Women’s open water swimming neoprene wetsuit - OWS 500 2/2 black turquoise
This open water swimming suit is made entirely from glideskin neoprene for optimal glide in the water! 2.5 mm thick over the chest and legs and 2 mm over the arms.
ID 8577308
- 2-year warranty
- 365 days to return for members
freedom of movementTurn your shoulders freely thanks to the 2 mm neoprene on the arms
easy dressingThe back zip and super-stretchy component make it easy to put on.- Recommendations for use:To prevent chafing around the neck and other areas liable to friction, apply Vaseline or a mixture of 50% Vaseline and 50% lanolin.
- Fitting advice:The Glide-Skin component used in this wetsuit is very flexible and stretchy, but also more fragile. When putting it on, do not use your fingernails and do not pull too hard. Put your arms and legs in gradually.
- ComponentArms: 2 mm GLIDE SKIN neoprene Chest, back and legs: 2.5 mm GLIDE SKIN neoprene FLATLOCK seams: not waterproof
- What are the different types of neoprene: standard and glideskin?Neoprene is made up of 3 layers: - Inner layer: mesh. - Middle layer: foam. - Outer layer: standard or glideskin fabric. Standard neoprene has a woven fabric outer layer. This material is very tough but soaks up water and is more difficult to repair. Glideskin neoprene has a polymer outer layer. This has the benefit of being more hydrodynamic and also waterproof. It is more fragile but is easily repaired with neoprene glue.
- What is the difference between a surfing wetsuit and an open water swimming wetsuit?Surfing wetsuits are made from standard neoprene, with a woven fabric outer layer. This material is very tough but soaks up water. It is suitable for surfing. Open water swimming wetsuits are made partly or entirely from glideskin neoprene. This waterproof material is more hydrodynamic. It is also more fragile. Open water swimming wetsuits are therefore strictly designed for the practice of swimming
- I feel the muscular effort differently when wearing a neoprene wetsuit. Is this normal?If you’re enjoying your first open-water sessions with a wetsuit, it’s completely normal to feel it more or differently in your muscles. This is because the sleeves offer added flotation for your arms, and so you have to use “extra” strength to plunge your arm into the water. This sensation will ease off and disappear after a few sessions.
- Why is it so difficult to get into a wetsuit?Getting into a neoprene wetsuit may seem like mission impossible, especially for those who have never used one. Neoprene wetsuits need to be a tight fit, as this is what prevents water from getting in. If the wetsuit is too big, swimmers will be more exposed to the cold, as well as to skin irritation as the wetsuit will move over the course of their session.
Features
Design benefits
Design details
Specifications
Details
| level of practice | intermediate |
| water temperature | temperate water |
| neck type | crew neck |
| type of opening/closing | zip |
| zip type | non waterproof zip, back zip, full zip |
| neoprene thickness | 2 mm, 2.5 mm |
| main material | neoprene |
| style | printed, plain |
| number of pockets | pocket less |
| with pocket | |
| airtight/waterproof | not waterproof |
| type of length | long |
| condition | new |
| reinforced area | without reinforced area |
| sleeves length | long sleeves |
| anti-uv | non anti-uv |
| pattern | graphic |
| sleeve finishing | without finishing |
| stitching type | FLAT |
| balaclava | without balaclava |
| suit | integral |
Composition
Foam: 100.0% Rubber |
Main fabric - Outer layer: 100.0% Polyurethane |
Main fabric - Inner layer: 14.0% Elastane, 86.0% Polyamide |
Usage & care
Environmental impact
Ecodesign approach
Analysing the product's environmental footprint enabled us to identify the most impactful stages of its life cycle. Thanks to this approach, our design teams were able to develop this product while significantly reducing its environmental impact.More about our approach
Designed to reduce environmental impact
Product made with a CO2eq reduction of 18% compared to the previous or similar productOur design teams are working to develop processes that will reduce the impact of a product, while preserving its technical characteristics. This reduction relates to the following indicators: climate change, air pollution, water pollution and resource depletion.
