusset increases head flexibility.

All new this season 100% E5 flash lining. Rip Curl's exclusive E5 Flash lining is as flexible as traditional double lined neoprene allowing unrestricted stretch and warmth on the entire suit. 3/4 external aquaban plus tape and internal E5 flashlining tape in the arms provides maximum durability and while maintaining insane flexibility. This suit is lightweight yet extremely warm.

TEMPERATURE

• 39 - 54° F / 2 - 10° C

All Ripcurl women's apparel and swimwear are sized using Australian sizing. Please check out size charts to find the equivalent in US/CAN sizing

Made for cold water: 39 - 53° F / 2- 12°C

WARMTH & STRETCH
• Vissla’s warmest and most water tight suit featuring:
• I-Foam Premium- the lightest weight, warmest & stretchiest Japanese limestone based neoprene available; significantly less weight, enhanced flexibility and superior comfort.
• Full body hollow fiber Brain Fuzz lining insulates heat and dries fast
• Upcycled Nylon XTEND exterior fabric: Eco-friendly, lighter, flexible, anti-fade stretch jersey made by Bluesign approved mills.
• Dope Dyed Fabric- A softer, eco-friendly, anti-fade made by Bluesign approved mills.
• AquaA eco-friendly water-based lamination is completely solvent free with no harmful chemicals.

FIT
• New improved fit for better range of motion - anatomically engineered body lines with minimal seams for unrestricted performance and warmth

DURABLE & WATERTIGHT
• PK S-LOCK Water tight Zipper - Chest-zip entry with Cris-X interior panels for easy entry and minimal bulk with a perfect fit
• Chest-zip entry, also includes Male and Female channel barrier to prevent flushing our most water tight design
• Power Seam is an advanced, flexible, waterproofing sealant used on the outside of all seams for added warmth and durability
• Vissla super stretch Neo 2.0 tape inside allows for maximum seam sealing while having unrestricted stretch and comfort
• Tripled glued, double blind stitched seams
• Smoothy Panels - Wind & water-repellent - Smoothy panels on hood, front and back act as a barrier against the wind & cold where it's needed the most
• Easy access secure key cord
• Knee pad, Upcycled Supratex abrasion resistant for flexibility and strength
• Liquid tape cuff seals to prevent flushing at cuffs
• Glideskin on the neck seals to skin to prevent flushing

CARE
• Treat with special care! Rinse wetsuit thoroughly inside and out with fresh water
• Hang dry in a cool shaded area and avoid hanging in direct sun light. When changing, avoid standing on the wetsuit 

Our all-new Yulex® wetsuits have exclusive linings for increased stretch. The only Fair Trade Certified™ suits, they’re made with 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content; natural rubber is FSC® certified by the Rainforest Alliance.
Best for water 38°–48° F/3°–9° C.
Thickness: 5.5/4.5mm

Features

Made with Natural Rubber
Stretchy 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% chlorine-free synthetic rubber by polymer content; natural rubber is FSC® certified by the Rainforest Alliance

Warm Thermal Lining
Torso/thighs have solution-dyed 95% polyester (51% recycled)/5% recycled spandex thermal microgrid lining that dries fast and offers excellent warmth and flex

High-Stretch Recycled Polyester and Water-Based Glue
Stretchy, solution-dyed linings; interior arms/legs: 100% recycled polyester, exterior: 85% recycled polyester/15% recycled spandex. Solvent-free AquaA™ glue

Fully Seam-Sealed
100% externally seam-sealed to shut out water and add durability; all seams are triple-glued and taped with comfortable, low-profile interior seam tape

Front-Zip Design
Asymmetrical front-zip with replaceable, corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper provides better seal and extends suit’s lifespan; easy-access key loop on inside

Flexible and Durable Kneepads and Cuffs
Supratex kneepads and cuffs are durable, flexible and hold comfortably to the body without binding or restricting movement

Supporting the People Who Made This Product
Fair Trade Certified™ sewn

Material

• Torso/thighs: 5.5mm (3.5mm hood) 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, lined with 95% polyester (51% recycled)/5% recycled spandex inverted microgrid
  
• Arms/legs: 4mm 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, lined with high-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey
  
• Exterior: 85% recycled polyester/15% recycled spandex
  
• Natural rubber is from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance
  

 

Our wetsuits now have an easier entry and increased stretch. The world’s only Fair Trade Certified™ suits, they’re made with 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content; the natural rubber is FSC® certified by the Rainforest Alliance. Best for water 38°–48° F/3°–9° C.

