Huish Outdoors BARE Velocity Ultra 7mm User manual

BARE Wetsuit Manual BA.06.05.0002 RevB | May 2021
WETSUIT MANUAL

BARE Wetsuit Manual BA.06.05.0002 RevB | May 2021
BARE® WETSUIT MANUAL
This manual is provided in accordance with EN 14225-1:2017. REGULATION (EU) 2016/425
The products described in the manual are manufactured according to the specifications set by
Bare® Sports Europe Ltd, a Division of Huish Outdoors, LLC.
BARE® Sports Europe, LTD
B19
Bulebel Industrail Estate
Zejtun ZTN3000, Malta
Huish Outdoors, LLC
1540 North 2200 West
Salt Lake City, Utah
84116, USA
This manual describes materials and construction of BARE® wetsuits as well as the use and care of those wetsuits.
All Wetsuits sold by Huish Outdoors - BARE Sports Europe in the EU meet the following
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:
For Velocity Ultra 7mm & 5mm Full, 8/7 Velocity Ultra
Semi-Dry, Nixie/S-Flex 7mm & 5mm Full,
Nixie/S-Flex Hooded Full:
Directive
89/686/EEC
Reference Standards
EN14225-1:2005
For Nixie Ultra, Revel/Elate 7mm & 5mm Full:
Regulation (EU)
2016/425
Reference Standards
EN14225-1:2017
RINA Services S.p.A
Via Corsica, 12 - 16128 Genova
Italia (N.B. 0474)
For Reactive/Evoke 7mm and 5mm Full:
Regulation (EU)
2016/425
Reference Standards
EN14225-1:2017
VOJENSKÝ TECHNICKÝ ÚSTAV, S.P.,
MLADOBOLESLAVSKÁ 944, KBELY, 197
00 PRAHA 9,
CZ, (N.B. 2452)
Declaration of Conformity - www.huishoutdoors.com/eu-declarations/

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INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
Thank you for choosing BARE®. We strive to provide the best fit, craftsmanship and innovation in dive and watersport
exposure protection. These factors are essential to warmth and comfort during your dive or watersport activities.
This manual is designed to answer most of the questions you may have about our wetsuit products. However, should
you have follow up questions or need more information please do not hesitate to contact your authorized BARE® dealer,
service center or to contact BARE® directly through our website www.baresports.com.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE FOR DIVERS
BARE® recommends that ALL divers obtain the required training to include learning how to use this product under the
direct supervision of a certified diving instructor BEFORE using this product underwater. To safely use BARE® wetsuits,
divers must use enough weight to maintain neutral buoyancy with an empty SCUBA cylinder. Wearing more weight than
this is not necessary and may be dangerous. If the diver is properly weighted, he or she should be able to remain neutrally
buoyant at a depth of 3 meters (10 feet) in order to complete a safety stop while wearing a cylinder with 30 bar (500 psi)
or less of cylinder pressure.
HYPERBARIC EXPOSURES
Divers should be aware that exposure to hyperbaric pressures will decrease the thermal protection of any wetsuit due to
compression of the material. This decrease may be substantial, and divers should be aware of the thermal ratings of the
exposure protection selected at the depths the diver plans to dive.
Compression of the wetsuit material during the course of the dive will also result in significant reductions in the suits
inherent buoyancy. Divers should never rely upon the wetsuit as a buoyancy device and ALL dives must be completed
using a buoyancy compensating device equipped to compensate for the loss of wetsuit buoyancy during the course of the
dive.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE FOR ALL USERS
WARNING - NEVER RELY ON YOUR BARE® WETSUIT AS A BUOYANCY OR FLOTATION SAFETY DEVICE.
WARNING –INSPECT YOUR WETSUIT CAREFULLY BEFORE EACH USE.
It is important to visually inspect your wetsuit for tears or damage, and to ensure the proper operation of each zipper
prior to each use of the suit. The suit may only be serviced by an Authorized BARE® Dealer or an Authorized BARE®
Service Center. Unauthorized service or suit modification may void your BARE® wetsuit warranty and may render your
wetsuit unsafe for use.

