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Shopper : what is the thickness in mm?darrick c : Hello, this suit would give you the same warmth as a 2mm suit.
DEBBIE S : Does the material from which the wetsuit is made retain water? My big complaint with my Lavacore is that it weighs a ton after diving and takes forever to dryMario C : Yes material retains water while submerged and shortly out of the water ( more than neoprene) may take longer than non lined neoprene to dryJon Z : No, it does not retain water for an extended period of time. Mine dries out fairly quickly. This product is more of an undergarment and not a full wet suite. I am in the northern part of the united states and this only, even in the summer, is not enough alone. The title is a bit misleading, however coupled with wet suite it does great for my colder waters without having to move to a full dry suite.
Sly F : what store can I go to, to have my girlfriend try one on? she's been watching too many shark horror movies XD but if I wanted to swim around in the ocean I want her to be as safe as possible I will also be asking in the mens one for myself XDdarrick c : Hello Sly, if you go to: <a href="https://sharkskin.com.au/pages/store-locator" target="_blank">https://sharkskin.com.au/pages/store-locator</a> and enter your zip code it should pull up all of the stores in your area that would carry this item.
Shopper : I am an inch below all the measurements for the women's size 4, with the exception of height - I am 5'8". I am not sure if the size 4 will fit given the large height discrepancy? any help would please be appreciated.BECKY P : Hello Fellow Female Bubble Blower! 😉 Oh, how I wish I was your size!!! I have a size 12 and feel the sizing is very generous. I am 5’3, 165 lbs and it is WAY LONG on me. I will probably have it tailored if I can find one. I think a size 4 will fit you, using mine as an example. Dive safe Amiga! BeckyMario C : since all measurements are below range ( except the height) it can be that size 4 will work for you., <a href="https://www.leisurepro.com/i/pff" target="_blank">https://www.leisurepro.com/i/pff</a>
Shopper : my chest is 33 inch , hip 34 and thinh 19 inch so what’s size do you suggested 0 or 2?FRANCIS A : You want it tight not loose or it hangs in the water and when you get out.FRANCIS A : My wife is 5'7" and 125 lbs. It says she should wear a size 6. She wears a size 2 and it fits perfectly. The sizing is NOT accurate. I am 5'11 and 195 lbs. 44" chest, 34" waist. Says but a large. I have a Medium and Small and the small fits better. I have a large but it is WAY to big.Patricia P : I am not sure on your size, but I will say, when shark skin gets wet it stretches. Be sure it fits right when dry. I went and found a store where I could try on. Remember you can order it, wet with water and see how it fits. Leisure Pro has a great exchange policy.Katherine S : They run true to size

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2024-10-14T06:43:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect fit.

Fit me perfectly-got a size 2, I'm 5'2" and 115 lbs. but I don't think it's as warm as a 3mm. Wore it in 82 deg water, I run cold and normally my full 3mm is perfect. I was getting chilly by the end of the dives in this. Going to add a vest. Love how easy it is to pack.

Andrea B.

2023-06-26T08:33:23

Rated 3 out of 5

Great Material, Iffy fit for women

Like the material and light weight of the suit. ordered a size smaller as suggested. It was a little long when I tried it out of the package. not unusual since I am 5'4". After my first dive, it looked like I was wearing my big brothers pajamas. It was just hanging on me. Unfortunately, I can not return it now for a smaller size. Valerie

Valerie O.

2021-02-28T07:08:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharkskin love

Love all of my sharkskin items. This is a nice addition for pool and warmer water when you don’t want to wear a wetsuit or shortie but have extended time in the water. Neutrally buoyant is also very good for pool work. Sizes do run a little big.

LISA V.

2018-01-05T16:11:41

Rated 4 out of 5

Runs big, order a size or two down

The suit itself is great, it's comfortable, the fleece inner liner is soft and it's super stretchy. I usually wear a 12 wetsuit but ordered a 14 based on the size chart. There was no need as the Sharkskin suits are not neoprene, so they actually run quite large, and I prefer a snug fit. Ended up returning for a size 10 which fit like a glove. Very happy with my purchase. Can't say for comfort as an underlayer as I purchased it for warm water diving, but standalone wise it's exactly what I wanted.

Lisa Q.

2017-12-23T09:57:50

Rated 4 out of 5

Sharksin

Ordered one size down from my normal Bare 3mil. Arrived on time, fit excellent (it's looser than normal neoprene) very good quality. plan to wear under 3 mil for cooler dives< 70 deg and as stand alone for warmer dives.

MICHELA L.

2017-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great suit, but...

This is a great alternative to a bulky wetsuit, but unfortunately, the bottom of the leg at the ankle is very loose so it lets in a lot of water, which makes me colder than I probably should be in this. Im working on making some elastic bands w/velcro to attach at the ankles so that the bottom fits more like a standard wetsuit. A friend of mine has the Sharkskin pants & while hers are also loose at the ankles, they are a bit more fitted and she stays warmer in hers.

Shawn

2017-01-29T08:19:36

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT SUIT

This suit is great and comfortable, and dries quickly.

SHARON P.

2016-03-05T12:52:07

Rated 1 out of 5

Terrible Fit

I ordered this suit in several sizes, and ordered a couple of the separate tops and bottoms from Sharkskin to try on too. Absolutely nothing fit right. From the knees down, the suit is so oversized and bunchy it fit like snowboarding pants, water would just flood in! Same thing with the arms! Also it is so long! Granted I'm short, but you would have to be about 6ft tall with elephant ankles just to fit into this thing. I'm convinced this is the same cut as the men's suit just with some pink font on it. For $300, this suit needs to be redesigned with the female form in mind. I normally wear 12 bottoms and M & L tops. I ordered sizes 8-14. The 10 & 12 fit snug around my hips, but no where else! Even the armpits were bunchy. These are all going back.

