BARE Exowear Hood

Maximum Thermal Protection in a Neutrally Buoyant Hood

The BARE Exowear Hood provides the maximum thermal protection available in a neutrally buoyant exposure-protection hood, designed for multi-sport use. It offers excellent warmth for cold water activities while maintaining flexibility, comfort, and compatibility with other Exowear garments.

3-Layer Fabric Construction

Exowear’s innovative 3-Layer Fabric protects you from the harshest elements during diving, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding. Each layer delivers performance features: water repellency, windproofing, breathability, quick-drying, moisture wicking, and anti-microbial protection.

• Outer Layer – UV-resistant with a durable water-repellent finish that sheds water, absorbs less, and dries faster.

• Membrane – Windproof and highly breathable, helping regulate body temperature while preventing wind chill.

• Inner Fleece – Anti-microbial with hydrophobic quick-dry coatings to reduce odor and allow easy packing for travel or dive trips.

OMNIRED™ Technology

OMNIRED™ Infrared Technology uses 13 thermo-reactive minerals woven into the fabric to convert outbound body heat into infrared energy and reflect it back to your head. This infrared energy improves circulation, raises oxygen levels in the body, reduces energy expenditure, improves overall warmth, and extends your time in the water.

4-Way Stretch & Fit

Freedom of movement is essential, even in a hood. Exowear’s 4-Way Stretch fabric provides superior elasticity and breathability compared to traditional 2-Way Stretch. A 3D pattern ensures optimal fit, while 2 mm Elastek full-stretch neoprene at the face opening provides comfort and sealing. A neck skirt further reduces water entry when worn under a wetsuit.

Features and Benefits

• Maximum thermal protection in a lightweight, neutrally buoyant hood

• 4-Way Stretch for superior elasticity and comfort

• 2 mm Elastek full-stretch neoprene face seal for comfort and reduced water entry

• Neck skirt for added protection when paired with a wetsuit

• Flat seam stitching throughout for maximum flexibility and comfort

• Ideal for layering with Exowear vests, tops, and suits

Technical Specifications

• Material: 3-Layer Fabric with outer shell, membrane, and inner fleece

• Innovation: OMNIRED™ Technology, 3-Layer Fabric, 4-Way Stretch, 3D patterning

• Performance: Proven in controlled lab testing to slow thermal loss by 36% at 1 ATM of pressure