One of the great frontrunners when it comes to neoprene equipment is O'Neill. O'Neill was created by Jack O'Neill back in 1952, and year after year the brand has innovated the way neoprene water sports gear is developed and used. O'Neill's 2019 neoprene gear season is upon us, and once again there are some incredible features and designs in the collection that you should look out for if you're looking to spruce up your gear.
We have found 3 neoprene wetsuits that will be among the top in the coming season. What characterizes all 3 is that they don't focus on hot summer days, but rather the whole season and the changing weather conditions we now often see in Denmark.
NOTE: As this is an older blog post, we can no longer guarantee that the products can be found on the website or are in stock
EPIC 4/3 BACK ZIP
Epic comes in 100 percent UltraFlex neoprene. UltraFlex is characterized by being a super soft material that still has enormous stretch and flexibility. The suit has a double seal at the neck and comes with the well-known backzip entry system and black-out zipper, which keeps more water out than regular ones. The wetsuit is 4/3 mm in thickness, making it a great choice for an all-round neoprene suit that can be worn most of the season along the Danish coasts. Epic 4/3 Back zip is a great choice for a wetsuit that can compete with the best without compromising on price.
Features:
- Back zipper
- Double sealed neck
- Key pocket
Construction:
- UltraFlex neoprene
- FluidFlex firewall
- GBS stitching
- Krypto Knee Padz
HYPERFREAK F.U.Z.E. 5/4
HYPERFREAK is built on O'Neill's combination of TechnoButter 3 and TechnoButter 3X material. Developed by O'Neill, the material is 100 percent designed for maximum durability, comfort (softness), warmth and flexibility. The suit's seal is designed with O'Neill's Flexloc stitching, which is a combination of a durable bonding and sewing that ensures that the suit will not leak if a thread should break. The entry system is O'Neill's exclusive F.U.Z.E. system. Also known as 'Front Upper Zip Entry', the system opens around the shoulder and neck. A fresh alternative to the traditional back zip. HYPERFREAK F.U.Z.E. is slightly warmer than Epic 4/3 and is sublimely suited to Danish conditions and the water sports athlete who is in the water all season.
HYPERFREAK 3-LAYER DESIGN
TechnoButter 3X - outer layer
TechnoButter 3X gives the outer layer great flexibility, dryness and durability. The layer is designed for a sublime fit to the body.
Foam rubber core
The neoprene foam rubber core is designed for a fast drying effect and a high insulation factor.
TechnoButter 3X - inner layer
The inner layer is designed with a focus on providing a sublime fit, which is designed to sit tight with TechnoButter 3X neoprene.
Features:
- F.U.Z.E. Closure system
- Double Seal Collar
- Water outlet holes
Construction:
- TechnoButter 3 upper body and lower body
- Technobutter 3X shoulders and arms
- GBS stitching
PSYCHO ONE Z.E.N. ZIP 5/4
Psycho One is very much a high performance suit for water sports. It is designed with TechnoButter 3 neoprene, which ensures incredible warmth and comfort. The designers have used a minimal number of seams for extra durability and mobility. Psycho One is sealed with an 8 mm silicone based urethane. The urethane is applied outside the bonding and provides a complete blockage of water penetration without compromising the suit's flexibility. O'Neill has made the suit extra special with their patented and well-known 'Z.E.N.' Entry system. The unique thing about Z.E.N. is that the outer zipper hangs freely and is not attached to the back of the suit, so the feeling of being locked inside a wetsuit is gone. Furthermore, the suit is designed with an internal seal with outlet holes, so if any water does get in, it won't be for long.
PSYCHO ONE 3-LAYER DESIGN
TechnoButter 3 - outer layer
The outer layer is designed with TechnoButter 3, which provides great flexibility, dryness and durability.
Foam rubber core
The neoprene foam rubber core is designed towards a quick drying effect and a high insulation factor.
TechnoButter 3X - inner layer
The inner layer is designed with a focus on providing a sublime fit, which is designed to sit tight with TechnoButter 3X neoprene.
Features:
- Z.E.N. Zip Closure
- Double Seal Collar
- Anti-Flush barriers
Construction:
- TechnoButter 3
- 8mm silicone seal with stitching
FAQ
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1. back zip is the classic back zipper that makes it quick and easy to get in and out of the wetsuit.
2. f.u.z.e. closure is the system that closes around the neck and shoulders. Designed with outlet holes should the suit absorb too much water.
3.Z.e.n. zip closure provides an extra seal for the back zipper. Designed with outlet holes should the suit absorb too much water.
4.Techobutter 3 is O'Neill's premium neoprene with maximum flexibility and comfort. Technobutter 3 is built to last.
5. Technobutter 3x is O'Neill's further development of Technobutter 3. The material comes with high flexibility and lightness for an unrivaled fit.
6.GBS seams are an extra seal for the seams in the wetsuit. The seams only go halfway through the neoprene and therefore do not create unnecessary holes for water to find its way through.
7. fluidflex firewall an inner layer that is wind and waterproof.
8. Krypto knee padz are designed with an extended knee pad in a material that is abrasion resistant and high-stretch for increased durability.
9.Ultra flex is extremely soft and provides a superior feeling of flexibility in the neoprene.
