| 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 |
You May Need These
Description
Description
The Bare 5mm Ultrawarmth Wet Hood adds essential insulation for scuba and diving in cooler waters. It uses a high-loft OMNIRED Infrared Thermal Technology inside the fabric, clinically shown to conserve body heat and accelerate thermal recovery. The 5mm thickness provides reliable warmth in underwater conditions while remaining comfortable under gear setups.
Designed for practical performance, the hood pairs with drysuit or wetsuit equipment, featuring a hood neck seal that mates with drysuit seals or wetsuit collars for minimal water intrusion. The GEN2 hood vent allows trapped air to escape without letting water enter, helping maintain warmth during dives. A mask strap grip pad at the back secures the mask strap in place during underwater exploration.
Durable construction supports repeated dives with a focus on isolation and warmth. The hood is double-glued and blindstitched with SECURELOCK construction to reduce flushing and improve thermal efficiency for longer, more comfortable dives in scuba gear.
Features
Features
- High-loft OMNIRED inner fabric with ELASTEK full-stretch outer fabric
- ELASTEK/GLIDESKIN-IN trimmable face and neck glides nicely over hair
- Hood neck seal mates with drysuit seal / wetsuit collar
- GEN2 hood vent allows trapped air to escape without letting water enter
- Mask strap grip pad on the back of the hood secures mask strap in place
- Double-glued and blindstitched with SECURELOCK construction improves isolation and reduces flushing for warmer, longer dives
Payment & Security
Payment methods
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
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.
