Patagonia R3 Yulex Front Zip Wetsuit

Patagonia is known for its environmental roots, and it's ethical business practices, which is why people keep coming back to them. Now, they've upped the game with the Patagonia R3 Yulex Front Zip Wetsuit, the worlds first neoprene-free wetsuit. Yep, that's right, you read that correctly; Neoprene. Free. Made of 85% Yulex natural rubber, and 15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, this suit is something you can truly feel good about wearing in our oceans. The Yulex rubber is even Rainforest Alliance certified. And they somehow brought the price down from last years neoprene based wetsuits! We're not exactly sure how they keep doing it, but Patagonia once again just changed the game.

Yulex® wetsuits are made of 85% natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content. Replacing a petroleum-based material with a plant-based one, they offer the same warmth and performance attributes as conventional stretch neoprene while reducing CO2 emissions by up to ~80% in the manufacturing process. Derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance, we blend the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone and UV resistance, and meet our rigorous standards for strength, stretch and durability. With an anatomical, performance-focused design that maximizes comfort and flexibility while minimizing weight, the R3® Yulex Front-Zip Full Suit is 4.5mm in the torso and thighs, lined with high-stretch, fast-drying 51% recycled polyester/44% polyester/5% spandex inverted microgrid; 3.5mm in the arms and legs, lined with high-stretch, fast-drying 100% recycled polyester jersey; the face fabric is 85% recycled polyester/15% spandex. The floating front-zip features a corrosion-proof zipper and asymmetrical flap for better seal, stretch and range of motion through the chest and shoulders; the Salmi® zipper is fully replaceable to extend the suit’s lifespan. Supratex kneepads and ankle cuffs provide excellent abrasion resistance and increased durability. 100% external seam sealing; all seams are triple glued, blindstitched and internally taped. Easy-access key loop included. Suggested water temperatures: 48–55° F/9–13° C.

• Made with neoprene-free 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content that meets our rigorous standards for performance, durability, warmth and sustainability
• Natural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance; synthetic rubber is chlorine-free
• Torso/thighs have 51% recycled polyester/44% polyester/5% spandex inverted microgrid thermal lining that minimizes weight, dries fast and offers excellent flexibility
• High-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey lining in the arms/legs improves flexibility and dry time; exterior face fabric made with 85% recycled polyester/15% spandex is durable, stretchy and water-resistant
• 100% external seam sealing; all seams are triple glued, blindstitched and 100% internally taped
• Supratex kneepads and ankle cuffs for maximum durability and anatomic fit
• Floating front-zip with corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper provides extra room to get in/out, extends suit’s lifespan and is fully repairable; easy-access key loop