MATERIAL GUIDE
HIGH FLEX MATERIAL
How is a wetsuit constructed and what makes NeilPryde’s selection of materials extra flexible?
When selecting suitable materials for the construction of a wetsuit, three factors in particular and their interactions with each other play a major role. Not every neoprene is suitable for every purpose and the choice of inner lining and outer lining can support or even negate the advantages (such as good flex) of the base material. It is also important to find the perfect balance between maximum warmth and effective heat retention. Which is also tailored to the positioning of the respective suit model. The same principle applies when selecting the actual neoprene material in terms of flexibility. Careful consideration of these factors ensures not only the right choice of material, but also optimum performance and comfort for each suit.
The result – a product perfectly tailored to your needs, with exactly the harmony between warmth and flex you need, will ultimately extend your time on the water because you don’t freeze and the superior flex of your suit means you tire less quickly.
LAYER 1 – OUTER LINING
As the outermost layer, the oute rlining is exposed directly to the elements, UV-resistance, abrasion resistance and the ability to repel water play an important role. As the outer liner is directly bonded to the actual neoprene, the flex and stretch behavior of this layer also influences the flex of the entire suit. For us wind-dependent water sports enthusiasts, the thermal performance of the suit also depends largely on the ability of the material to repel or absorb water (wind chill effect). Last but not least, this is of course also the most visible layer and in addition to the “performance factors”, look and feel play an important role in choosing the right material.
LAYER 2 – NEOPRENE
In simple terms, the actual neoprene material is a type of rubber compound that is foamed and “baked” during the manufacturing process. Millions of tiny gas bubbles introduced into the material during the foaming process have a decisive influence on the thermal insulation characteristics and the hardness or softness (flex) of the material. A number of different quality levels are distinguished, with the higher qualities representing an ever-improving combination of durability, warmth and flexibility.
At NeilPryde, we only choose between the two highest quality levels, depending on the requirements, and for the last two years have also been equipping the suits in our more affordable price categories (e.g. Rise) with these very high-quality and expensive neoprene materials (e.g. Yamamoto #40, Sheico Limestone).
LAYER 3 – INNER LINING
In addition to its function as a protective shield for the more sensitive neoprene, the inner lining primarily fulfills the requirements for thermal insulation. Thicker, fluffier linings store air and water in the suit, which are warmed by the body, keeping the temperature comfortable and increasing insulation. However, they often have the disadvantage of being less flexible. In general, there are three different types of thermal inner lamination, each of which has different quality levels. This means that even if it is visually almost indistinguishable, an inner lamination can be very flexible or very stiff. At NeilPryde, we have been using only the highest quality (and flex) level for 2 years. This makes our Rise suits, for example, probably the most flexible suits on the market in this price category, despite continuous thermal lamination from the chest to the knees.
FLEX
Hardly any other characteristic describes the development of modern wetsuits any better. Whoever has been on the water with our latest generation wetsuits and has experienced how much power and mobility stiffer wetsuits can take away will never be able to go back. Thanks to the use of the latest and highest quality materials, this improvement is achieved without sacrificing durability or thermal insulation.
STRETCH
Highly stretchable and lightweight, conforming precisely at the intended moment and location.
NEW INNERLINING
Fireline Pro & Fireline Light
The innovative NeilPryde Inner linings Fireline Pro and Fireline Lite stand out for their looped construction, where the loops are not interconnected. This unique design ensures that the material doesn’t hinder flexibility by avoiding mutual blockage during stretching. The result is a comfortable flex that enhances the overall performance and comfort of the product. NeilPryde’s commitment to advanced materials and thoughtful design shines through, providing users with a cutting-edge experience that optimizes freedom of movement and comfort during use.
Available in Wizard, Rise & Spark
WIZARD
YOUR 2ND SKIN FEELING: The Wizard is your ultimate performance suit, designed for high-action comfort. It’s crafted with the stretchiest inner and outer linings, advanced thermal insulation, and the softest Limestone neoprene. We prioritize performance on the water, because we know that your gear should never limit your performance. The Wizard excels in flexibility, comfort, and wearability. It combines a stretchy outer lamination with the market ‘s most flexible inner lining and Sheico‘s softest Limestone neoprene throughout the body. We ‘ve integrated Fireline Pro lining in key areas for superior thermal protection and maximum elasticity. While it focuses less on heat compared to the Mission, it ‘s by far the most flexible suit in our range.
The Wizard 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Front Zip is a very popular model featuring a convenient Quick Zip system for easy accessibility.
The Wizard 4/3 Fullsuit GBS Front Zip is a very popular model featuring a convenient Quick Zip system for easy accessibility. This material thickness is ideal for still cold transition seasons.
