BARE 3mm Reactive Full-Stretch Men's Wetsuit, OMNIRED Tech

BARE Men’s Wetsuits sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.

Weight and height

Your size	Weight lb · kg	Height ft/in · cm
XS	120–140 54–63	5′2″–5′4″ 157–167
S	135–155 61–70	5′6″–5′8″ 168–173
M	150–175 68–79	5′8″–5′10″ 173–178
MTALL	150–180 70–82	5′11″–6′1″ 180–184
MLSHORT	160–185 72–84	5′6″–5′8″ 168–173
ML	170–195 77–88	5′10″–6′0″ 178–183
MLTALL	175–200 79–91	6′0″–6′2″ 183–188
LSHORT	180–205 82–93	5′7″–5′9″ 170–175
L	190–215 86–98	5′11″–6′1″ 180–185
LTALL	195–220 88–100	6′1″–6′3″ 185–191
XLSHORT	200–225 91–102	5′8″–5′10″ 173–178
XL	210–235 95–107	6′0″–6′2″ 183–188
XLTALL	215–240 98–109	6′2″–6′4″ 188–193
2XLSHORT	220–245 100–111	5′8″–5′10″ 173–178
2XL	230–255 104–116	6′1″–6′3″ 185–191
3XL	250–275 113–125	6′2″–6′4″ 188–193
4XL	270–295 122–134	6′3″–6′5″ 191–196

Chest, waist and hip

Your size	Chest in · cm	Waist in · cm	Hip in · cm
XS	33–35 84–89	27–29 68–74	34–36 86–91
S	35–37 89–94	29–31 74–79	35–37 89–94
M	37–39 94–99	31–33 79–84	37–39 94–99
MTALL	37–39 94–99	31–33 79–84	37–39 94–99
MLSHORT	39–41 99–104	33–35 84–89	39–41 99–104
ML	39–41 99–104	33–35 84–89	39–41 99–104
MLTALL	39–41 99–104	33–35 84–89	39–41 99–104
LSHORT	41–43 104–109	35–37 89–94	41–43 104–109
L	41–43 104–109	35–37 89–94	41–43 104–109
LTALL	41–43 104–109	35–37 89–94	41–43 104–109
XLSHORT	43–45 109–114	37–39 94–99	43–45 109–114
XL	43–45 109–114	37–39 94–99	43–45 109–114
XLTALL	43–45 109–114	37–39 94–99	43–45 109–114
2XLSHORT	45–47 114–119	39–41 99–104	45–47 114–119
2XL	45–47 114–119	39–41 99–104	45–47 114–119
3XL	47–49 119–124	41–43 104–109	47–49 119–124
4XL	49–51 124–129	43–45 109–114	49–51 124–129

Torso and inseam

Your size	Torso in · cm	Inseam in · cm
XS	25.875 66	28.5 72
S	27.375 70	30 76
M	28.375 72	31 79
MTALL	29.625 75	32 81
MLSHORT	27.625 70	30.25 77
ML	29.375 75	32 81
MLTALL	30.625 78	33 84
LSHORT	28 71	30.5 77
L	30 76	32.5 83
LTALL	31.25 79	33.5 85
XLSHORT	28.125 71	31 79
XL	30.625 78	33 84
XLTALL	31.875 81	34 86
2XLSHORT	28.5 72	31.25 79
2XL	31.25 79	33.5 85
3XL	31.875 81	34 86
4XL	32.375 82	34.5 87

How Bare measures

Wear minimal clothing (ie. T-Shirt, shorts, bathing suit) at the time of measuring. All measurements must be taken with a soft tape measure pulled snug but not tight. Stand straight, looking forward with your feet flat on the floor. It is best to have help taking the measurements, in order to remain in the optimal measuring stance.

Weight: As close as you can accurately.
Height: From the top of your head to the floor.
Chest: Measure around the fullest part.
Waist: Measure around the narrowest part.
Hip: Measure around the fullest part.
Torso: Top of shoulder to crotch vertically.
Inseam: Measure from crotch to floor.