Made with neoprene-free 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber (by polymer content) that meets our rigorous standards for performance, durability, warmth and sustainability; the natural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance; the synthetic rubber is chlorine-free; Fair Trade Certified™ sewn

• Torso/thighs/hood have solution-dyed 95% polyester (51% recycled)/5% spandex inverted microgrid thermal lining that minimizes weight, dries fast and offers excellent flexibility
• Solution-dyed, high-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey lining in the arms/legs improves flexibility and dry time; solution-dyed exterior face fabric made with 85% recycled polyester/15% spandex is durable, stretchy and water-resistant; lining and face fabric laminated with solvent-free AquaA™ glue
• 100% external seam sealing; all seams are triple-glued and internally taped
• Supratex kneepads and ankle cuffs for maximum durability and anatomic fit
• Floating, asymmetrical front-zip with corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper provides better seal and extends suit’s lifespan; unlike other designs, zipper is replaceable
• Adjustable hood opening with cord lock and easy-access key loop

Thickness: 5.5/4.5mm

Torso/thighs: 5.5mm (hood: 3.5mm) 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, lined with 95% polyester (51% recycled)/5% spandex inverted microgrid.

Arms/legs: 4mm 85% Yulex natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, lined with high-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey.

Exterior face: 85% recycled polyester/15% spandex.

A durable and ultrawarm neoprene-free wetsuit, the R5® Yulex® Front-Zip Hooded Full Suit is made of 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content; the natural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ facility.

Suggested water temperatures: 32–38° F/0–3° C

Made with Natural Rubber

Stretchy 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% chlorine-free synthetic rubber by polymer content; natural rubber is FSC® certified by the Rainforest Alliance

Warm Thermal Lining

Torso/thighs/hood have solution-dyed 95% polyester (51% recycled)/5% recycled spandex thermal microgrid lining that dries fast and offers excellent warmth and flex

High-Stretch Recycled Polyester and Water-Based Glue

Solution-dyed, high-stretch 100% recycled polyester lining in the arms/legs; stretchy and durable solution-dyed exterior fabric made from 85% recycled polyester/15% recycled spandex; lining and exterior fabric laminated with solvent-free AquaA™ glue

Fully Seam-Sealed

100% externally seam-sealed to shut out water and add durability; all seams are triple-glued and taped with comfortable, low-profile interior seam tape

Front-Zip Design with Adjustable Hood

Asymmetrical front-zip with replaceable, corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper; adjustable hood opening with cord lock; easy-access key loop on inside

Flexible and Durable Kneepads and Cuffs

Supratex kneepads and cuffs are durable, flexible and hold comfortably to the body without binding or restricting movement

Supporting the People Who Made This Product

Fair Trade Certified™ sewn, which means the people who made it earned a premium for their labor

WARMTH & STRETCH
• 100% Super stretch Japanese limestone based neoprene - lighter, warmer, softer, stretchier, easier to put on and take off, and allows for more freedom of movement.
• Full body Thermal lining. Fever Fiber lining with more stretch insulates heat and dries incredibly fast.  Legs: Eco Fiber stretch thermal for warmth and movement.
• Dope Dyed Fabric- Softer, eco-friendly, anti-fade stretch jersey laminated with AquaA eco-friendly water-based lamination is completely solvent free. Made by Bluesign approved mills. 

FIT
• Tailored fit - anatomically correct engineered body lines allow for unrestricted performance and warmth 

DURABLE & WATERTIGHT
• Chest-zip entry, minimal bulk with contoured water tight design 
• Tripled glued, blind stitched seams 
• Sisstr super stretch Neo 3.0 tape allows for maximum seam sealing while having unrestricted stretch and comfort 
• Smoothy Panels - Wind & water-repellent - Smoothy panels on the back acts as a barrier against the cold where it's needed the most 
• Easy access secure key cord 
• Knee pad, Upcycled Supratex abrasion resistant for flexibility and strength 
• Liquid tape cuff seals to prevent flushing at cuffs 
• Glideskin on the hood seals to skin to prevent flushing 

CARE
• Treat with special care! Rinse wetsuit thoroughly inside and out with fresh water 
• Hang dry in a cool shaded area and avoid hanging in direct sun light. When changing, avoid standing on the wetsuit 
• Smoothy panel on back - use extra caution when putting on and taking off wetsuit.