The Wizard 3/3 Shorty L/S is your summer version of our most flexible wetsuit range. Featuring a Front Zip featuring a very convenient Quick Zip system for easy accessibility.
STORM
WOMAN THE HEAT YOU NEED
The Storm is the most technical women ‘s suit in our range and has been reintroduced due to popular demand. The female equivalent of the Combat is designed to battle the iciest, coldest, and toughest conditions on the planet, it ‘s crafted from top-tier materials, featuring G3 ArmorSkin, Yamamoto Limestone Neoprene, and Tech Zag thermal insulation. This suit repels water, eliminating wind chill completely, and is highly durable. Unlike traditional mesh suits, our G3 Armor Skin is resistant to tears and damage from pinches, nails, stones, or even rough surfaces. The soft Tech Zag inner lining and taped seams provide additional thermal insulation. The Storm is your ultimate winter suit, guaranteeing maximum warmth and protection.
The Storm 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip features our E3 Entry System which allows for easier entry and more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
SPARK
EVERYBODY‘S DARLING
The Spark has always been one of the most successful and best-selling female NeilPryde suits. Known for its exceptional flexibility and insulation in its price category. This generation of everybody‘s darling features optimized materials and fresh colour looks. We‘ve upgraded comfort with super-soft neoprene throughout, replaced the mesh panel with double-lined material, and extended internal thermal insulation to cover the entire upper body, even in our summer shorties. This means greater flexibility, supreme comfort, and top-tier thermal protection. The Spark outperforms its price class, giving you a wetsuit that meets high standards without breaking the bank.
The Spark 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
The Spark 3/2 Steamer L/S FL back zip comes with our The half length arm and fullleg length are ideal for spring and summer or even autumn sessions if you are warmblooded.
The Spark 2/2 Shorty S/S FL comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version. Featuring short legs and sleeves, it‘s a great option for hotter months and warmer waters.
The Spark 2/2 Spring Low Cut BZ fits in between our shorty and bikini cut and comes with a short cut in the leg area. Our E3 Entry system allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version. It is a very stylish model for hot summer months.
RISE
Everybody’s darling
The Rise has always been one of the most successful and best-selling NeilPryde suits. Known for its exceptional flexibility and insulation in its price category, the latest generation of the Rise introduces optimized materials, new models, fresh colors, and rip tech fabric for added protection and tear resistance – ideal for the growing popularity of wing and wind-foiling sports. We ‘ve upgraded comfort with super-soft neoprene throughout, replaced the mesh panel with double-lined material, and extended internal thermal insulation to cover the entire upper body, even in our summer shorties. This means greater flexibility, supreme comfort, and top-tier thermal protection. The Rise outperforms its price class, giving you a wetsuit that meets high standards without breaking the bank.
Our most popular wetsuit range is offered in a hooded version to fight the freezing temperatures that little bit more. Protect the head, ears and face which are the most vulnerable parts with the extra warmth of our Inner Lining Hood.
The Rise 5/4 Fullsuit GBS in Front Zip is a very popular model featuring our convenient Quick Zip system for easy accessibility.
The Rise 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
The Rise 4/3 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
The Rise 3/2 Fullsuit GBS Front Zip is a very popular model featuring our convenient Quick Zip system for quick changing and easy accessibility. This thickness is ideal for colder end of summer or warmer autumn days.
The Rise 3/2 Steamer S/S FL Back Zip features a zipper on the back and amore roomy fit than the front zip version. The half length arm and full leg length are ideal for spring and summer or even autumn sessions if you are warm blooded.
The Rise 3/2 Overknee S/S FL Back Zip features our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version. This leg length which extends below your knees is ideal for warmer waters but cooling wind. The Amortex Light kneepads will protect your knee area.
The Rise 2/2 Shorty S/S FL Back Zip comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the frontzip version. Featuring short legs and sleeves, it‘s a great option for hotter months and warmer waters.
The Rise 2/2 Shorty S/S FL FZ is a very popular model featuring our convenient Quick Zip system for quick changing and easy accessibility. Featuring short legs and sleeves, it ‘s a great option for hotter month sand warmer waters.
NEXUS WOMEN
THE ACCESS TO FLEXIBILITY
We wanted an affordable, high flex suit. Up to now this was hardly possible. But the Nexus is the first suit that combines both and brings fresh breeze into the entry-level price range. A very soft neoprene is used all over the body. High thermal insulation is guaranteed by the mesh panel in breast and back panel area. All other standard NP features such as E3 system, leg straps and perfect fit are also included.
The Nexus 5/4 Fullsuit FL Back Zip features zipper on the back and a roomier fit then any front zip.