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BARE® WETSUITS SPECIFICATIONS
BARE® wetsuits are made of neoprene rubber containing “L foam” which is resistant to compression when exposed to
increased hyperbaric pressures during the course of the dive. BARE® wetsuits come in a variety of thicknesses ranging
from 1mm to 8mm and some accessories like hoods may be up to 9mm thick. All BARE® wetsuits are constructed with
various knitted outer shells to provide flexibility and durability and various knitted interior linings which vary by the
specific model of the wetsuit as specified below:
Our wetsuit models with FULL Omnired internal lining, have an exterior shell of nylon/spandex, and an interior lining of
thermally reactive Omnired polyester yarn/polyester.
Our wetsuit models with PARTIAL Omnired internal lining, have an exterior shell of nylon/spandex, and a partial interior lining
of thermally reactive Omnired yarn/nylon/spandex, and thermally reactive yarn/polyester. The remaining lining is 100% nylon.
Our wetsuit models with NO Omnired internal lining, have an exterior shell of nylon/spandex, and an interior lining of nylon.
ZIPPERS
BARE® wetsuits are constructed with a back-entry zipper for our standard wetsuits and either a cross chest front entry
zipper or a cross zip back entry zipper for our semi-dry suits. Some models may also include the use of ankle zippers,
wrist zippers and a relief zipper at the neckline. All wetsuit models adopt the use of plastic zippers.
Regardless of the position of the zipper it is important to ensure that all zippers are free of dirt, sand and other debris
before donning your wetsuit. All zippers should be placed in the open position before donning the wetsuit. When closing
the zipper it is important to take care to be sure any under-garments and any protective flaps covering the zipper (under
or over flaps) are not obstructing the path of the zipper during the closing process. Catching undergarments or the
neoprene flaps in the zipper teeth while opening or closing the zipper may damage the zipper and this damage may not be
covered under warranty.
When closing zippers, it is important to pull the zipper slide slowly and in line with the zipper teeth (parallel to the zipper
teeth). This is especially critical in back zipper wetsuits - when using the zipper pull on back-zip wetsuits, the user should
take care to pull the zipper straight up the back, in line with the zippers positioning. Pulling the zipper to either side while
closing, will increase the possibility of snagging the zipper on the wetsuit material and the possibility of misaligning the
teeth of the zipper. Either of these situations may cause damage to the zipper. To ensure the most comfortable fit, be sure
to pull each zipper until it is fully closed and resting (not forced) against the zipper stop. This will help to minimize water
entry into the wetsuit.
ZIPPER MAINTENANCE
After each use, rinse the wetsuit and the zippers with clean fresh water to prevent the buildup of deposits, such as salt,
which could obstruct and accelerate the wear of the zipper slide and zipper teeth. Zippers may be lubricated as required
for smooth operation with any commercially available product designed for the lubrication of PLASTIC zippers.

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WETSUIT SEAMS
BARE® wetsuit seams in suits thicker than 5.0mm are glued and may also be blind stitched to provide extra strength to the
seams. All BARE® wetsuits that are thicker than 5.0mm, have seams that provide a water tight seal in order to maximize heat
retention and comfort during your dive. All BARE® wetsuits with a thickness less than 5.0mm are designed for use in more
tropical or warmer waters and are seamed with a flatlock stitching.
WETSUIT FIT
In order to work effectively a wetsuit must fit closely against the body, however the wetsuit cannot be so tight that it
significantly restricts movement or so that it impacts the user’s breathing in any way. For best results consult an Authorized
BARE® wetsuit dealer for assistance in achieving the proper fit.
When a wetsuit fits you properly it will be skin tight. You should be able to:
1) Take a full deep inhalation without resistance or requiring excessive effort to expand the rib cage.
2) Join your hands above your head.
3) Reach the center of your back just below the neck.
4) Touch your toes.
5) Squat and kneel without restriction.
