Bare 2 MM Exowear Mens High-Cut Neoprene Scuba Diving Shorts

Bare | SKU: 017104BLK-10S

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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 2mm ExoWear Men's High-Cut Neoprene Scuba Diving Shorts are a neutrally buoyant exposure-protection bottom built for divers and multi-sport water users, combining 2mm ELASTEK full-stretch neoprene waist and leg bands with a 3-layer fabric body and OMNIRED infrared technology. In controlled lab thermal testing, ExoWear slows thermal loss by 36% at 1ATM of pressure compared with diving in a swimsuit and rash guard alone.

Who it is for

These shorts suit the diver who wants warmth and coverage without adding bulk, and the paddler, kayaker or stand up paddle boarder who needs stretch and thermal protection in and around the water. The garment is neutrally buoyant, providing exposure protection and thermal protection. Pair the shorts with the ExoWear Top or ExoWear Vest when you want additional protection.

Key details

2mm ELASTEK full-stretch neoprene waist and leg bands for comfort and sealing.
3-Layer Fabric Technology: outer layer, membrane and inner layer that are water repellant, windproof, breathable, quick-drying, wicking and anti-microbial.
OMNIRED infrared technology uses thermo-reactive minerals woven into the fabric to convert body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back to the body.
4-way stretch for more elasticity and breathability than 2-way stretch, with flat seam stitching throughout.
High-cut waist and a sewn-in molded closure with embossed grip pattern keep the shorts in place.
Color: Black. Sizes S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL. Manufacturer SKU 017104.

Compatibility and sizing

Offered in seven men's sizes from Small through 3X-Large in black. The shorts are designed to layer with the ExoWear Top or ExoWear Vest, so you can build coverage for the conditions you dive.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Bare dealer and a real dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call or chat with us at 888-701-4017 if you want help choosing a size or confirming how these layer with your current suit.

⚠️ 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

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.

How much warmer are Bare ExoWear shorts?

Bare states that ExoWear slows thermal loss by 36% at 1ATM of pressure compared with diving in a swimsuit and rash guard alone, based on controlled lab thermal testing. The warmth comes from the 3-layer fabric and OMNIRED infrared technology, which converts outbound body heat into infrared energy and reflects it back to the body; the 2mm ELASTEK bands add comfort and sealing.

What is OMNIRED infrared technology?

OMNIRED is Bare's thermal fabric technology. Thermo-reactive minerals are woven directly into the ExoWear fabric, where they convert body heat that would otherwise escape into infrared energy and reflect it back toward the body.

Can I layer the ExoWear shorts with other pieces?

ExoWear is designed as a layering system, so these shorts can be paired with the Bare ExoWear Top or ExoWear Vest for more coverage.

What sizes and colors are available?

The Bare ExoWear Men's High-Cut Shorts come in seven sizes: S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL, all in black. The high-cut waist with 2mm ELASTEK full-stretch neoprene bands and the sewn-in molded closure with embossed grip pattern help hold the fit in place. Contact DiveCatalog at 888-701-4017 if you want help picking between two sizes.

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Tried Exowear on a Key Largo trip.

I decided to give BARE exowear a try on a trip to Key Largo. The water temp was about 85 degrees-- wow, that's a swimming pool- and a rash guard was all that was required, but I do tend to get cold after multiple dives, and I wasn't sure about thermoclines, so the extra layer of protection seemed prudent. I also like a little protection from gear webbing and inadvertent scrapes against rocks, coral, boat ladders etc. The shorts and vest combo was perfect. Minimal, if any effect on buoyancy, much more comfortable diving and between dives than a wetsuit. I forgot I had it on, and diving in that warm, clear water was amazing. It's also easy to rinse, hang to dry, and pack. Too soon to tell, but the stuff seems durable. I do wish BARE offered a pocket option for the shorts- not huge tech-type pockets, but something moderately sized- hold a reel /DSMB, or extra flashlight, small slate, etc. That would give them SIX stars!

Brand	BARE
Model	ExoWear High-Cut Shorts, Men's
Manufacturer SKU	017104
Thickness	2 mm (ELASTEK waist and leg bands)
Fit	Men's, high cut
Sizes	S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Color	Black
Construction	3-layer fabric with 4-way stretch and 3D pattern
Fabric properties	Water repellant, windproof, breathable, quick-drying, wicking, anti-microbial
Thermal technology	OMNIRED infrared technology
Thermal performance	Slows thermal loss by 36% at 1ATM (lab tested)
Seams	Flat seam stitching
Closure	Sewn-in molded closure with embossed grip pattern
Buoyancy	Neutrally buoyant exposure protection
Layering	Compatible with ExoWear Top and ExoWear Vest
Intended use	Scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding
Packaging	Cardboard box