Waterproof H2 5/10mm High Visibility Venting Hood
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Waterproof H2 5/10mm High Visibility Venting Hood - M (Medium) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Waterproof H2 5/10mm High Visibility Venting Hood - M (Medium) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
The Waterproof H2 5/10mm High Visibility Hood is designed for scuba and diving in demanding conditions. Its high-visibility orange surface paired with reflective patches enhances visibility in choppy seas and low-light environments, while a snug, comfortable fit supports long sessions in cold water.
Built to endure harsh marine conditions, this hood combines warmth, flexibility, and durability with a focus on practical performance for scuba gear. Key technologies and materials help maintain comfort, manage moisture, and support reliable protection during dives.
Features
Features
- 3D Shapes: Engineered for a precise fit, our hood conforms to the head for maximum comfort and mobility during scuba and diving adventures.
- 100% Microcell Limestone CR Neoprene: Premium neoprene delivers superior flexibility, insulation, and durability for in-water performance across environments.
- Polar Evo: Part of the exclusive Polar Evo series, designed to enhance protection and performance in extreme cold conditions.
- Glideskin Seal: Secure, watertight seals at the neck and face minimize water entry and maintain comfort throughout the dive.
- HAVS System: Hood Air Venting System with one-way valves vents trapped air, helping prevent buoyancy shifts and improving comfort while underwater.
- Super-stretch Nylon: Highly flexible fabric allows for effortless movement underwater, ensuring a snug, adaptive fit for scuba gear use.
- Bonded High Quality Nylon Thread: Durable stitching built to withstand the rigors of repeated dives in challenging marine environments.
- Reflective Patches: Increased visibility in low-light or murky water to support safety during diving excursions.
- Extend Lining: Additional warmth and comfort with extended lining that helps reduce heat loss in critical areas.
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.
