Dive Gear Guide 2016: Best Wet/Dry Accessories

AKONA SECO BOOTS

• Side zipper makes getting in and out of the boot easy

• Available in 3 mm or 6.5 mm for warm-, temperate-, or coldwater diving

The Seco Boots will never get sloshy or loose because they will never fi ll up with water. AKONA engineered a unique footbed and sole that permit water to conveniently drain when you reach the surface.

$52, 3 mm; $58, 6.5 mm; akona.com

BODY GLOVE VOYAGER 3 MM BOOTS

• Side zipper stays closed with hook-and-loop security tab

• Metalite interior lining is comfortable and adds warmth

Warm feet are happy feet, and that’s what the Voyager delivers. Available in 3 mm or 5 mm, this boot’s tall shaft provides plenty of wetsuit overlap. The boot includes toe and heel caps and glued and blind-stitched seams.

$36, 3 mm; bodyglove.com

CAMARO TITANIUM THERMO GLOVES 1.0

• Silicone-printed palms and fingers ensure a solid grip

• Smooth-skin liner enhances overall warmth

Made of 1 mm SCS Titanium neoprene, these gloves keep hands warm and add protection from scrapes and stings. The seamless bonding system eliminates stitching, increases comfort and maximizes finger dexterity. Available in three sizes.

$49.95; camaro.at

FOURTH ELEMENT ARCTIC EXPEDITION TWO PIECE

• Fabric on knees and seat off er wetness protection

• Extra layers of high-density fleece increase warmth

High durability comes with an outer fabric that’s covered in a ceramic print to defeat abrasion from the inside of drysuits. Features include thumb loops that ease donning and a zippered pocket on the hip.

$464; fourthelement.com

FOURTH ELEMENT CYCLONE JACKET

• Breathable, waterproof protection for men and women

• Packs down very small

Divers stay dry in inclement weather thanks to a three-layer laminated fabric, water-resistant welded zippers and strategically taped seams. The jacket offers adjustable hood and cuff closures plus a chest pocket.

$220; fourthelement.com

FOURTH ELEMENT WOMEN’S J2 BASELAYER TOP AND LEGGINGS

• Uses silver ion technology

• Best warmth-to-weight ratio

This base layer has antibacterial technology to prevent odors. Perfect for layering and available in styles for men and women, it’s great for long dives.

$116 per piece; fourthelement.com

HOLLIS MEN’S AUG450 UNDERGARMENT

• Hollow fleece fibers wick body moisture away from skin

• Foot stirrups prevent ride-up

Offering the perfect combination of extra warmth with less bulk, this two-piece drysuit undersuit is made of 450-gram high-density stretch fabric, and comes in men’s and women’s sizes.

$140; hollis.com

LAVACORE MEN’S LAVASKIN LONGSLEEVE SHIRT

• UPF 50+ rating protects against the sun’s rays

• Thumb holes at the wrist for women and loops for men prevent ride up

Lavaskin shirts feature an outer layer that is durable and water repellent and an inner moisture wicking fleece lining.

$65; lavacoreinternational.com

LAVACORE MEN’S MERINO FULL ZIP JACKET

• Full-length zipper and hook-and-loop wrist closures keep wind out and warmth in

• Four exterior and interior pockets off er zippered closures for added security

Lightweight and durable, this jacket keeps you warm and protected, whatever the weather conditions. The water-repellent outer layer keeps rain at bay, the breathable middle layer blocks wind, and the Merino/Sorona inner lining is warm and resists odors.

$230; lavacoreinternational.com

LAVACORE WOMEN’S SPORTY SHORTY

• Full-length rear zipper is easy to use and makes for easy donning and doffing

• Grip-skin material in the chest area offers non-slip protection for board sports

This shorty offers female divers a nice balance of warmth and protection. A polytherm trilaminate material in the core area provides the warmth, while the shoulders and lower extremities use Lavaskin polyester/fleece for comfort and UV protection.

$130; lavacoreinternational.com

SHARKSKIN MEN’S CHILLPROOF SUIT

• Sharkskin layers provide the equivalent warmth of a 2.5 mm to 3 mm wetsuit

• Neutrally buoyant suit can be worn beneath a wetsuit for additional warmth.

This one-piece sports suit provides protection from the cold, the sun and the stings of sea creatures. Its outer layer is a nylon/lycra blend, its wind-proof middle layer regulates body temperature, and its micro-fleece inner layer is comfortable against the skin.

$294.95; sharkskin.com.au