Akona dive hood sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.
| Size | Forehead in · cm |
Neck in · cm |
|---|---|---|
| XS |
19–20 48–51 |
11–12 29–32 |
| SM |
20–21 51–54 |
12–14 32–35 |
| MD |
21–22 54–57 |
14–15 35–38 |
| LG |
22–24 57–60 |
15–16 38–40 |
| XL |
24–25 60–63 |
16–17 41–43 |
| 2XL |
25–26 63–66 |
17–18 43–46 |
| 3XL |
26–27 66–68 |
18–19 46–48 |
Source: Akona’s size chart (original chart).
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Product Information
The Akona 5/3mm Quantum Stretch Zip Hood is a unisex dive hood built from 5mm Quantum Stretch neoprene with a 3mm Quantum Stretch neoprene face seal, neck, and bib, closed with a #10 YKK Delrin zipper with dam, and made for divers who need extra warmth in colder water.
Who it is for
This hood is designed to keep a diver warm and flexible in colder waters, and it works as a layering piece. The Quantum Stretch neoprene is intended to move with you so the hood seals without restricting you, and the zip closure makes it easy to put on and take off before and after a dive.
Key details
- Body is 5mm Quantum Stretch neoprene for insulation.
- Face seal, neck, and bib are 3mm Quantum Stretch neoprene for a closer seal around the face and neck.
- #10 YKK Delrin zipper with dam for easy on and off.
- Double coverage vented top.
- Glued and blind stitched seams.
Compatibility and sizing
The hood is offered in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and 2XL so divers can match it to their head and neck size.
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- 5mm Quantum Stretch neoprene body provides the hood's primary insulation.
- 3mm Quantum Stretch neoprene face seal, neck, and bib for a closer seal around the face and neck.
- #10 YKK Delrin zipper with dam makes the hood easy to put on and take off.
- Double coverage vented top is built into the hood's design.
- Glued and blind stitched seams are used throughout construction.
- Effortlessly wearable and removable design.
- Flexible and comfortable fit from the Quantum Stretch neoprene.
- Perfect layering piece for added warmth.
- Unisex sizing from XS through 2XL.
| Brand | Akona |
| Product type | Dive Hood, Unisex |
| Primary neoprene | 5mm Quantum Stretch neoprene |
| Face seal, neck, and bib neoprene | 3mm Quantum Stretch neoprene |
| Zipper | #10 YKK Delrin zipper with dam |
| Seam construction | Glued and blind stitched |
| Top venting | Double coverage vented top |
| Sizes offered | XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL |
⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What thickness of dive boots, gloves, or hood should I choose?
As a general rule, thicker neoprene insulates more, so colder water pushes you toward thicker accessories, but fit, dive length, and personal cold tolerance matter as much as the millimeter number. Divers commonly lose a great deal of heat through the head, so a hood is often the highest-value warmth upgrade for the money. Remember that every added piece of neoprene also adds buoyancy you will need to account for.
How should dive boots fit?
Boots should fit like a snug athletic shoe, with no heel lift and no crushed toes; a little water inside is normal, a sloshing pocket is not. Try them on with the socks you would actually dive, and remember your fin foot pocket has to accommodate the boot. Hard-sole boots protect on rocky shore entries, while soft-sole boots are lighter and pack smaller for boat and travel diving.
How should dive gloves fit?
Gloves should be snug across the palm with fingertips reaching the ends without bunching, since trapped air and loose fingertips destroy dexterity. Thicker gloves are warmer but make buckles, clips, and inflator buttons harder to operate, so choose the thinnest glove that keeps you comfortable in your conditions. Try working a clip or buckle while wearing them before you commit.
How should a dive hood fit?
A hood should seal around the face and neck without restricting your throat or jaw, and lie flat on your head without pulling the mask strap out of position. A loose hood flushes cold water continuously, while an overly tight one is distracting and uncomfortable. Many hoods have a vent to release air trapped during descent, so check yours and burp out any trapped air before you go down.
Why does new neoprene feel so tight?
New neoprene compresses and relaxes with use, so a boot, glove, or hood that feels firm out of the packaging usually settles slightly after a few dives. It should still be snug afterward rather than loose, because neoprene that stretches into a loose fit was probably oversized to begin with. Buy for a snug fit when new, but never for a fit that restricts circulation or breathing.
Do I need to change my weighting when I add a hood, gloves, and boots?
Yes, because every piece of neoprene you add is buoyancy, and a hood, boots, and thick gloves together can shift your weighting noticeably. Do a proper buoyancy check any time you change your exposure protection rather than assuming your usual weight still works. The weight-check procedure is covered in your training, and a dive professional can help you re-do it.
How do I care for dive boots, gloves, and hoods?
Rinse them inside and out in fresh water after every dive day, since they hold sweat and salt more than any other gear, and dry them fully inside-out before packing. Dry them out of direct sunlight and never on a heater, because heat hardens neoprene and weakens glued seams. Store them dry and unfolded, as damp neoprene sealed in a bag is how gear picks up a permanent smell.
What sizes are available for the Akona 5/3mm Quantum Stretch Zip Hood?
The hood is offered in six sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, and 2XL. Choosing the right size matters because the face seal and neck area are made of thinner 3mm neoprene than the body, so a proper fit there affects both warmth and comfort.
Is the Akona 5/3mm Quantum Stretch Zip Hood unisex?
Yes, this hood is listed as a unisex dive hood and is sized from XS through 2XL to fit a range of divers.
What kind of zipper does the Akona 5/3mm Quantum Stretch Zip Hood use?
It uses a #10 YKK Delrin zipper with a dam, which makes the hood easy to put on and take off.
