Bare Sports — In Your Element Since 1972
Bare Sports started in a small workshop in British Columbia in the early 1970s, built by people who dove and who understood that the wetsuits available at the time could do better. Over fifty years later, that founding instinct — that exposure protection should fit better, function better, and last longer — still drives everything the brand makes. Bare has grown from a regional shop into a global brand, but the philosophy hasn't changed: Fit, Craftsmanship, and Innovation.
What makes Bare different from most wetsuit manufacturers is structural. Their suits are designed by people who dive in them — an all-female design team built the women's range around how women actually move underwater. Their technical drysuit was co-developed with working cave divers who identified what existing suits failed to do. Their BAREfit anatomical patterns — with bias-cut fabrics, articulated joints, and complex 3D shaping — treat fit as a thermal performance variable, not just a comfort preference. A loose suit flushes cold water continuously regardless of thickness; Bare's patterns exist to prevent that.
At DiveCatalog.com, we carry the full current Bare lineup as an authorized dealer: wetsuits from 1mm to 8/7mm semi-dry, drysuits from recreational trilaminate to expedition cave-spec, Exowear multi-sport layering, rash guards, and a complete accessories system of gloves, hoods, boots, and undergarments. Browse the subcategories below or explore the full Bare catalog here.
The Bare Product Range
Wetsuits — From Tropical to Technical
Bare's wetsuit range spans the full spectrum of water temperatures and diver types. Three distinct technology tiers address different needs:
The Reactive series is Bare's most thermally advanced wetsuit — built around Graphene OMNIRED, a combination of graphene heat conduction and 13 thermo-reactive minerals that convert body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back to the body. The result is Bare's warmest wetsuit construction, available in 3mm, 5mm, and 7mm for men and women. Graphene warms faster than conventional neoprene and holds heat longer, both in and out of the water.
The Velocity Ultra series uses Progressive Full-Stretch neoprene — construction that stretches in multiple directions simultaneously rather than the standard two, delivering exceptional freedom of movement across shoulders, knees, and elbows — combined with OMNIRED infrared technology. Available in 3mm, 5mm, 7mm, and an 8/7mm Semi-Dry version with chest zip water dam and hooded configuration for the coldest wetsuit-viable conditions.
The Revel (men's) and Elate (women's) series cover the multi-sport accessible tier — full-stretch neoprene without the OMNIRED upgrade, available in 2mm shorty through 7mm full. The kids' range includes the Manta (ages 8–16) and the Dolphin, Tadpole, and Guppy (toddlers, ages 2–6).
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Drysuits — Cold Water Without Limits
Bare's drysuit range is built around their proprietary butyl trilaminate technology — butyl rubber sealed between layers of polyester or nylon, producing a material that is lighter and more flexible than conventional neoprene drysuits, more durable against wear than standard fabrics, and highly packable for travel. No-Stitch Technology on select models replaces stitched seams with double-glued, heat-taped construction that eliminates the needle holes conventional seams leave behind.
The Trilam Pro Dry and Trilam Tech Dry cover accessible recreational through advanced recreational cold-water use. The X-Mission Evolution — Bare's flagship — was co-developed with the Cavebase Exploration Team specifically for technical cave diving: Nylon Micro RipStop Trilaminate material, telescoping torso, expandable cargo pockets, and field-replaceable silicone seals. It's also Bare's most packable and travel-ready suit. Neoprene drysuits in the XCS2 range provide built-in thermal insulation for divers who prefer the neoprene feel. A Made-to-Measure program lets divers have any suit hand-cut to their specific body dimensions through authorized retailers.
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Exowear — The Gap Between Rash Guard and Wetsuit
Exowear is Bare's 3-layer technical layering system: a windproof, water-repellant outer, a breathable membrane, and an OMNIRED-infused inner fleece. It's neutrally buoyant, stretches in four directions, and can be worn as a standalone garment in warm water (above ~22°C / 72°F), as a thermal underlayer beneath a wetsuit in cooler conditions, or as a surface-interval layer between dives in cold weather. Available in full suits, jackets, tops, pants, shorts, hoods, and gloves for both men and women.
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Rash Guards — UV Protection Done Right
Bare's rash guards provide UPF 50+ sun and stinger protection for tropical diving, snorkeling, paddlesports, and any watersport where neoprene would be excessive. Flatlock seams reduce chafing during extended wear under BCDs and wetsuits. Available in long sleeve, short sleeve, and hooded configurations for men and women.
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Accessories — Complete the System
Bare's accessories range completes the thermal picture. OMNIRED gloves (3mm and 5mm) with Ultrawarmth Celliant mineral technology extend warmth to the hands. Ultrawarmth dry hoods mate specifically with Bare drysuit collars for effective thermal sealing. Force 1 boots provide a compatible companion for drysuits with soft boots. Undergarments — base tops and pants, mid-layer fleece pieces, and Thinsulate insulation layers — provide the layering options to handle any temperature range under a drysuit or semi-dry wetsuit.
Bare's Core Technologies
OMNIRED Infrared Technology
OMNIRED contains 13 thermo-reactive minerals woven into the fabric. These minerals convert body heat that would otherwise radiate outward into infrared energy and reflect it back to the body — FDA-determined to conserve body heat and improve circulation. Available in wetsuits, Exowear, and accessories. Not a marketing claim: OMNIRED has been tested in strict independent scientific studies and consistently outperforms similar technologies.