The Nexus 3/2 Fullsuit FL Back Zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy it than any front zip. This thickness is ideal for colder end of summer or warmer autumn days.
The Nexus 3/2 Steamer S/S FL back zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fit than the front zip version. The half-length arm and full leg length are ideal for spring and summer or even autumn sessions if you are warm blooded.
The Nexus 2/2 Shorty FL back zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fit then any front zip. Featuring short legs and sleeves, it‘s a great option for hot summer months and warmer waters.
NEXUS MEN
THE ACCESS TO FLEXIBILITY
We wanted an affordable, high flex suit. Up to now this was hardly possible. But the Nexus is the first suit that combines both and brings fresh breeze into the entry-level price range. A very soft neoprene is used all over the body. High thermal insulation is guaranteed by the mesh panel in breast and back panel area. All other standard NP features such as E3 system, leg straps and perfect fit are also included.
The Nexus 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip features zipper on the back and a more roomy fit then any front zip.
The Nexus 3/2 Fullsuit FL Back Zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fit than any front zip. This thickness is ideal for colder end of summer or warmer autumn days.
The Nexus 3/2 Steamer S/S FL Back Zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fit than the front zip version. The half length arm and full leg length are ideal for spring and summer or even autumn sessions if you are warm blooded.
The Nexus 2/2 Shorty FL Front Zip is equipped with a convenient Quick Zip systemfor quick changing and easy accessibility. Featuring short legs and sleeves, it‘s agreat option for hot summer months and warmer waters.
MISSION
Classic meets new school: The Mission strikes a perfect balance between warmth and flexibility. Designed for versatility, it prioritizes flex in the arms and legs, where freedom of movement is most necessary, and warmth in the core. This wetsuit combines our most intelligent construction techniques with state- of-the-art materials. It uses Sheico Limestone neoprene and our innovative combination of thermal insulation materials to improve flexibility by about 15% compared to previous models. Thermal insulation is achieved through Apex Mesh outer lamination, welded GBS seams, and Hotcell 3GN insulation from the shoulders to the knees, which drains water and sweat for quicker drying and better thermal performance. The hooded version adds extra protection in extremely cold conditions for the head, ears, and face.
The hooded version of our Mission adds extra protection in extremely cold conditions for the head, ears, and face.
The Mission 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Front Zip is a very popular model coming with a convenient Quick Zip system for easy changing.
The Mission 5/4 Full suit GBS Back Zip comes with our E3 Entry system which allows for easier entry and a more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
DOLPHIN
FOR THE PRO RIPPERS OF TOMORROW
The Dolphin is our suit for young rippers who want to stand out on the water. Thanks to its fresh style, our youngsters will shine bright on the water, not only in terms of safety and performance but also in style. This wetsuit is ideal for the young generation because it ‘s warm only when and where necessary but does not heat up when not needed thanks to the Fire Line Inner Lining and Apex Light material. The Dolphin offers comfort, durability and the same brand aesthetic and feel as our top-of-the-line models at a very affordable price. Furthermore, it has a number of important features such as our E3 entry system that prevents water from entering through the back of the suit. The Dolphin is the kick-off for the pro carreer of tomorrow.
The Dolphin 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip features our E3 Entry System on the back and amore roomy fit than any front zip version.
The Dolphin 3/2 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fit than any front zip version. This thickness is ideal for colder end of summer or warmer autumn days.
The Dolphin 3/2 Shorty S/S Back Zip features a zipper on the back and a more roomy fitthan any front zip version.This thickness is ideal for warmer summer days.
COMBAT
THE HEAT YOU NEED
The Combat is the most technical suit in our range and the flagship of NeilPryde’s long wetsuit history. Designed to battle the iciest, coldest and toughest condition son the planet, it‘s crafted from top-tier materials, featuring G3 Armor Skin, Yamamoto Limestone Neoprene, and Tech Zag thermal insulation. This suit repels water, eliminating wind chill completely, and is highly durable. Unlike traditional mesh suits, our G3 Armor Skin is resistant to tears and damage from pinches, nails, stones, or even rough surfaces. The soft Tech Zag inner lining and taped seams provide additional thermal insulation. The Combat is your ultimate winter suit, guaranteeing maximum warmth and protection. Fight freezing temperatures that little bit more with our Combat 6/5 FZ with integrated Hood.
Protect the head, ears and face which are the most vulnerable parts with the extra warmth of our Hotcell Hood.
The Combat 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Front Zip is one of our most popular models with our convenient Quick Zip system for easy changing.
The Combat 5/4 Fullsuit GBS Back Zip features our E3 Entry System which allows for easier entry and more comfortable fit than the front zip version.
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