Henderson 5/3mm Greenprene Hood
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Henderson 5/3mm Greenprene Hood - Black / M (Medium) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Sizing for Henderson Dive Hoods. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.
| Size | Neck in · cm |
Head in · cm |
|---|---|---|
| XS |
11 27.9 |
19 48 |
| SM |
13 33 |
20 51 |
| M |
14 35.6 |
22 56 |
| L |
15.25 38.7 |
23 58 |
| XL |
16.25 41.3 |
24 61 |
| 2XL |
17.25 43.8 |
25 64 |
How Henderson measures
To find your hood size, measure the circumference of your neck, and measure around your head the same way a headband would fit around it.
Source: Henderson’s size chart. Where the chart prints only one unit, we converted the other: centimeters from inches (to the nearest centimeter); 0.1 cm where the chart prints tenths of an inch.
Henderson 5/3mm Greenprene Hood - Black / M (Medium) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Information
The Henderson 5/3mm Greenprene Hood is a neoprene-free dive hood built from Greenprene, a biobased insulating foam made from deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells, paired with a recycled AQUA-SILK exterior laminate and a recycled BIO-SPAN interior laminate. It is offered in a bibbed design, in sizes XS through XXL, under SKU GPH53N for the 5/3mm thickness.
Who it is for
This unisex hood suits divers who want to move away from traditional neoprene without giving up warmth or stretch. Greenprene is described by the manufacturer as insanely warm, super stretchy, and ultra-durable, with UV resistance, making it an option for divers who spend time on the surface or deck between dives as well as underwater.
Key details
- Thickness: 5/3mm, SKU GPH53N (other thicknesses, GPH32N at 3mm and GPH75N at 7/5mm, are also produced by the manufacturer)
- Foam core: Greenprene, 100% neoprene-free, made from deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells
- Exterior laminate: recycled AQUA-SILK fabric, 88% recycled polyester and 12% spandex
- Interior laminate: recycled BIO-SPAN fabric, 88% recycled polyester and 12% nylon
- Certifications: USDA BioPreferred biobased product, Oeko-tex certified, AZO-free tested
- Color: Black
Compatibility and sizing
The hood is sized XS to XXL by neck and head circumference: XS fits an 11 inch neck and 19 inch head, SM fits a 13 inch neck and 20 inch head, M fits a 14 inch neck and 22 inch head, L fits a 15 1/4 inch neck and 23 inch head, XL fits a 16 1/4 inch neck and 24 inch head, and XXL fits a 17 1/4 inch neck and 25 inch head.
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Henderson Aquatics dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California, serving divers since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or start a chat if you have questions about sizing or fit before you order.
- Neoprene-free foam: Greenprene is a 100% neoprene-free insulating foam made from deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells.
- Sustainable formulation: Greenprene is a USDA BioPreferred certified biobased product.
- Recycled exterior fabric: The outer laminate is AQUA-SILK, made from recycled water bottles, 88% recycled polyester and 12% spandex.
- Recycled interior fabric: The inner laminate is BIO-SPAN, made from recycled water bottles, 88% recycled polyester and 12% nylon.
- Thickness: This hood is built in 5/3mm thickness, SKU GPH53N.
- Other thicknesses offered: The same Greenprene bibbed hood is also produced in 3mm (GPH32N) and 7/5mm (GPH75N).
- UV resistance: The manufacturer states Greenprene provides excellent UV resistance.
- Material testing: Greenprene is Oeko-tex certified and AZO-free tested.
- Sizing range: Available in sizes XS, SM, M, L, XL, and XXL.
- Bibbed design: This is a bibbed hood style, per the manufacturer's product naming.
| SKU (5/3mm) | GPH53N |
| Other thickness SKUs | GPH32N (3mm), GPH75N (7/5mm) |
| Color | Black |
| Foam core | Greenprene: deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, oyster shells |
| Exterior laminate | Recycled AQUA-SILK, 88% recycled polyester, 12% spandex |
| Interior laminate | Recycled BIO-SPAN, 88% recycled polyester, 12% nylon |
| Certifications | USDA BioPreferred biobased product, Oeko-tex certified, AZO-free tested, 100% neoprene-free |
| Size XS - Neck / Head | 11" / 19" |
| Size SM - Neck / Head | 13" / 20" |
| Size M - Neck / Head | 14" / 22" |
| Size L - Neck / Head | 15 1/4" / 23" |
| Size XL - Neck / Head | 16 1/4" / 24" |
| Size XXL - Neck / Head | 17 1/4" / 25" |
⚠️ 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.
Is the Henderson Greenprene made of neoprene?
No, the Henderson Greenprene is neoprene-free. It is built from deproteinized natural rubber combined with sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells, and it is USDA Biobased certified. It is lighter than neoprene and UV resistant.
What is the Henderson Greenprene wetsuit made of?
The Greenprene uses a neoprene-free foam made from deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells. Its exterior is a recycled Aqua-Silk fabric made from recycled bottles, and the interior is a recycled Bio-Span lining. The suit also ships in sustainable packaging.
Is the Henderson Greenprene an eco-friendly wetsuit?
Yes, the Greenprene is Henderson's sustainable wetsuit line. It is USDA Biobased certified, neoprene-free, uses recycled fabrics inside and out, and comes in sustainable packaging. It is also lighter than neoprene and UV resistant.
What thicknesses and sizes does the Henderson Greenprene come in?
The Henderson Greenprene fullsuit is offered in 3mm, 5mm, and 7mm, in men's and women's. Sizing runs from XS to 4XL and includes short and tall cuts. If you are between sizes, send us your measurements and we will size you.
What sizes does the Henderson Greenprene Hood come in, and how are they measured?
The hood runs from XS to XXL, sized by neck and head circumference. XS fits an 11 inch neck and 19 inch head, M fits a 14 inch neck and 22 inch head, and XXL fits a 17 1/4 inch neck and 25 inch head, with SM, L, and XL falling between those measurements. Compare your own neck and head circumference to these figures to choose a size.
What other thicknesses does the Henderson Greenprene Hood come in besides 5/3mm?
The same Greenprene bibbed hood is also made in 3mm, SKU GPH32N, and in 7/5mm, SKU GPH75N. This listing covers the 5/3mm version, SKU GPH53N.
Is the Henderson Greenprene Hood certified or tested?
Yes. Greenprene is a USDA BioPreferred certified biobased product, and the material is Oeko-tex certified and AZO-free tested. It is also confirmed 100% neoprene-free, built instead from deproteinized natural rubber, sugar cane, plant oils, and oyster shells.