Graphene OMNIRED
The Reactive series adds graphene — the world's thinnest material and the most thermally conductive substance known — to the OMNIRED system. Graphene captures heat faster and holds it longer than conventional neoprene. Combined with OMNIRED's mineral reflection, Graphene OMNIRED represents Bare's warmest material technology.
Progressive Full-Stretch Neoprene
Standard neoprene stretches in two directions. Progressive Full-Stretch construction allows the material to stretch simultaneously in multiple directions, dramatically improving freedom of movement — particularly across the shoulders, knees, and elbows. Used in the Velocity Ultra and Reactive series.
BAREfit Anatomical Patterns
Bare believes thermal performance begins with fit. BAREfit patterns use complex anatomical shaping — articulated arms and legs designed for the bent position of a diver, not the standing position of a fitting room. Bias-cut fabrics maximize inherent stretch along seam lines. A loose suit flushes cold water; BAREfit prevents it.
Butyl Trilaminate
Bare's drysuit trilaminate uses butyl rubber — a synthetic elastomer with inherently low water and gas permeability — sealed between outer layers of polyester or nylon. This produces a material lighter and more flexible than neoprene, more packable, and more durable against abrasion. No-Stitch Technology eliminates stitched seams on premium models.
Limestone Neoprene and Eco Construction
Bare uses limestone-based neoprene (calcium carbonate rather than petroleum) across their range. Water-based adhesives replace solvent-based glues. Dope-dyed fabrics reduce water consumption during dyeing by over 10%. These choices reduce the environmental footprint of every suit without affecting performance.
Why Buy Bare from DiveCatalog.com?
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Authorized Bare Sports dealer — genuine products, full manufacturer warranty on all suits
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Complete Bare lineup — wetsuits, drysuits, Exowear, rash guards, and accessories
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Expert sizing and fit advice — Bare's size range is extensive; our team can guide you through it
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Made-to-Measure program — contact us to discuss custom-fit drysuit options
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Fast shipping — in-stock suits ship within one business day
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Easy returns — if sizing isn't right, exchanges are straightforward
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Financing available — for premium drysuits and technical wetsuits
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Rewards program — earn points on every purchase
Frequently Asked Questions — Bare Sports
Where is Bare Sports based?
Bare Sports was founded in British Columbia, Canada, and has been manufacturing wetsuits and drysuits since the early 1970s. Their suits are produced in-house with their own design and manufacturing facilities, which allows continuous iteration on fit and materials based on real diver feedback.
What is the warmest Bare wetsuit?
The Bare Reactive 7mm — which uses Graphene OMNIRED technology combining graphene heat conduction with infrared mineral reflection — is Bare's warmest wetsuit construction. For conditions where a wetsuit isn't sufficient, the Bare Velocity Ultra 8/7mm Semi-Dry adds a chest zip water dam and fitted hood to extend the cold limit further before a drysuit is needed.
What is the difference between OMNIRED and Graphene OMNIRED?
Standard OMNIRED uses 13 thermo-reactive minerals to convert body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back. Graphene OMNIRED adds a graphene layer — the world's most thermally conductive material — which captures heat faster and holds it longer than conventional neoprene alone. Graphene OMNIRED is used in the Reactive series; standard OMNIRED is used in the Velocity Ultra, Exowear, and accessories.
Does Bare make suits for women specifically?
Yes — Bare's women's range is genuinely gender-specific, designed from the pattern stage for women's proportions: shorter torso lengths, narrower shoulders, wider hips relative to waist. The Evoke, Nixie, and Elate women's lines were designed by Bare's all-female design team with women's underwater movement patterns as the design brief. They are not resized men's suits.
What is the Made-to-Measure drysuit program?
Bare offers a hand-cut drysuit service where the suit is cut to your specific body measurements rather than a stock size. Authorized Bare retailers are trained to take the measurements and work with Bare's in-house designers to produce the suit. Contact us to discuss options and lead times.
How do I choose between a trilaminate and neoprene drysuit?
Trilaminate drysuits (like the Trilam Pro Dry, Trilam Tech Dry, and X-Mission) are lighter, more packable, and require a separate thermal undergarment for warmth — the suit itself doesn't insulate. Neoprene drysuits (like the XCS2) provide built-in insulation through the neoprene itself, requiring less undergarment, but are heavier and less packable. Trilaminate suits are better for travel and technical diving; neoprene suits suit divers who prefer the familiar neoprene feel and want built-in warmth.
Can I wear Exowear as a standalone garment for diving?
Yes, in warm water above approximately 22°C / 72°F. Exowear is neutrally buoyant and designed to be worn in the water. It provides meaningful thermal protection and UV coverage through its 3-layer construction and OMNIRED inner fleece. Below that temperature threshold, a wetsuit is needed for adequate thermal protection.
Bare has been keeping divers warm and comfortable in the water for over fifty years. Browse the full collection above, or navigate to the specific category that matches your diving — wetsuits, drysuits, Exowear, or rash guards. Reach out if you'd like help finding the right suit for your water temperatures and diving style.
