Mares Pro Therm 8/7mm Men’s Hooded Wetsuit
Cold-Water Performance Built for Southern California Diving
Engineered for cold-water comfort and designed to perform, the Mares Pro Therm 8/7mm Men’s Hooded Wetsuit is a premium semi-dry wetsuit built for Southern California divers who regularly face cooler Pacific conditions. Ideal for kelp forest dives, wreck diving, Channel Islands trips, and cold-water shore dives, this suit delivers serious warmth, durability, and mobility for year-round diving.
Blending Italian design with advanced thermal materials, the Pro Therm provides a snug, performance-driven fit that minimizes water exchange while maintaining flexibility—so you stay warm, comfortable, and focused underwater.
Why Southern California Divers Choose the Pro Therm
Maximum Thermal Protection for Cold Pacific Waters
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8/7mm Neoprene Construction
Strategically placed thickness provides maximum core warmth while maintaining flexibility in key movement areas—perfect for longer bottom times in colder California water. -
Integrated Hood with Glideskin Lining
Reduces water flushing around the head and neck, helping retain critical body heat during cold-water dives. -
Fire Plush Interior Lining
High-pile thermal lining on the torso and back traps heat where it matters most, keeping you warmer between dives. -
Glideskin Wrist & Ankle Seals
Smooth seals minimize water entry while remaining comfortable and easy to don—ideal for repeated dives and long days on the boat.
Semi-Dry Design with Smart Diving Features
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Front-Entry Horizontal YKK Tek-Flex Zipper
A durable, smooth-gliding chest zipper eliminates the need for a back zip, improving flexibility and comfort—especially when gearing up on Southern California dive boats. -
Neck Dam Barrier System
Significantly reduces water exchange and enhances overall thermal efficiency. -
Vented Hood
Prevents air trapping and improves comfort during descents.
Built for Real-World Diving Conditions
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Supratex Reinforced Kneepads
Abrasion-resistant protection for rocky shore entries, wreck dives, and frequent use. -
Shoulder Grip Panels
Help keep your BCD securely in place throughout the dive. -
Anti-Slip Wrist Panels
Keep dive computers and gauges from rotating or slipping. -
Right-Leg Zipper Pocket
Includes an elastic loop for securing accessories such as backup lights, slates, or surface markers. -
Durable Rubber Construction
Designed to withstand frequent cold-water diving without sacrificing performance.
Tailored Fit for Comfort and Performance
Available in Regular, Tall, and Short sizes, the Pro Therm offers a more precise fit for a wide range of body types—because warmth and comfort start with proper sizing.
Ideal for Southern California & Cold-Water Diving
Whether you’re diving Catalina Island, the Channel Islands, local kelp forests, or preparing for cold-water dive travel, the Mares Pro Therm 8/7mm Hooded Wetsuit delivers dependable warmth, mobility, and durability.
This isn’t just a wetsuit—it’s cold-water protection you can trust dive after dive.
