Bare 5mm Velocity Ultra Mens Full Wetsuit, Omnired

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 5mm Velocity Ultra Full-Stretch Mens Scuba Diving Wetsuit is a men's full wetsuit built with Omnired Infrared Technology in the torso and Progressive Full-Stretch (PFS) neoprene construction, designed for recreational scuba diving and water sports in cool to temperate water.

Who it is for

This wetsuit suits divers who want warmth without sacrificing mobility for longer, more comfortable dives. The flatseam construction and BARE-FIT ergonomic shaping are intended to support active underwater movement, while the torso's Omnired lining converts body heat into infrared energy to increase circulation during extended sessions in cool to temperate water.

Key details

5mm to 6mm neoprene with Omnired Infrared Technology in the torso
Progressive Full-Stretch (PFS) neoprene construction with flatseam stitching throughout
2mm Glideskin collar with 360 degree Velcro adjustment to reduce flushing
SUIT SAVER collar protection to help prevent snags during donning and doffing
Seamless underarms for comfort when worn alone, layered, or with a BCD
PROTEKT knee protection for abrasion and wear resistance
Heavy-duty ankle zippers for easier entry and exit
Rolled Glideskin wrist and ankle seals with fused-cut finished edges
2-year warranty

Compatibility and sizing

This wetsuit is offered in Black and Blue, in sizes ranging from Small to 3X-Large, including Medium Large, Medium Tall, Large Short, Large Tall, Medium Large Short, Medium Large Tall, and X-Large Short fits so divers can dial in torso and limb length separately from overall size.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Bare dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California, open since 2003. Call or chat with us if you have questions about sizing, fit, or compatibility with your current gear.

⚠️ 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

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.

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.

What does Omnired Infrared Technology do in this wetsuit?

Omnired Infrared Technology is in the torso lining and converts body heat into infrared energy to increase circulation, supporting warmth on longer dives. It works alongside the 5mm to 6mm Progressive Full-Stretch neoprene rather than replacing it, so overall warmth still depends on total thickness, fit, and added layers like a hood or gloves.

What colors and sizes does the Bare 5mm Velocity Ultra come in?

This wetsuit is available in Black and Blue, in sizes from Small to 3X-Large. It also comes in Medium Large, Medium Tall, Large Short, Large Tall, Medium Large Short, Medium Large Tall, and X-Large Short fits for divers who need a different torso or limb length than a standard size offers.

Can the Bare 5mm Velocity Ultra be worn under a BCD?

Yes. The suit uses seamless underarm construction, which is designed for comfort whether it is worn alone, layered with another piece, or underneath a BCD harness. This reduces chafing and bulk at the shoulders and underarms during normal BCD wear.

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Perfect 5mm Semidry.

The Neopren is super strechy and keep me warm, also in Lakes if you have 13 degree for a short time.

The Suite is easy to put on with the special inner structure or coating.

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Perfect 5mm Semidry.

The Neopren is super strechy and keep me warm, also in Lakes if you have 13 degree for a short time.

The Suite is easy to put on with the special inner structure or coating.

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Thickness	5mm to 6mm
Material	Omnired Infrared Technology in torso; Progressive Full-Stretch neoprene throughout
Construction	Flatseam; Progressive Full-Stretch (PFS) design with BARE-FIT ergonomic shaping
Collar	2mm Glideskin with 360 degree Velcro adjustment
Collar protection	SUIT SAVER to help prevent snags during donning and doffing
Seals	Rolled Glideskin wrist and ankle seals, fused-cut finished edges
Knee protection	PROTEKT abrasion and wear resistance
Underarms	Seamless for comfort worn alone or with a BCD
Zippers	Heavy-duty ankle zippers
Use	Recreational scuba diving and water sports
Warranty	2-year warranty
Colors	Black, Blue
Sizes	S, M, ML, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, MLS, MLT, MT, LS, LT, XLS

Bare 5mm Velocity Ultra Full-Stretch Mens Scuba Diving Wetsuit

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