Patagonia R1 Lite Yulex Short John Wetsuit
The Patagonia neoprene-free Yulex wetsuits are made of 85% natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content. Get a great deal on these Sales Rep Samples! 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, Patagonia blends the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone- and UV-resistance and meet rigorous standards for strength, stretch and durability.
Offering warmth and sun protection for the core in an open-arm design that offers full freedom of motion for long miles in open water, the R1 Lite Yulex Short John is 1.5mm throughout. The interior lining is stretchy and fast-drying 100% recycled polyester; the face fabric is an 88% recycled polyester/12% spandex blend. A corrosion-proof PK back zipper allows easy on/off; seams are sewn with flatlock construction for next-to-skin comfort. Internal key loop included. Suggested water temperatures: 65–75° F/18–23° C.