Patagonia Yulex suits have won industry awards across Europe, Australia and the USA. Patagonia reduced C02 in their wetsuit production by 80% and shared their technology with the rest of the wetsuit industry to inspire change. The FSC® Certification is one of the most important aspects of naturel rubber sourcing, it protects naturel habitat forest, no highly hazardous pesticides are used, wildlife management is in place and the employees at the forest get a fair payment, training and safe working conditions.

R1 Lite Yulex FZ LS Spring Suit

2mm, £200

A high-performance, neoprene-free spring suit made of 85% Yulex™ natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber with 100% recycled polyester lining and floating front-zip entry; the natural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance, we blend the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone and UV resistance, and meet our rigorous standards for strength, stretch and durability. The floating front-zip entry provides excellent flexibility for paddling and has a corrosion-proof Salmi® zipper; the zipper is fully repairable. Seams are sewn with flatlock construction. 2mm with high stretch 100% recycled polyester lining.

R1 Yulex FZ suit

2.5mm, £280

A high-performance, neoprene-free wetsuit made of 85% Yulex™ natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content; the natural rubber is derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance, we blend the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone and UV resistance, and meet our rigorous standards for strength, stretch and durability. Supratex kneepads and ankle cuffs provide excellent abrasion resistance and increased durability. The floating front-zip features a corrosion-proof zipper and asymmetrical flap for better seal, stretch and range of motion and is fully replaceable to extend the suit’s lifespan. 100% external seam sealing; all seams are triple glued, blindstitched and internally taped. Torso is 2.5mm with 51% recycled content microgrid lining, arms and legs are 2.5mm 100%.