By trapping a thin layer of water around the body, a neoprene wetsuit works in 2 ways:
1. The water trapped inside the wetsuit gradually warms up
2. Heat transfer from the body decreases.
The wetsuit and the thin covering of water form a layer of insulation.

Neoprene is a closed-cell elastomeric foam with trapped nitrogen bubbles that have insulating properties.

The Tribord DG500 neoprene wetsuit is made of 100% neoprene (thickness: 3 mm) to ensure optimal thermal insulation.

All seams are sewn together with strong thread suited to this particular type of fabric and are glued to prevent water getting through the seams.
A neoprene strip is sewn under the zipper to reduce the cooling effects of any water that gets through it.

In moderate to strong wind and cold weather, combine with the Tribord S500 smock.

The Tribord DG500 dinghy/catamaran neoprene wetsuit has a cut and materials designed to make the movements and different positions of sailing much easier.

The arms and chest piece consist of a different piece of fabric to make maneuvers and movements much easier.
The legs, buttocks and knees are also separate pieces to make sitting, crouching and changing sides in the boat much easier.

All the seams are stretch seams.

It has reinforcements on and below the knees and on the seat and thighs. The thickness is 7 mm on the knees for added comfort.
The additional fabric works in 2 ways:
- to reduce the wear and tear of the neoprene in areas that are the most exposed to friction on the boat (deck fittings, rubbing strake, carpet, etc., depending on the craft)
- to reduce the discomfort of this friction on the knees, seat and thighs for the user wearing the suit and moving around on the boat

The neck finish and height has been developed to limit the sensation of discomfort from the neoprene and irritation on even the most sensitive skin.
However, not everyone's skin reacts in the same way: in this case, we recommend that you wear a top under the wetsuit to reduce sensitive rubbing and chafing.