Source: Bare’s size chart. Values in the second unit come from Bare’s own chart where it prints them.

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Product Information

The BARE 3mm Reactive Full-Stretch Men's Wetsuit gives divers a stretchy 3mm suit across BARE's extended men's size run.

Who it is for

A 3mm full suit with stretch, a seam-free interior, and BARE's extended men's size run including Short and Tall fits. The seamless underarms and anatomically correct pattern support comfort, mobility and a three-dimensional fit throughout the suit, and the booklet-style hook-and-loop collar guards against neck snags and pilling on a boat or beach entry.

Key details

ELASTEK FULL-STRETCH neoprene combined with OMNIRED fabric
OMNIRED Infrared Technology: 13 thermo-reactive minerals woven into the lining convert body heat to infrared energy and reflect it back to the body, increasing circulation and warmth
No Stitch Technology (NST) seamless construction, the same seam-free process BARE first used on its drysuits
Extra-long 21 inch S-Lock2 back zipper with offset tooth design and PU coated zip tape
Skin-to-skin double internal sealing zipper flap, full-length puller with silicone print grip, and a grip tab at the base of the zipper
Armor Flex 2.0 3D kneepads, highly flexible and abrasion resistant

Compatibility and sizing

Available in Black or Blue. Sizes run S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, plus Short and Tall fits: MT, MLS, MLT, LS, LT, XLS, XLT, 2XLS, and 4XL.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized BARE dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California, open since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or chat with us if you have questions about sizing or fit before you order.

⚠️ 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 does BARE's OMNIRED Infrared Technology actually do?

OMNIRED weaves 13 thermo-reactive minerals into the suit's fabric that convert your outbound body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back to you — BARE's claimed benefits are added warmth, better circulation, and steadier temperature regulation. The current generation adds graphene to the mix, which BARE's lab testing showed improved heat reflection by an average of about 5°C over the original OMNIRED fabric.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for my water temperature?

BARE's official guidance: above 75°F (24°C), a 3–5mm; from 68–75°F (20–24°C), a 5–7mm; below 68°F (20°C), a 7mm or more; and below 50°F (10°C), BARE recommends moving to a drysuit. Everyone's cold tolerance differs — if you tend to run cold or do long repetitive dives, size the thickness up a step.

How do BARE Reactive and Evoke wetsuits fit, and what sizes exist?

This is where BARE stands out: the men's Reactive runs XS through 4XL including Short and Tall variants, and the women's Evoke runs sizes 2–14 including Tall and Plus cuts — far more real-body coverage than most wetsuit lines. Both use seamless underarms, double GLIDESKIN wrist and ankle seals, and a G-Lock 2 back zipper with an internal sealing flap and spine pad. Between sizes? Send us your measurements — wetsuit fit is everything.

What warranty do BARE wetsuits have?

BARE covers all wetsuits with a 2-year warranty on workmanship and materials for defects, with repair or replacement at BARE's option. Normal wear, misuse, and unauthorized repairs are excluded. (The longer 7-year seam coverage you may have read about applies to BARE drysuits, not wetsuits.)

How should a wetsuit fit?

A wetsuit should feel snug everywhere, with no loose pockets at the lower back, armpits, or behind the knees where water can collect and flush. It will feel tighter than normal clothing on land, which is expected, because the suit works by holding a thin layer of water that your body warms. If you cannot take a full breath or the neck chokes you it is too small, and if you can pinch loose folds of neoprene it is too big.

What do you wear under a wetsuit?

Most divers wear a swimsuit, a rash guard, or a thin dive-specific base layer under a wetsuit. A slick base layer makes a tight suit much easier to pull on and cuts down chafing at the neck, shoulders, and underarms. Avoid thick cotton clothing, which soaks up water, bunches, and makes you colder rather than warmer.

How do you put on a tight wetsuit?

