Zero petrol, a new alternative to neoprene : Naturalprene, by Picture Organic Clothing If you’re looking to be one with the ocean on your next scuba, snorkeling, or just general aqua-based excursion, ...
Wetsuits are essential equipment for enjoying marine sports safely and comfortably.However, after long-term use, it is not ...
In July, when I reviewed the new version of Patagonia’s R1 wetsuits, I talked about how there is often a compromise between a product’s eco-friendliness and its performance, but Patagonia’s suit ...
Back in 2019, we heard how scientists at Australia's Flinders University were developing a lightweight material that might someday be used in shark-bite-resistant wetsuits. Well, that day has arrived, ...
Everything a triathlete needs to choose, fit, and care for a wetsuit, so you swim warmer, float higher, and start race day calm. This guide is presented in partnership with ROKA. For almost any ...
Engineers at MIT have developed a new material that mimics the insulating properties found in otter and beaver fur in an attempt to improve wetsuit performance. As part of MIT’s STE@M (Sports ...
Anna Turns at North Sands, near Salcombe in Devon. Wetsuit firms are seeking natural alternatives to neoprene. Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The Guardian Neoprene is made from toxic chemicals, hard to ...