Xcel Drylock Neoprene Hood 2mm Black
The Xcel Drylock neoprene hood 2mm offers you everything you need for your session at water temperatures around 12 ° on the water.
Among other things, the neoprene hood is equipped with the revolutionary and extremely warm Black TDC (Thermo Dry Celliant) lining. This ensures by means of the mineralized Smart Fibers that body heat is converted into infrared energy, which then warms you additionally.
In addition, the Drylock neoprene hood is equipped with "Quick Dry Fibers", which makes it dry extremely quickly and thus brings more heat. Due to the taped seams and the "Smooth Skin Seal" extremely little water penetrates into the neoprene hoods and makes them more robust.
The small peak on the forehead also protects you from the sun's rays and is a small splash protection.
Protect your head from the cold and don't let it distract you on the water!
Among other things, the neoprene hood is equipped with the revolutionary and extremely warm Black TDC (Thermo Dry Celliant) lining. This ensures by means of the mineralized Smart Fibers that body heat is converted into infrared energy, which then warms you additionally.
In addition, the Drylock neoprene hood is equipped with "Quick Dry Fibers", which makes it dry extremely quickly and thus brings more heat. Due to the taped seams and the "Smooth Skin Seal" extremely little water penetrates into the neoprene hoods and makes them more robust.
The small peak on the forehead also protects you from the sun's rays and is a small splash protection.
Special features
- TDC
- Quick Dry Fibers
- Taped seams
- Smooth-Skin Seal
- 2mm neoprene thickness
Protect your head from the cold and don't let it distract you on the water!
We want to give you a brief overview of why you should clean your wetsuit and your other neoprene parts such as neoprene gloves, shoes or hoods regularly and thoroughly and how you can best clean it. These tips are related to wetsuits here, but apply to any wetsuit equipment.
In addition to the hygiene factor, regular care also has an effect on the durability of the neoprene. If you simply hang your wetsuit out to dry in the sun after a session on the water and don't rinse out the salt water and dirt thoroughly, the neoprene can quickly become brittle and cracked. In general, we advise you not to hang your neo directly in the sun.
A little tip when putting on the wetsuit: Make sure your body is dry, then it will be much easier to put on. Neoprene sticks to wet skin.
When you have finished your session, you should rinse the wetsuit directly with clean water. Then turn it inside out and let it dry in a shady and airy place. When the wetsuit is dry, you can turn it inside out and hang it on a sturdy hanger.
Attention: Do not use the spin cycle under any circumstances!
An alternative to the washing machine is the bathtub. Simply run a small bath at 30°C and add some detergent, shower gel or dishwashing liquid and let the wetsuit soak. Then rinse thoroughly again.
Small tip: There are also great neoprene cleaners e.g. from Mystic.
Why should I clean my wetsuit?
Of course, regular and thorough cleaning of your wetsuit will improve its hygiene. It is possible for bacteria, mould or unpleasant odours to form in the worst case.In addition to the hygiene factor, regular care also has an effect on the durability of the neoprene. If you simply hang your wetsuit out to dry in the sun after a session on the water and don't rinse out the salt water and dirt thoroughly, the neoprene can quickly become brittle and cracked. In general, we advise you not to hang your neo directly in the sun.
How should I clean and care for my wetsuit?
Care begins with careful handling of the wetsuit. When putting on your wetsuit, you should not try to force your way into it, as this puts too much strain on the seams. Hectic and fast movements also put a lot of stress on the seams, so they could tear.A little tip when putting on the wetsuit: Make sure your body is dry, then it will be much easier to put on. Neoprene sticks to wet skin.
When you have finished your session, you should rinse the wetsuit directly with clean water. Then turn it inside out and let it dry in a shady and airy place. When the wetsuit is dry, you can turn it inside out and hang it on a sturdy hanger.
Can I wash my wetsuit in the washing machine?
Yes, that is no problem. Just turn it inside out and close the zipper. The wool programme or the gentle wash cycle at a maximum of 30°C is best. We recommend using a mild detergent. To remove all detergent residues, you can rinse again with water after the wash cycle.Attention: Do not use the spin cycle under any circumstances!
An alternative to the washing machine is the bathtub. Simply run a small bath at 30°C and add some detergent, shower gel or dishwashing liquid and let the wetsuit soak. Then rinse thoroughly again.
Small tip: There are also great neoprene cleaners e.g. from Mystic.
We are often asked what temperatures and weather conditions are best for which wetsuit and which neoprene thickness to use. We are also asked how neoprene shoes, neoprene gloves or neoprene caps should be used. For this purpose we have created a rough guideline below, which is based on the specifications of the manufacturer Xcel.
