RF1 Men’s Freediving Vest

£85.00

The RF1 Men’s Freediving Vest is designed to provide additional warmth and thermal protection when worn over the RF1 Freediving Suit. Ideal for cooler water conditions and extended freediving sessions, this 3mm neoprene vest enhances core insulation while featuring an integrated hood for improved heat retention and hydrodynamic performance.

Built specifically for recreational freediving, the RF1 Vest combines a streamlined fit, Glideskin panels, and specialized ear vent holes to deliver comfort, warmth, and unrestricted movement without compromising underwater efficiency.

SKU: RFVM01 Category:
Description

The RF1 Men’s Freediving Vest is a purpose-built thermal layer designed to complement the RF1 Freediving Suit. Created for recreational freedivers seeking greater warmth in cooler waters, this vest provides targeted insulation while maintaining the flexibility and streamlined profile required for efficient underwater performance.

Constructed from 3mm neoprene, the vest is worn over the RF1 suit to add an extra layer of thermal protection around the body’s core. When combined with the RF1 suit, it creates up to 6mm of insulation across the critical torso area while adding 3mm of thermal protection around the head. This increased warmth helps reduce heat loss during longer dives and cooler water sessions without adding excessive bulk.

The integrated hood incorporates Glideskin panels across the hood and shoulders, helping improve hydrodynamics by reducing drag as you move through the water. These smooth panels also contribute to overall comfort and flexibility, allowing for unrestricted movement during descents, ascents, and surface swimming.

A key feature of the RF1 Vest is its ear vent system. Strategically placed vent holes allow a small amount of air into the hood, helping prevent uncomfortable pressure against the ears as depth increases. Multiple vent openings accommodate different ear positions, making equalization easier and improving overall comfort during dives.

The streamlined anatomical cut is designed to layer comfortably over the RF1 suit without restricting mobility. Glued and blindstitched construction throughout enhances durability, flexibility, and thermal performance, ensuring reliable use in a variety of freediving environments.

Whether you’re extending your freediving season, training in cooler waters, or looking for added warmth during longer sessions, the RF1 Men’s Freediving Vest provides the thermal protection and freediving-specific performance needed for confident underwater exploration.

Key Features

  • Designed specifically for recreational freediving
  • Worn over the RF1 Freediving Suit for enhanced warmth
  • 3mm neoprene construction balances comfort and thermal protection
  • Creates up to 6mm thermal protection across the torso when combined with the RF1 suit
  • Integrated hood adds warmth and heat retention
  • Streamlined cut optimizes glide and overall fit
  • Glideskin hood and shoulder panels improve hydrodynamics
  • Air vent holes assist with easier equalization
  • Multiple ear vent positions accommodate different ear placements
  • Designed for simple donning and doffing
  • Glued and blindstitched construction for durability and comfort
  • Maintains freedom of movement without restrictive bulk

Specifications

  • Product Type: Freediving Vest with Hood
  • Gender: Men’s
  • Activity: Recreational Freediving
  • Thickness: 3mm
  • Material: Neoprene and Nylon
  • Fit: Standard Wetsuit Fit
  • Hood: Integrated
  • Seam Construction: Glued and Blindstitched
  • Outer Panels: Glideskin Hood and Shoulders
  • Thermal Protection: Additional 3mm Core Protection
  • Combined Warmth: Up to 6mm Core Protection with RF1 Suit

Fabric & Care

  • Material: 90% Neoprene / 10% Nylon
  • Color: Dope-Dyed Black
  • Hand wash suit and zip in clean, cool water after each use
  • Rinse thoroughly after saltwater exposure
  • Hang to dry away from direct sunlight
  • Store in a cool, dry location
  • Do not machine wash or tumble dry

Fit Information

  • Standard wetsuit fit
  • Designed to layer comfortably over the RF1 Freediving Suit
  • Streamlined cut maintains freedom of movement while enhancing thermal protection

Origin

  • Made in Cambodia
Additional information
SizesXS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
About brand
Fourth Element's thermal protection has been tested in the world's most extreme diving locations from the sub-zero waters of the Antarctic to the tropical temperatures of the Maldives and is used on expeditions where divers have never ventured before. Fourth Element specializes in high performance undergarments to keep the Diver warm & dry in the Water. Quote ' The Limiting Factor in Bottom Time is becoming less about Nitrogen Loading & Deco Limits & more about the Limitations of the Human Body's Endurance to Extreme Temperatures' Fourth Element is expanding its collection into wetsuits - the Proteus range -as well as gloves & skins.
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