Men's Proteus II 3mm Tauchanzug

€489,00 EUR

"The PROTEUS II is very flexible, but if in-between sizes, it's better to size up. The HYDROLOCK neck system works amazingly, but it is tight on your neck. I would compare it to a dry-suit neck."
Description

 

Advanced Wetsuit Technology

Combining super thermal Hexcore lining with an innovative double-neck seal, the Proteus II is our highest performing wetsuit and the choice of many dive professionals around the world

The 3mm suit is probably the only 3mm in the world to feature such advanced features, allowing it to perform more like other 5mm suits with greater flexibility, and less buoyancy. We recommend water temperatures of 23C (73F) and warmer, but we know of many divers who take it into much cooler waters. To get more out of any wetsuit in colder waters, combine it with a Thermocline vest and shorts underneath and use a hood (3mm or 5mm).

 

The Proteus II is the highest performing wetsuit on the market. Available in 3mm and 5mm, the Proteus II is often the benchmark to which other suits are compared in terms of warmth.

By combining the now famous Hydrolock inner neck seal and Glideskin wrist seals, water ingress is minimised. Seams are double glued, blind stitched and taped to provide outstanding thermal protection throughout the dive. Additional Hexcore linings on the body core provide enhanced thermal performance where it is most needed for prolonged water exposure.

Features & Fitting

Collapsible tab contentImproved fit and thermal performance
Hexcore thermal lining on torso
Thermoflex thermal lining throughout rest of suit
Taped, waterproof seams
Hydrolock neck seal system
Internal PU ankle seals
Glideskin wrist seals
Ultra stretch knee pads

Fit:
Slightly closer fit than our usual suits, especially around seals to reduce water flushing and achieve a semi-dry quality.

Fabric & Care

90% Neoprene / 10% Nylon

Wasser Temparatur
Rating of 1 means Warm 25-30.
Middle rating means Moderat 15-21.
Rating of 10 means Cold 0-13.
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Proteus Tauchanzug
Fourth Element

Fourth Element wetsuits

Combining super thermal Hexcore lining with an innovative double neck seal, the Proteus II is our highest performing dive wetsuit and the choice of many dive professionals around the world. Made from a more eco friendly limestone neoprene using recycled car tyres and water based glues, not compromising on performance.

Features

Proteus II - extra warm

Hydrolock neck system

A second, over-head closure to minimise water ingress.

Taped seams

As well as being glued and stitched, taping ensures seals are waterproof.

Glideskin wrist seals

Create a barrier at the wrist to prevent water entering.

Hexcore torso lining

Plush lining on the core for prolonged water exposure.

Recycled Rubber

One of the key ingredients of neoprene, Eco Carbon Black, is recycled by our wetsuit factory from post-consumer scrap tyres. This significantly reduces energy consumption and cuts CO2 emissions by 200g per wetsuit.

Limestone Neoprene

During the neoprene production process, limestone is used to replace petrochemicals to form rubber chips. You achieve the same performance as traditional neoprene, but with way less environmental impact.

Resources

After the neoprene creation process, the redundant trimmed materials will be recycled and reused in the mixing process to produce more neoprene sheets. Overall huge amounts of raw materials are saved, energy consumption is reduced and waste water and air emissions are minimised during production.