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Wetsuits & Drysuits | Kite/ Wing/ Foil

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Mystic Star Hoodie Features of the Mystic Star Hoodie 2mm  Wind and water resistant Adjustable Hood with water drain Elastic waist strap Spreaderbar hole
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Saint Jacques Venturi Neoprene Jacket 2mm This neoprene jacket has been developed with the French Kitesurf Federation (FFVL), for kitesurfing instructors.Soft and very comfortable, it slips directl...
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Ion Neo Cruise Jacket The Neo Cruise Jacket is made for cold and windy days on or off the water. Serving as an additional wind-stopping outer layer and for extra warmth, the neoprene jacket can be ...
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Mystic Vortex Jacket When the cold hits, we count on layers to stay warm. In between sessions, wear the Vortex over your wetsuit. This neoprene jacket has multiple pockets for storage, an adjustabl...
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Ion Neo Hoody Lite - Women Light wind-protection with ergonomic hood Colors: Pink Gradient Materials: 80% Neoprene / 20% Nylon  ION's Neo Hoody Lite Women is for cold and windy days on or off the w...
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Saint Jacques Noe Long Sleeve Neoprene Top 2mm Completing the Noé range, the Noé Blue line is now available in a version with only 2 prints on the wrists and an embroidered pectoral logo. Easy to s...
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Ion Women's Long Sleeve Neo Top 2/2 ION Neo tops are a must-have for every watersports nut hitting the sea or surf in milder climates. Although mainly used in warmer waters to keep the sun and wind...
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Size XL Ion Wetshirt Hood LS Fast-drying & UV-protection, sustainable materials ION's Neo Top 2/2 SS for men has a more detailed and technical construction than standard rashguards, providing 1...

Wetsuits & Drysuits | Kiteboarding/Wing Foiling / Foiling

Wetsuits and drysuits are critical pieces of equipment designed to protect individuals in water environments, each with a fascinating technological evolution. Invented in the early 1950s by Hugh Bradner, wetsuits work on a unique principle of trapping a thin water layer between the suit and skin, which is then warmed by body heat to provide insulation. The suits have progressed dramatically over decades, starting with separate neoprene jackets in the 1960s and evolving to sophisticated "one piece" designs with advanced materials like polyurethane and "super stretch" fabrics. Wetsuits are separated into two big categories : Winter Suits and Spring Suits.

Drysuits, which predate wetsuits and were initially used by military divers, take a different approach by keeping the wearer completely dry. Unlike wetsuits, they create a watertight seal and are typically made from materials like vulcanized rubber or heavy-duty waterproof fabrics.

Both types of suits represent remarkable technological achievements, driven by the ongoing need to enhance performance, comfort, and protection for various water activities and conditions ranging from kitesurfing to diving for military operations. Modern versions feature improved sealing techniques, flexible materials, and specialized closure systems that make them more effective and comfortable than their early predecessors.

Do you have questions about which wetsuit is right for you? Read our blog :  Complete Comparison Guide 2024: Spring Suit VS Steamer (full suit)

 

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