MEN’S SIZE CHART
WEIGHT LBS 135-155 140-165 150-175 150-180 160-185 170-195 175-200 180-205 190-215 195-220 200-225 210-235 215-240 220-245 230-255 240 - 265 250-275 260-285 270-295
KG 61-70 63-75 68-79 70-82 72-84 77-88 79-91 82-93 86-98 88-100 91-102 95-107 98-109 100-111 104-116 95-106 113-125 11812 9 122-134
HEIGHT F T/IN 5’6”-5’8” 5'5"- 5'7" 5’8”-5’10” 5’11"-6’1” 5’6”-5’8” 5’10”-6' 6’-6’2” 5’7”-5’9” 5’11"-6’1” 6’1”-6’3” 5’8”-5’10” 6’0”-6’2” 6’2”-6’4” 5’8”-5’10” 6’1”-6’3” 5'8"-5'10" 6’2”-6’4” 5'8"-5'10" 6’3”-6’5”
CM 168-173 165-170 173-178 180-184 168-173 178-183 183-188 170-175 180-185 185-191 173-178 183-188 188-193 173-178 185-191 173-178 188-193 173-178 191-196
CHEST IN 35-37 37-39 37-39 37-39 39-41 39-41 39-41 41-43 41-43 41-43 43-45 43-45 43-45 45-47 45-47 47-49 47-49 49-51 49-51
CM 89-94 94-99 94-99 94-99 99-104 99-104 99-104 104-109 104-109 104-109 109-114 109-114 109-114 114-119 114-119 119-124 119-124 124-129 124-129
WAIST IN 29-31 31-33 31-33 31-33 33-35 33-35 33-35 35-37 35-37 35-37 37-39 37-39 37-39 39-41 39-41 41-43 41-43 43-45 43-45
CM 74-79 79-84 79-84 79-84 84-89 84-89 84-89 89-94 89-94 89-94 94-99 94-99 94-99 99-104 99-104 104-109 104-109 109-114 109-114
HIP IN 35-37 37-39 37-39 37-39 39-41 39-41 39-41 41-43 41-43 41-43 43-45 43-45 43-45 45-47 45-47 47-49 47-49 49-51 49-51
CM 89-94 94-99 94-99 94-99 99-104 99-104 99-104 104-109 104-109 104-109 109-114 109-114 109-114 114-119 114-119 119-124 119-124 124-129 124-129
TORSO IN 27 3/8 26 7/8 28 3/8 29 5/8 27 5/8 29 3/8 30 5/8 28 30 31 1/4 28 1/8 30 5/8 31 7/8 28 1/2 31 1/4 28 1/2 31 7/8 28 1/2 32 3/8
CM 70 68 72 75 70 75 78 71 76 79 71 78 81 72 79 72 81 72 82
IN
SEAM
IN 30 29 1/2 31 32 30 1/4 32 33 30 1/2 32 1/2 33 1/2 31 33 34 31 1/4 33 1/2 31 1/4 34 31 1/4 34 1/2
CM 76 75 79 81 77 81 84 77 83 85 79 84 86 79 85 79 cm 86 79 87
YOUR SIZE SMS MMT MLS ML MLT LS LLT XLS XL XLT 2XLS 2XL 3XLS 3XL 4XLS 4XL

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WOMEN’S SIZE CHART
Suits designed after 2014
Suits designed prior to 2014
DONNING YOUR WETSUIT
• Lay the wetsuit out flat and do a visual inspection as described earlier in this manual.
• Proceed only if you deem the wetsuit to be in good condition.
• Remove jewelry and other sharp or jagged objects that may cut the wetsuit material and the seals in the wrist, ankle
and neck areas.
• Open all zippers.
• Roll the top of the wetsuit over the outside of the lower wetsuit to the waist or crotch level
• While seated – grasp the leg of the suit and ease your foot into the suit until the foot passes completely through the
ankle seal. Grasp around the leg to work the suit up, do not grab folded pieces of material and tug or pull.
• AVOID PINCHING THE WETSUIT as you pull it up.
• Repeat with the other leg.
• Stand and work the crotch of the wetsuit up until it fits against the body.
• Roll the remainder of the wetsuit up the body and place the arms into the wetsuit.
