The BARE Exowear Vest delivers exceptional thermal protection in a lightweight, neutrally buoyant design built for performance across all water sports. Engineered with OMNIRED™ Infrared Technology, this advanced fabric converts body heat into infrared energy and reflects it back to your body for lasting warmth.
A 3-layer construction offers water repellency, windproofing, breathability, and quick-drying comfort, while the 4-way stretch material ensures total freedom of movement in and out of the water. Designed for versatility, the Exowear Vest keeps your core warm whether worn alone or layered under a wetsuit.
Perfect for divers, paddlers, surfers, and anyone who refuses to let the elements slow them down, this vest provides the ultimate balance of warmth, flexibility, and performance. Built for adventure, made to move.
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Detailed Specifications
- Material: OMNIRED™ Infrared Technology with 3-layer construction
- Outer Layer: Water-repellent and windproof stretch fabric
- Middle Layer: Breathable, windproof membrane for thermal regulation
- Inner Layer: Quick-drying, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial fleece
- Stretch: 4-way stretch for superior mobility and comfort
- Buoyancy: Neutrally buoyant, ideal for layering or standalone use
- Warmth Equivalent: Comparable to 2–3 mm neoprene
- Design: Sleeveless vest for unrestricted arm movement
- Fit: Form-fitting cut designed for both men and women
- Breathability: Allows heat and moisture to escape while retaining warmth
- Water Resistance: Repels water to reduce evaporative cooling
- Wind Protection: Shields against cold wind exposure on the surface
- Antimicrobial Treatment: Resists odor and bacterial growth
- Quick-Drying: Ideal for multiple dives or water sessions per day
- Use: Suitable for diving, snorkeling, paddling, surfing, and multi-sport activities
- Color: Black with gray detailing
- Care: Hand wash and air dry recommended
What's in the Box
- 1x BARE Exowear Unisex Vest
- BARE product care and warranty information
Size Guide:
Wear minimal clothing (ie. T-Shirt, shorts, bathing suit) at the time of measuring. All measurements must be taken with a soft tape measure pulled snug but not tight. Stand straight, looking forward with your feet flat on the floor. It is best to have help taking the measurements, in order to remain in the optimal measuring stance.

WEIGHT: As close as you can accurately
HEIGHT: From the top of your head to the floor
- CHEST: Measure around the fullest part
- WAIST: Measure around the narrowest part
- HIP: Measure around the fullest part
- TORSO: Top of shoulder to crotch vertically
- INSEAM: Measure from crotch to floor
| Size | Weight (lbs) | Height (in) | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Hip (in) | Torso (in) | Inseam (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 135–155 | 5'6"–5'8" | 35–37 | 29–31 | 35–37 | 27⅜ | 30 |
| M | 150–175 | 5'8"–5'10" | 37–39 | 31–33 | 37–39 | 28⅜ | 31 |
| MTall | 150–180 | 5'11"–6'1" | 37–39 | 31–33 | 37–39 | 29⅝ | 32 |
| MLShort | 160–185 | 5'6"–5'8" | 39–41 | 33–35 | 39–41 | 27⅝ | 30¼ |
| ML | 170–195 | 5'10"–6'0" | 39–41 | 33–35 | 39–41 | 29⅜ | 32 |
| MLTall | 175–200 | 6'0"–6'2" | 39–41 | 33–35 | 39–41 | 30⅝ | 33 |
| LShort | 180–205 | 5'7"–5'9" | 41–43 | 35–37 | 41–43 | 28 | 30½ |
| L | 190–215 | 5'11"–6'1" | 41–43 | 35–37 | 41–43 | 30 | 32½ |
| LTall | 195–220 | 6'1"–6'3" | 41–43 | 35–37 | 41–43 | 31¼ | 33½ |
| XLShort | 200–225 | 5'8"–5'10" | 43–45 | 37–39 | 43–45 | 28⅛ | 31 |
| XL | 210–235 | 6'0"–6'2" | 43–45 | 37–39 | 43–45 | 30⅝ | 33 |
| XLTall | 215–240 | 6'2"–6'4" | 43–45 | 37–39 | 43–45 | 31⅞ | 34 |
| 2XLShort | 220–245 | 5'8"–5'10" | 45–47 | 39–41 | 45–47 | 28½ | 31¼ |
| 2XL | 230–255 | 6'1"–6'3" | 45–47 | 39–41 | 45–47 | 31¼ | 33½ |
| 3XL | 250–275 | 6'2"–6'4" | 47–49 | 41–43 | 47–49 | 31⅞ | 34 |
| 4XL | 270–295 | 6'3"–6'5" | 49–51 | 43–45 | 49–51 | 32⅜ | 34½ |
*Measurements are body measurements, not garment dimensions.
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