Bare 5mm Elastek Full-Stretch Neoprene Wet Hood
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Bare 5mm Elastek Full-Stretch Neoprene Wet Hood - M (Medium) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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| YOUR SIZE | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOREHEAD | 21 in | 21.5 in | 22.5 in | 23.5 in | 24 in | 24.5 in |
| NECK | 13 in | 14 in | 15 in | 16 in | 17 in | 18 in |
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Description
Description
The Bare 5mm ELASTEK Full-Stretch Neoprene Wet Hood is a high-performance piece of scuba diving gear designed for comfort and warmth during underwater exploration. Made with 5mm ELASTEK full-stretch neoprene, it offers easy entry and a snug, flexible fit for divers of all levels.
Its exterior seams use SEAMTEK tape and the SEALTEK ring seal system helps minimize water penetration when used with a wetsuit or drysuit. A 3mm ELASTEK/GLIDESKIN-In trimmable face and neck seal glides over hair, while a vented design permits trapped air to escape. The hood neck seal mates with wetsuit collars, a mask strap grip pad secures the mask, and SECURE-LOCK construction—double glued and blind stitched—reduces flushing to keep you warmer and diving longer.
Features
Features
- 5mm ELASTEK full-stretch neoprene for maximum flexibility and comfort during scuba diving and underwater activities
- SEAMTEK exterior seam protection reduces water penetration at the seams, helping keep your head warm and dry
- SEALTEK ring seal system provides maximum water sealant performance when used with wetsuits or drysuits
- Vent design allows trapped air to escape
- Hood neck seal mates with wetsuit collar for a secure, comfortable seal
- Mask strap grip pad on the back of the hood secures your mask strap in place
- Double glued and blind stitched with SECURE-LOCK construction improves isolation and reduces flushing
Specifications
Specifications
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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.