HEIGHT F T/IN 5’2”-5’4” 5’3”-5’5” 5’5”-5’7” 5’4”-5’6” 5’7”-5’9” 5’4”-5’6” 5’5”-5’7” 5’9”-5’11" 5’5”-5’7” 5’6”-5’8” 5’6”-5’8” 5’7”-5’9” 5’7”-5’9” 5’8”-5’10”
CM 157-163 160-165 165-170 163-168 168-173 163-168 165-170 175-180 165-170 168-173 168-173 170-175 170-175 173-178
CHEST IN 30-32 32-34 32-34 34-36 34-36 37-39 36-38 36-38 39-41 38-40 41-43 40-42 43-45 42-44
CM 76-81 81-86 81-86 86-91 86-91 94-99 91-97 91-97 99-104 97-102 104-109 102-107 109-114 107-112
WAIST IN 23-25 25-27 25-27 27-29 27-29 33-35 29-31 29-31 35-37 31-33 37-39 33-35 39-41 35-37
CM 58-64 64-69 64-69 69-74 69-74 84-89 74-79 74-79 89-94 79-84 94-99 84-89 99-104 89-94
HIP IN 33-35 35-37 35-37 37-39 37-39 43-45 39-41 39-41 45-47 41-43 47-49 43-45 49-51 45-47
CM 84-89 89-94 89-94 94-99 94-99 109-114 99-104 99-104 114-119 104-109 119-125 109-114 125-130 114-119
TORSO IN 23 3/4 24 1/8 24 7/8 24 1/2 25 3/4 24 1/2 24 7/8 26 5/8 24 7/8 25 1/4 25 1/4 25 5/8 25 5/8 26
CM 60 61 63 62 65 62 63 68 63 64 64 65 65 66
INSEAM IN 29 7/8 30 1/2 31 3/4 31 1/8 33 31 1/8 31 3/4 34 31 3/4 32 3/8 32 3/8 33 33 33 5/8
CM 75 77 81 79 84 79 81 86 81 82 82 84 84 85
WEIGHT LBS 110-125 120-135 130-150 125-145 135-155 140-165 140-160 150-170 155-180 150-175 165-190 160-185 175-205 170-195
KG 52-59 55-61 57-66 57-66 61-70 64-75 64-73 68-77 70-82 68-80 75-86 73-84 80-93 77-89
YOUR SIZE 2 4 4TALL 66TALL 6+ 88TALL 8+ 10 10+ 12 12+ 14
WEIGHT LBS
KG
HEIGHT FT/IN
CM
CHEST IN
CM
WAIST IN
CM
HIP IN
CM
INSEAM IN
CM
YOUR SIZE
90-105
41-48
5’1”-5’3”
155-160
30-32
76-81
22-24
56-61
32-34
81-86
29 1/4
74
4
100-115
45-52
5’2”-5’4”
157-163
31-33
79-84
24-26
61-66
34-36
86-91
29 7/8
75
6
115-125
50-57
5’3”-5’5”
160-165
32-34
81-86
25-27
64-69
35-37
89-94
30 1/2
77
8
115-135
52-61
5’5”-5’7”
165-170
32-34
81-86
25-27
64-69
35-37
89-94
31 3/4
81
8TALL
120-135
54-61
5’4”-5’6”
163-168
34-36
86-91
27-29
69-74
37-39
94-99
31 1/8
79
10
125-145
57-66
5’7”-5’9”
170-175
34-36
86-91
27-29
69-74
37-39
94-99
32 7/8
84
10TALL
135-155
61-70
5’4”-5’6”
163-168
37-39
94-99
33-35
84-89
43-45
109-114
31 1/8
79
10+
130-145
59-66
5’5”-5’7”
165-170
35-37
89-94
28-30
71-76
38-40
97-102
31 3/4
81
12
135-155
61-70
5’9”-5’11”
175-180
35-37
89-94
28-30
71-76
38-40
97-102
34
86
12TALL
145-165
66-75
5’5”-5’7”
165-170
38-40
97-102
34-36
86-91
44-46
112-117
31 3/4
81
12+
135-155
61-70
5’6”-5’8”
168-173
37-39
94-99
30-32
76-81
40-42
102-107
32 3/8
82
14
155-175
70-79
5’6”-5’8”
168-173
40-42
102-107
36-38
91-96
46-48
117-122
32 1/8
82
14+
145-165
66-75
5’7”-5’9”
170-175
38-40
97-102
31-33
79-84
41-43
104-109
33
84
16
155-175
70-79
5’8”-5’10”
173-178
40-42
102-107
33-35
84-89
43-45
109-114
33 5/8
85
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• Extend the arms up over the head and work the wetsuit onto the arms.
