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Why We Love It
Cold water swimming is a whole lot more enjoyable when warmth and comfort are working in your favour. The Orca Vitalis Thermal Men’s Openwater Wetsuit is designed to help you stay protected during winter training sessions, long endurance swims, and cooler ocean conditions without sacrificing mobility in the water. The added buoyancy helps reduce fatigue over distance, while the thermal lining and advanced sealing systems keep body heat locked in so you can focus on your stroke, not the temperatu
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The Vitalis Thermal Men combines high-thickness neoprene panels with Thermal X inner lining technology to deliver excellent insulation and warmth for cold-water swimming. Panels up to 4.5mm thick increase thermal protection and buoyancy, helping swimmers maintain efficiency and conserve energy during long sessions in colder conditions.
A secondary “Batwing” neoprene layer across the back acts as a thermal seal, reducing cold water entry and improving heat retention throughout the swim. Flexible 39+ and 39FS neoprene technologies in the shoulders and underarms enhance elasticity and range of motion, helping maintain a smooth, unrestricted stroke despite the additional insulation.
Fast Facts
- Thermal X inner lining
- 4.5mm thermal neoprene panels
- Batwing thermal barrier layer
- Flexible 39+ shoulder neoprene
- Neutral buoyancy swim profile
- Cold water swim protection
- Includes protective fabric gloves
- Neoprene 95%, polyamide (nylon) 5%
- Open water training focused
| Size | Chest (cm) | Height (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 85 - 91 | 157 - 170 | 55 - 61 |
| 5 | 90 - 95 | 162 - 172 | 61 - 66 |
| 6 | 95 - 99 | 167 - 175 | 67 - 74 |
| MT (6T) | 95 - 99 | 177 - 188 | 68 - 76 |
| 7 | 98 - 104 | 173 - 185 | 75 - 82 |
| 8 | 104 - 108 | 180 - 188 | 82 - 89 |
| 9 | 108 - 113 | 185 - 193 | 89 - 97 |
| 10 | 114 - 124 | 190 - 196 | 98 - 106 |
| 11 | 123 - 134 | 193 - 200 | 107+ |
CHEST
1. For best results, take your measurements with no clothing on.
2. Place the measuring tape over the widest part of your chest.
3. Hold one end of the measuring tape in place and circle your chest, keeping the tape straight, until the tape reaches your starting point.
HEIGHT
1. Get a book, a hand mirror and a pencil.
2. Take off your shoes and anything you wear on your head.
3. Look for a level surface to stand on with a smooth wall behind you.
4. Stand in front of the wall with your feet together.
5. Balance the book on your head and press it against the wall. Use the mirror to check that it is in a horizontal position and well centered. Mark the position of the top of your head on the wall with pencil.
6. Once the mark is made, step away and use a measuring tape to measure the distance from the ground to the mark you just made with pencil.
WEIGHT
1. Step on the scale, without clothes or accessories, and write down your weight.
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30-Day Policy
Easy returns and exchanges within 30 days of delivery (excluding items listed below).
Tech Item Exception:
Watches, FORM goggles, headphones, heart rate monitors, recovery boots and similar tech items can only be returned if they are in their original packaging with the seal intact (unopened and unconnected). Unless faulty or covered by warranty.
Personal Care / Hygiene Items:
For hygiene and safety reasons, change of mind returns and exchanges are not accepted for personal care/hygiene items, including socks, underwear and swimwear (even if they are not marked as Final Sale). Unless faulty or covered by warranty.
Final Sale Items
Items marked as FINAL SALE cannot be returned or exchanged unless faulty or covered by warranty.
Gift Purchases
Buying a gift? Contact us at purchase to request an extended return period.
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Flexibility
39+ and 39FS technologies are incorporated in the shoulders and underarms to improve the elasticity of this wetsuit.
39+
Yamamoto 39 neoprene is combined with the high-elasticity Infinity Skin 2 lining and SCS surface coating. The smooth finish acheived with the SCS coating reduces resistance and friction in the water, improving hydrodynamics and increasing speed.
39FS
Elasticity, maximum flexibility and total freedom of movement are brought together thanks to the combination of Yamamoto 39 neoprene, Infinity Skin 2 lining and Smoothskin surface finish. With this combination, the open water swimmer will use 35% less force in fast movements and short strokes, while slower, wider movements will require 45% less force than with any other conventional wetsuit.
Buoyancy
Specific technologies have been applied to this wetsuit to enhance its buoyancy.
39 X
In the torso, Yamamoto 39 technology, which is up to 4,5 mm thick, provides maximum thermal comfort where it is needed most, without affecting the positioning of the swimmer or restricting movement. This material provides 84,5% more confort compared to not wearing a wetsuit. This high-performance Thermal X inner lining retains heat more efficiently than other conventional inner fabrics. It is also comfortable and soft to the touch.
Hydrodynamics
Its surface treatments and perfect fit, thanks to the suit's pattern and materials, enhance the hydrodynamic properties of the wetsuit.
39+
Yamamoto 39 neoprene is combined with the high-elasticity Infinity Skin 2 lining and SCS surface coating. The smooth finish achieved with the SCS coating reduces resistance and friction in the water, improving hydrodynamics and increasing speed.
Thermal Comfort
The excellent thermal properties of this wetsuit were achieved with its construction of up to 4,5 mm-thick panels together with the Thermal X inner lining. In addition, its "Batwing" hood prevents the entry of cold water through the neck and zipper areas, for increased conservation of body heat.
YKK10
YKK-10 zippers are high-performance and durable features. The sturdiness of these zippers gives them a long service life and they are of such high quality that they prevent water from flowing through the wetsuit while swimming.
Batwing
To avoid heat loss in the back through the zipper, this model has a "Batwing" construction consisting of a second layer of neoprene. This layer prevents water from seeping through the zipper and coming into direct contact with the body, keeping a layer of warm water inside. It also guarantees a very snug fit in the neck, reducing friction and water entry from the neck area into the suit.
USC
Laser cutting in the neck area combined with the Hydrolite inner lining allows the wetsuit to seal to the body and prevents chafing. This combination and seal prevent water from flowing inside the suit, improving both thermal confort and hydrodynamics for the swimmer.
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