Spotlight Pick
Dawn Patrol 5/4 Hooded Chest-Zip Wetsuit - Men's
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
Stay warm and shred waves all day with the Billabong 5/4 Absolute Hooded Wetsuit. Insulated, maneuverable, and built for progression.
Deep Dive
Why We Like the Billabong 5/4 Absolute Hooded Wetsuit
The Billabong 5/4 Absolute Hooded Wetsuit combines a functional hood and superior foam insulation to encourage young surfers to stay in the water and master riding right-handers.
Add in the Superflex neoprene that enhances maneuverability, allowing you to paddle back out with ease, and you have a wetsuit that practically guarantees progression.
Details:
Specs
Responsible Collection Recycled/Repurposed Material:
[face fabric] Pro Stretch (100% recycled), [interior] graphene, silicone stretch, [neoprene] Superlight
Style: hooded full suit
Water Temp: min 55F
Thickness: 5/4mm
Hood: yes
Zip: chest
Seam Construction: GBS, melcro spot tape
Activity: surf
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year
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