Apeks Thermiq- Women's 5/3MM Hooded Vest

Apeks Thermiq 5/3mm Hooded Vest- Women's

The Apeks Thermiq 5/3mm Women's Hooded Vest is designed to fit under any wetsuit, perfect for adding extra layers while diving in cold-water, or for those who naturally get cold on longer dives. This premium hooded vest adds critical insulation around the areas where you lose the most heat underwater- your core and your head. What makes the Thermiq unique from any other vest, however, is the use of graphene fleece thermal lining which distributes heat evenly throughout your body. This graphene fleece lining has the ability to raise your body temperature by an average of 2°C, allowing divers to have warmer and longer dives.

Why we like the Apeks Thermiq Hooded Vest:

This hooded vest is both warm and flexible, due to its construction with 5mm and 3mm super-stretch limestone neoprene. The core panels consist of 5mm neoprene for maximised insulation, while the thinner sides and hood of 3mm neoprene allow for easy movement and comfortable layering underneath wetsuits. This vest also assists in keeping your core warm with the use of smooth skin seals around the neck area. This reduces flushing and the circulation of cold water through your suit, a game changer in our experience...

Whether you are trying to give your old yet reliable wetsuit some added warmth in temperate waters, or you are looking to comfortably explore cold-waters for your next dive destination, the Apeks Thermiq is a fantastic addition to your exposure protection kit! 

Why Divers Choose the Apeks Thermiq Hooded Vest:

• Graphene Fleece Thermal Lining: This material helps distribute warmth evenly throughout your core.
• Apeks Thermal Technology: Increases your body temperature by an average of 2°C, which is much appreciated in colder waters!
• Limestone Neoprene: Provides extra flexibility and durability.
• Recycled Materials: This Hooded Vest is constructed from recycled tires and plastic bottles, great for keeping our oceans clean.
• 5mm Core Panels: Providing maximized insulation to a part of your body that needs it the most.
• 3mm Outer Panels and Hood: The thinner outer panels ensure movement is easy and you can layer this vest under other wetsuits, while still remaining very warm. 
• Integrated Hood: Helps restrict heat loss from your head, which is a crucial step in staying warm when diving in cooler waters. If you don't feel the need to use the hood, just slide it off- it is there just in case.
• Smooth Neck Seal: Prevents cool water from entering your suit, ensuring you are more comfortable on your dive.

Our Recommendation:

Who is the Apeks Thermiq Hooded Vest best suited for? 

The Apeks Thermiq Hooded Vest is the perfect choice for cold-water divers who prioritise warmth and flexibility in a vest and hood. Whether you are exploring cold kelp forests or just tend to get chilly during long dives, this hooded vest is an easy addition to your exposure protection as it fits under most wetsuits. For the divers, recreational and technical, and the photographers who dive deeper or for longer, this vest allows you to do so with fewer worries. And for those who are passionate about preserving our beautiful oceans, the recycled materials used to create this vest lets you to dive knowing your exposure protection has been created with a reduced environmental impact.

If you find that you need even more warmth when exploring these cold-water areas- it may be worth pairing this hooded vest with BARE 7mm Ultrawarmth boots, or Fourth Element 5mm Hydrolock Neoprene scuba gloves.

Need help choosing?

Not sure if this is the right wetsuit for you, or need help with sizing? Our team of experienced divers have used numerous protection suits in different dive destinations around the world and would be happy to share our thoughts and advice with you.

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