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Designed for all of your aquatic multisport adventures, the BARE Exowear Hooded Vest delivers essential core and head thermal protection for diving, surfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling. Engineered as part of BARE’s lightweight, layerable exposure protection line, this vest provides heavy-duty warmth without adding bulk—slowing thermal loss by up to 36% at 1 ATM of pressure in lab testing. Wear it as a high-mobility standalone top in warm water or layer it under a wetsuit or drysuit to prevent brain freeze during extreme cold exposures.
Innovative 3-Layer Fabric System
Whether you're underwater or exposed to chilly winds on top of your paddleboard, Exowear’s technical 3-Layer material shields your body from the elements:
- 1. Outer Layer: UV-resistant finish with durable water-repellency (DWR) sheds water instantly, reducing moisture absorption and drastically speeding up drying time.
- 2. Windproof Membrane: Highly breathable layer that blocks wind chill and regulates core body temperature during active watersports.
- 3. Inner Fleece with OMNIRED®: Thermo-reactive mineral lining converts escaping body heat into thermal infrared energy. Hydrophobic anti-microbial fleece resists mold and odor-causing bacteria for multi-day trips.
Key Features and Benefits
- OMNIRED® Thermal Technology: Lined with 13+ thermo-reactive minerals to actively reflect your own body heat back to your core and head.
- Maximum Arm Mobility: Generous armhole openings ensure complete shoulder rotation for paddling, swimming, and donning gear.
- 2mm Elastek Neoprene Face Seal: Super-stretch facial trim provides an uncomfortable-free, watertight seal to stop cold flushing around the neck and face.
- 4-Way Stretch Construction: 3D anatomical pattern matches natural body contours to deliver an unrestricted dynamic fit.
- Flat-Seam Stitching: Low-profile seams eliminate chafing and pressure points under wetsuits and BCD harness straps.
- Eco-Conscious Packaging: Shipped plastic-free in a recyclable cardboard box.
Technical Specifications
Material Technology: 3-Layer Windproof & Water-Repellent Fabric
Thermal Protection: OMNIRED® Infrared Mineral Lining (Torso & Hood)
Face Seal: 2mm Elastek Full-Stretch Neoprene
Stitching: Dynamic Flat-Seam Construction
Lab Thermal Efficiency: Slows thermal loss by 36% at 1 ATM
Suitability: Standalone or Under-Wetsuit / Under-Drysuit Layering
Sizing Information
Achieving a snug fit is essential to keep water from sloshing inside the hood and body. Check the official BARE Men's Wetsuit & ExoWear Size Chart to select your ideal fit.