JACQUELYN R.

Sharkskin Chillproof Women's Full Suit Specifications

  • Type

    Thermal Protection Garment

  • Materials

    3-Layer Composite Material; Interior: Micro Fleece Layer, Middle; Technical Layer, Outer; Nylon/spandex Blend

  • Windproof

    Middle Layer: Yes

  • Breathable

    Middle Layer: Yes

  • Moisture Wicking

    Interior: Micro Fleece Layer, Yes

  • Seams

    Sewn

  • Dimension/Size

    9-Sizes: 0 to 16

  • Closure

    Back Zipper w/Pull Tab Leash

  • Stirrups & Thumb Loops

    Yes

  • UV Protection

    Yes

  • UPC Code

    9325356143845

Sharkskin Women's Full Suit Size Chart
  US0 US2 US4 US6 US8 US10 US12 US14 US16
Height (ft/in) 4'10"-5'1" 5'0"-5'3" 5'2"-5'5" 5'4"-5'7" 5'6"-5'9" 5'8"-5'11" 5'10"-6'1" 6'0"-6'3" 6'2"-6'5"
Weight (lbs) 101 - 115 115 - 128 128 - 143 143 - 159 159 - 174 174 - 192 192 - 214 214 - 236 236 - 258
Bust (in) 29 - 31 31.5 - 34 34 - 37 37 - 40 41 - 43 43 - 46 46.5 - 49 49 - 52 52 - 54
Waist (in) 20.5 - 22 23 - 26 26 - 28 29 - 31.5 32 - 34 35 - 37 38 - 40 41 - 43 43 - 46
Hips (in) 31 - 33 33.5 - 36 36 - 39 39 - 42 42 - 44.5 45 - 48 48 - 51 51 - 53.5 54 - 57

About Sharkskin Chillproof Women's Full Suit

FEATURED REVIEWS

Sharkskin love

By LISA V.

Love all of my sharkskin items. This is a nice addition for pool and warmer water when you don’t want to wear a wetsuit or shortie but have extended time in the water. Neutrally buoyant is also very good for pool work. Sizes do run a little big.

GREAT SUIT

By SHARON P.

This suit is great and comfortable, and dries quickly.

The Sharkskin Chill-Proof by Bare 1-Piece Suit/undergarment provides full body protection from cold, sun and marine stingers. It can be used for layering under an existing wetsuit for extra warmth or can completely replace your wetsuit in warmer waters. It is less buoyant than neoprene, so you need less weight, making you more comfortable when snorkeling or diving. The suit/undergarment is equipped with stirrups and thumb tabs (loops) to prevent ride-up when donning a wet or dry suit. They will also make donning of exposure suit easier with its smooth slick surface.

Sharkskin Chill-Proof Material is an aquatic specific, windproof 3-layer composite material that has been developed for water sports athletes. The comfortable 'micro fleece' layer is next to the skin and 'wicks' moisture and sweat away from the body to help keep you dry. The second middle 'technical' layer is 100% windproof yet breathes to regulate body temperature while stopping wind chill. The third outer layer is a nylon/Spandex blend for abrasion resistance and 4-way stretch. It is also UV resistant for sun protection and has a durable water repellent finish (DWR) to provide a protective shell that 'sheds' water. Sharkskin Chill-Proof is neutrally buoyant, anti-microbial, odor resistant, itch resistant and machine washable. Suit has a back zipper with pull tab leash for easy self-donning and doffing and is available in multiple sizes.

Sharkskin Chillproof Women's Full Suit Features

  • Sharkskin Chill-Proof Women's 1-Piece Suit with Rear Zipper:
  • Full Body Protection from Cold, Sun and Marine Stingers
  • Use for Layering Under-an-Existing Wetsuit for Extra Warmth
  • Completely-Replaces Wetsuit in Warmer Waters
  • Less-Buoyant than Neoprene Means Less-Weight for Diving
  • More-Comfortable when Snorkeling or Diving
  • Stirrups and Thumb Tabs (Loops) Prevent Ride-Up when Donning Wet or Dry Suit
  • Donning of Exposure Suits Easier w/Smooth Slick Surface
  • Protection from Chaffing
  • Ultimate Versatility
  • Chill-Proof Undergarment: Aquatic Specific, Windproof 3-Layer Composite Material
  • First Layer:
    Comfortable Micro Fleece' Layer Next-to-the-Skin
    Wicks' Moisture & Sweat Away from Body Keeps you Dry
  • Second Middle Technical' Layer:
    100% Windproof
    Breathable Material
    Regulate-Body-Temperature
    Stops Wind Chill
  • Third Outer Layer:
    Abrasion Resistance
    4-Way-Stretch
    UV Resistant for Sun Protection
    Durable Water Repellent Finish (DWR)
    Protective Shell Sheds' Water
  • Developed for Water Sports Athletes
  • Neutrally Buoyant, Anti-Microbial, Odor Resistant and Itch Resistant
  • Rear Zipper w/Pull Tab Leash
  • Machine Washable
  • Available in Multiple Sizes

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Sharkskin Chillproof suit offers incredible warmth and flexibility for all water sports.
  • Enjoy superior comfort with the micro-fleece lining, perfect for long dives or swims.
  • This full suit provides excellent UV protection, shielding you from harmful sun rays.
  • Designed with a windproof middle layer, keeping you warm even on breezy days at sea.
  • Quick-drying material ensures you stay comfortable in and out of the water; great for travel.
  • Durable, 3-layer composite material guarantees long-lasting performance, dive after dive.

What's in the box:

  • Chill-Proof Women's 1-Piece Suit with Rear Zipper Suit
  • MFG 1 Year Limited Warranty