Description:
A high-performance, neoprene-free wetsuitPatagonia develops innovative high-performance wetsuits, we already figured that out. Anyhow, they never cease to amaze us. The R3 Yulex not only keeps you warm in cold waters, but comes with sustainable and natural fabrics. Patagonia's new, neoprene-free Yulex™ wetsuits are made of 85% natural rubber and 15% synthetic rubber by polymer content. Replacing a petroleum-based material with a plant-based one, they offer the same warmth and performance attributes as conventional stretch neoprene while reducing CO2 emissions by up to 80% in the manufacturing process. Derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council™ certified by the Rainforest Alliance, we blend the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone and UV resistance, and meet our rigorous standards for strength, stretch and durability. With an anatomical, performance-focused design that maximizes comfort and flexibility while minimizing weight, the R3™ Yulex Front-Zip Full Suit is 4.5mm in the torso and thighs, lined with high-stretch, fast-drying 51% recycled polyester, 44% polyester and 5% spandex inverted microgrid. 3.5mm in the arms and legs, lined with high-stretch, fast-drying 100% recycled polyester jersey, the face fabric is 88% recycled polyester and 12% spandex. The floating front-zip features a corrosion-proof zipper and asymmetrical flap for better seal, stretch and range of motion through the chest and shoulders. Unlike other designs, the Salmi® zipper is fully replaceable to extend the suit’s lifespan. Supratex kneepads and ankle cuffs provide excellent abrasion resistance and increased durability. 100% external seam sealing, all seams are triple glued, blindstitched and internally taped. Easy-access key loop included. Suggested water temperatures: 48–55° F/9–13° C.. Featuresformfittingnatural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council™ certified by the Rainforest Alliance, synthetic rubber is chlorine-freetorso/thighs have 51% recycled polyester, 44% polyester and 5% spandex inverted microgrid thermal lining that minimizes weight, dries fast and offers excellent flexibilityhigh-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey lining in the arms/legs improves flexibility and dry time, exterior face fabric made with 88% recycled polyester and 12% spandex is durable, stretchy and water-resistant100% external seam sealing, all seams are triple glued, blind stitched and 100% internally tapedSupratex kneepads and ankle cuffs for maximum durability and anatomic fitfloating front-zip with corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper provides extra room to get in/out, extends suit’s lifespan and is fully repairableeasy-access key loopweight: 1105 g (39 oz)Made in Thailand
