With flexible foam panels for additional flotation and impact protection, the formfitting R1® Padded Big Wave Vest has 1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated with high-stretch 88% recycled polyester/12% spandex jersey. Made for warm water: 65-75° F/18-23° C.
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Giant Tahiti or grinding Outer Island reefs, the R1® Padded Big Wave Vest offers critical protection in heavy and hazardous conditions. Built from durable 1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated with high-stretch 88% recycled polyester/12% spandex jersey, the formfitting design includes 11 ergonomically patterned 22mm EVA foam panels for upper-body padding and supplemental flotation in high-impact situations. Foam edges around the armholes are skived at 45 degrees for maximum range of motion; flatlock and zigzag sewing construction offers excellent strength and durability; spandex bindings along neck, armholes and bottom hem provide a secure and comfortable fit. Nylon reinforcements at the center-front, back and side provide board short tie-in compatibility.
1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated on each side to a high-stretch recycled polyester jersey/spandex
Flatlock/zigzag sewing construction with Tristar 40W and 60W nylon-bonded thread
Laser cut 420D nylon reinforcements for board-short tie compatibility (one in center front, two on back and side)
Custom shaped, ergonomically patterned 22mm EVA foam panels (11 total) for padded protection during high impact activity
Foam edges around armholes are strategically skived at 45 degrees to optimize full range of motion
38mm folded spandex binding secured with double-needle coverstitch along neck, arm and bottom hem increase comfort and quality
1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated with high-stretch 88% recycled polyester/12% spandex jersey
549 g (19.4 oz)
Made in Thailand.
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