Description
Women's Thermocline Long Sleeve Top by Fourth Element
Revolutionary Neoprene-Free Thermal Protection
Traditional wetsuits can be heavy, restrictive, and problematic for divers with skin sensitivities. The Fourth Element Women’s Thermocline Long Sleeve Top is a revolutionary neoprene-free exposure layer engineered for warm-water scuba diving and all surface water sports. Delivering the thermal protection equivalent of 2mm neoprene, this top can be worn standalone in tropical climates or layered under a traditional wetsuit to act as a protective barrier that reduces direct skin contact. Designed to fit snugly on land so it conforms perfectly without sagging once submerged, the Thermocline top offers lightweight, hypoallergenic warmth without the bulk of rubber.
Neutrally Buoyant & Travel-Ready Utility
Unlike traditional neoprene that compresses at depth and requires extra lead on your weight belt, the Thermocline fabric is 100% neutrally buoyant—allowing you to dive lighter and streamline your buoyancy control. The technical fabric features an inner fleece layer that draws moisture away from the skin, wicking it through a breathable, wind- and waterproof membrane where it evaporates off the recycled nylon surface. Out of the water, it dries rapidly—often within an hour—and can be safely machine washed without developing the lingering odors common to neoprene. Weighing less than 2.2 lbs (1 kg) when paired with Thermocline leggings, this front-zip top can be squeezed into your luggage without fear of creasing or fabric damage.
Features
- 2mm Neoprene Equivalent Warmth: High-technology three-layer fabric traps a thin layer of water next to the skin to prevent cold-water flow.
- 100% Neoprene-Free & Hypoallergenic: Excellent standalone exposure garment or protective base layer for divers sensitive to traditional wetsuit rubber.
- Neutrally Buoyant: Will not alter your buoyancy at depth, allowing you to streamline your weight belt.
- Breathable, Moisture-Wicking Membrane: Inner fleece pulls moisture away from the skin to keep you dry and comfortable during surface intervals and kitting up.
- Wind & Waterproof Outer Shell: Protects against evaporative heat loss and wind chill on boat decks or shorelines.
- Convenient Front-Zip Entry: Designed with a front zipper for effortless donning and doffing.
- Ultra-Packable & Crease-Resistant: Fold, roll, or squeeze into luggage without damaging or permanently creasing the material.
- Eco-Friendly Construction: Outer face fabric is woven using 78% Econyl® Regenerated Nylon derived from ocean and landfill waste.
- Machine Washable: Easily laundered at 30°C (86°F) to eliminate odor and keep your exposure gear fresh.
Specs
- Brand: Fourth Element
- Product: Women's Thermocline Long Sleeve Top
- Outer Face Composition: 78% Econyl® Regenerated Nylon, 22% Elastane
- Inner Back Composition: 94% Polyester, 6% Elastane
- Thermal Equivalence: 2mm Neoprene
- Buoyancy Profile: Neutrally Buoyant
- Closure System: Front Zip
- Fit Note: Designed to fit tight dry; fabric loosens slightly in the water to prevent sagging
- Primary Application: Warm-water scuba diving, wetsuit layering/barrier, freediving, and surface water sports
- Care Instructions: Machine wash at 86°F (30°C)
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