Elara 5/4/3 Womens Hooded, Front Zip

Ride Engine Elara 5/4/3 Womens Hooded, Front Zip

Play comfortably in cold water conditions, 38° – 48° F (3° – 9° C), with The Ride Engine 5/4/3 Elara hooded, front zip. This wetsuit is designed specifically around the female figure and offers the perfect combination of insulation and protection with flexibility and freedom of movement. The Elara 5/4/3 hooded is the go-to choice when you need a wetsuit that will keep you warm and comfortable in colder water conditions. A fleece lined interior provides added warmth and comfort, while eco-friendly Aqua seal seams, windskin chest/back panels, an interior pull-over neck gasket, strategic stitching layout and superior limestone-based neoprene all contribute to this suit’s high-performance payout.

The Elara series:  Designed and built with superior warmth and comfort in mind, the women’s specific Elara series features all of the same high-end materials and construction as Ride Engine’s men’s suits, but with an attractive splash of color and style to set it apart. The Elara’s easy-entry design comes in  5/4/3 hooded, 4/3 and 3/2, with all thickest at the core and tapered at the extremities to balance warmth and flexibility where they are needed most.

All versions feature an interior liner of plush Poly Fleece to help retain body heat and minimize water absorption. The 5/4/3 and 4/3 are extensively lined with this material, in the front and back core and the entire midsection, while the 3/2 is lined exclusively in the front chest panel for core warmth.

Limestone Neoprene

All Ride Engine wetsuit Feature a Limestone neoprene. Limestone-based neoprene is more effective, more comfortable and longer lasting than its petroleum counterpart. On a chemical level, limestone neoprene differs from petroleum in that it has higher-density closed cell structure. These closed cells are essentially air bubbles packed tightly together within the chemical structure of the neoprene. There are several functional benefits of this, including increased elasticity and durability, decreased weight,water absorption and improved heat retention- all important factors in a high-quality suit.

Highlights:

• Enjoy freedom of movement, less restriction with a better fitting suit
• More comfortable, more flexible, more durable SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• NEW, Windskin chest and back panels
• Superior temperature control with internal poly-fleece liner in critical areas
• Eliminate cold water “shock” and seam leaking with flexible and durable Aqua seal seams
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets

Ride Engine wetsuit care

1. Rinse your suit properly:

This means washing it thoroughly with cold water after every use- best done by repeatedly dunking your suit in a bucket or tub of cold water. Sticking a hose in the neck hole and letting water run out the legs just won’t suffice. Getting all of the saltwater, dirt and grime off after every use is the easiest way to increase the life of y our suit. Rinsing with cool or cold water is important; hot water can degrade neoprene over time. For an occasional, more thorough cleaning, use a wetsuit-specific cleaning product or a mild soap, such as baby shampoo. Do not use detergent, laundry soap, bleach or other chemical cleaners, and for heaven’s sake do not put your suit in a washer or dryer.

2. Hang your suit properly:

Hang your suit inside-out first. Once it’s dry, reverse and hang it right side in. This is a key detail in making sure both surfaces of your suit dry properly. Do not hang your suit in direct sunlight; this degrades the neoprene and will reduce its life. Do not hang your suit by the neck or shoulders like you would a button-up shirt; this can stretch the opening and reduce its effectiveness. Drape your suit over a chord or through a coat hanger and hang somewhere out of the sun.

3. Store your suit properly: 

You paid good money for your wetsuit, so don’t treat it like a beach towel. Stuffing it into a bag or leaving it in the trunk of your car just won’t due. Once dry, your suit should be stored unfolded in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.

4. Enter/exit your suit properly:

Wear and tear is inevitable, but you can dramatically increase the life of your wetsuit by simply taking your time putting it on and taking it off. A little extra attention here will go a long way in avoiding stretching or tearing seams, zippers and openings. Since you should dry your suit inside-out first, remove it accordingly by carefully peeling it off of your appendages like peeling a banana.