If you ve ever worn ill-fitting socks, you are part way towards understanding the discomfort and frustration faced by many owners of swim socks, which fill with water and easily slip off. By increasing the length of the sock, so it could be tucked into the wetsuit, ensuring there was no exposed skin and adding a Velcro strap to keep the sock in place Zone3 has solved the problem, a simple solution, but an industry first!Unique design with longer length and Velcro strapHigh stretch 2mm neoprene designed to be a tight but comfortableGripped solePart of a neoprene accessory range designed for year round trainingSecure and tight fitting to prevent water ingressGrip and protection when entering and exiting the waterDesigned to be tight fitting to ensure minimal water entry and to help maintain a strong leg-kick while swimming
The Zone3 neoprene vest is designed as a thermal base layer to be worn under a wetsuit for extra warmth during cold water swim training, or for any other water sports where an extra layer of warmth is needed.Super Snug fit for added warmth when outdoors2mm neopreneGlued and blind stitched seamsCan be used on its own, or under a wetsuitTitanium heat retention coatingAdd warmth to your wetsuit or use when a wetsuit is too warmCan be used on its own, or under a wetsuitThe 2mm neoprene layer is tight fitting and has a high neck for fuller coverage and a single seam for extra comfort. There is a titanium coating applied to the internal material to help maintain the body's warmth. Made from open cell neoprene on the inside and super-stretch material on the outside and then glued and blind stitched.Predominantly aimed at the outdoor swimmer however the vest can also be used during pool training to give extra buoyancy where needed. Paired with buoyancy shorts or jammers, the vest also a great option when the water is too warm for a wetsuit.
Industry Firsts After testing all the other swimming socks on the market, Zone3 found that they nearly all filled with water and easily slipped off the foot when swimming. A design solution was found by increasing the length of the sock so it could be tucked into the wetsuit to ensure no exposed skin and adding a Touch closure strap around the top to keep the sock in place to reduce the amount of water that enters the sock. Protection The under-sole is also made from a durable and gripping fabric to help with protection and control when walking to or from the water whether by the sea, lake or river.
It has a velcro strap which joins under the chin to ensure the optimum fit and 4mm neoprene to keep you warm in cold water.. Anyone who has experienced a ‘brain-freeze’ when swimming in cold water will know how valuable these can be to get you going!
Protection The primary function of the Zone3 open water swimming gloves is to keep your hands insulated from the cold. The body’s extremities such as hands and feet always feel the cold the most so these gloves are designed to allow swimming in cold water be more manageable. Perfectly Designed After testing all the other swimming gloves on the market Zone3 found that they nearly all started ballooning with water during swimming and started to slip off the hands. A design solution was found by increasing the length of the gloves so they can be tucked over or under the wetsuit to ensure no exposed skin and adding a touch closure strap to keep the glove in place. Natural Swim Feeling Zone3 have also removed the webbing between the fingers, which other brands tend to use, to make swimming feel much more natural and less fatiguing.
The 2mm thick layer is tight fitting and has a high neck with just a single seam for extra comfort. There is a titanium coating applied to the internal material to help maintain the body's warmth. The product is predominantly aimed at the outdoor swimmer however the vest can also be used during pool training to give extra buoyancy or warmth where needed.
Versatility is the name of the game for the Zone3 Women's Neoprene Kneeskin. Made from a high-quality Yamamoto 1.5mm neoprene with Super-Stretch lining, this technical garment can offer buoyancy, speed through the water and additional warmth. It has a fantastic fit and offers core body insulation, excellent flexibility and comfort. This garment can either be worn on its own to give extra buoyancy and reduce drag through the water, or it can be worn under a wetsuit as a base layer to give an extra layer of warmth and insulation.
Versatility is the name of the game for the Zone3 Neoprene Kneeskin. Made from a high-quality Yamamoto 1.5mm neoprene with Super-Stretch lining, this technical garment can offer buoyancy, speed through the water and additional warmth. It has a fantastic fit and offers core body insulation, excellent flexibility and comfort. This garment can either be worn on its own to give extra buoyancy and reduce drag through the water, or it can be worn under a wetsuit as a base layer to give an extra layer of warmth and insulation.
Zone3’s Neoprene Long Sleeve Top is made from Yamamoto Smoothskin neoprene with a 1.5mm thickness which provides a fantastic layer of warmth and insulation. The base layer offers a high level of flexibility and clings to the skin allowing you to have full freedom of movement. The internal smoothskin finish which provides a soft and comfortable fit with a YKK zip which makes it easy to take on and off.
Triathlon skull caps are incredibly valuable when swimming in cold open waters, and the Zone3 Heat Tech Neoprene Swimming Cap is no exception. Wrapped in high quality 4mm Yamamoto Smoothskin neoprene with a heat-tech fleece lining to keep your head warm, while the velcro strap under the chin ensures a secure fit. Designed for year-round training and built to accommodate a variety of different head sizes.
Why a Strapless Cap? Zone3 have done what they can to combat this on their standard cap by adding the Velcro strap, giving the user a degree of adjustability. However, Zone3 wanted to take this to the next level and produce a cap with no strap at all. The strapless neoprene cap has been carefully designed to ensure that it does not slip off the head too easily.
Secure and tight fitting, the Zone3 Neoprene Heat-Tech Socks prevent water ingress and are warm, dry and secure design. They tuck into your wetsuit and offer grip and protection when entering and exiting the water. Sizing Small = UK 3-6 Medium = UK 6-10 Large = UK 10-13