Work upward in small sections, pulling a little neoprene at a time rather than yanking on one spot, and get the suit fully seated at the ankles and knees before working on the hips and shoulders. A plastic bag over each foot and hand, or wetting the suit first, helps it slide into place. Grip with flat palms rather than fingertips, since fingernails are the most common cause of torn neoprene.

Does a thicker wetsuit mean a warmer wetsuit?

As a general rule, thicker neoprene insulates more, so a higher millimeter rating is warmer in the same conditions. Warmth also depends heavily on fit, suit style, seam construction, whether you add a hood, boots, and gloves, how long the dive is, and your own cold tolerance, so two divers in identical suits can feel very differently. Use thickness as a starting point and refine it against your local conditions and personal experience.

How do I care for and store a wetsuit?

Rinse it inside and out in fresh water after every dive day, and use a wetsuit-specific wash occasionally to control odor. Dry it inside-out first and then flip it, always out of direct sunlight, because UV and heat break down neoprene faster than anything else. Store it hanging on a wide-shouldered hanger or laid flat rather than folded, so you do not set permanent creases.

How long does a wetsuit last?

Lifespan depends far more on use and care than on age, so a suit dived hard in sun and chlorine may soften within a couple of seasons while a well-rinsed occasional-use suit can last many years. Signs a suit is finished include compressed neoprene that no longer feels buoyant or warm, splitting seams, and looseness in areas that used to be snug. Repairing small cuts and seam separations early adds meaningfully to a suit's life.

What is the difference between a full suit, a shorty, and wetsuit separates?

A full suit covers arms and legs, a shorty stops at the upper arms and thighs, and separates such as tops, bottoms, and hooded vests layer to add warmth where you want it. Layering a vest or top under a full suit adds core warmth and can extend the range of a suit you already own. Choose based on how much coverage you want, both for warmth and for protection against stings and abrasion.

Does this BARE Reactive 3mm wetsuit use Graphene technology?

No. This 3mm Reactive uses BARE's OMNIRED Infrared Technology, which weaves 13 thermo-reactive minerals into the fabric to convert body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back to you. BARE's newer Graphene-enhanced Reactive 3mm is a separate, current-generation model; this suit is built on the original OMNIRED platform without graphene.

Where is the zipper located on this wetsuit and how does it keep water out?

This Reactive 3mm uses an extra-long, 21 inch S-Lock2 back zipper with an offset tooth design and PU coated zip tape. A skin-to-skin double internal sealing flap backs the zipper to block water entry. A full-length puller with silicone print and a grip tab at the base of the zipper give an easy grip.

What is No Stitch Technology (NST) and why does it matter on a wetsuit?

No Stitch Technology is BARE's seam-free construction method, originally used only on its drysuits, applied here to a 3mm wetsuit. Built without a single seam stitch, NST is BARE's seam-free process, which the manufacturer says keeps you drier, warmer and diving longer.

What kneepad protection does the Reactive 3mm have?

It uses BARE's Armor Flex 2.0 3-D kneepads, described as highly flexible, durable and abrasion resistant.

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Review

super wet suit warm for doing 2 tank dives. this is suit is flexible in water and feels great. the cuff wrist and ankle at tight. wish they had zippers on ankles hard getting off. one of the best wet suits i ever owned. I have to buy new one cause broke my ankle at resort on washroom break had to cut it off. due to injury .But will buy another one.

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Brand	BARE
Model	3mm Reactive Full-Stretch
SKU	002175
Thickness	3mm
Gender	Men's
Material	ELASTEK FULL-STRETCH neoprene with OMNIRED fabric
Warming technology	OMNIRED Infrared Technology, 13 thermo-reactive minerals
Construction	No Stitch Technology (NST), seamless
Zipper	21 inch S-Lock2 back zipper, offset tooth design, PU coated zip tape
Zipper sealing	Skin-to-skin double internal sealing flap
Kneepads	Armor Flex 2.0, 3D, abrasion resistant
Collar	Hook-and-loop adjustment with booklet-style cover
Colors	Black, Blue
Sizes	S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, MT, MLS, MLT, LS, LT, XLS, XLT, 2XLS, 4XL

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