• NOTE: Users with long finger nails should cup the fingers into the palm during this step to avoid cutting or tearing the
seal with the fingernails.
• For back-zip pull the back zipper pull smoothly and gently upward moving it as vertical as possible until it reaches the
stop. Take care to ensure any undergarments and the zipper flaps are not caught in the zipper slide or teeth.
• OR - For cross chest zipper and cross back zipper wetsuits – work the head through the neck seal (or attached hood
opening), and position the wetsuit so that the zipper lies flat against the body. Then, pull the cross wetsuit zipper
slowly and gently across the body until it reaches the stop. Take care to insure any undergarments and the zipper
flaps are not caught in the zipper slide or teeth.
• If equipped with wrist and ankle zippers fold the underlying gussets flat and close these zippers taking care not to
catch the gusset material in the zipper teeth or slider.
USING YOUR WETSUIT
Like all exposure protection BARE® wetsuits must be used with reasonable limits. BARE® wetsuits should not be used for
diving unless the user has completed SCUBA certification training under the supervision of a properly certified and industry
recognized SCUBA Diving Instructor.
DO NOT:
• Exceed the maximum depth for which you are qualified and certified.
• Use the wetsuit in contaminated or polluted environments, nor in toxic or hydrocarbon-rich waters.
• Use the wetsuit as a buoyancy or safety flotation device.
• Use the wetsuit with any weight system that is not equipped with a quick-release system.
RISK FACTORS
Like all diving activities the use of a BARE® wetsuits carries certain inherent risk.
HYPERTHERMIA and HYPOTHERMIA
Wearing a neoprene wetsuit on the surface in warm weather can create a hazardous situation. The wetsuit disrupts the
body’s ability to cool itself and can therefore allow the body to overheat in even moderate temperatures. Care must be taken
to keep cool and well hydrated pre and post activity. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to hyperthermia which can
cause significant injury or death.
BARE® wetsuits provide excellent thermal protection however no wetsuit can actually keep your body warm. The purpose
of a wetsuit is to slow the body’s loss of heat and to therefore allow extended periods of comfortable and safe exposures to
the underwater world. Users must be aware of their thermal stress levels and take care to exit the water before they become
chilled. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to excessive cooling of the body’s core temperature, hypothermia, which
can cause significant injury or even death.
The temperature ranges in which wetsuits are recommended is determined by thermal ranges established in EU regulations
shown below. The thermal ratings for specific models and thicknesses of BARE® wetsuits are shown on the last page of this
manual.

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WET SUIT THERMAL PROTECTION CLASS
The Thermal Protection Class of the particular wetsuit is stated in the interior labels of your wetsuit.
ALLERGIES
A small percentage of the population is known to experience allergic reactions to neoprene, polyester, nylon or latex. Make
sure you do not suffer from allergies to these materials before purchasing or using any wetsuit containing them.
POST-USE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Inspect your wetsuit after every use to insure it has not been damaged.
• Damaged wetsuits should be returned to a BARE® authorized dealer for immediate service.
• Never use Aquaseal/Aquasure to repair your wetsuit. Doing so will void the warranty.
• Rinse your wetsuit in flowing fresh water to remove salt and other deposits after each use.
• Hang the wetsuit away from direct sunlight in a position that allows water to drip from the wetsuit and allow it to
completely air dry inside and out before storing.
• The wetsuit should be periodically washed with mild detergent either by hand or on the delicate cycle in washing
machine.
• Store your dry wetsuit in a cool, dry place, preferably hanging from a wide shoulder hanger that will not stress and
damage the shoulders of your wetsuit.
• When your wetsuit reaches the end of its useful life, it must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
• For transporting the suit, although no special packaging is required, ensure the suit is stored away from any items
which may damage the neoprene.
THERMAL RATINGS
Thermal performance classes of materials based on their immersed thermal resistance at 1 bar and 6 bar.

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ICONS AND MARKINGS GLOSSARY
Professional
Cleaning Process
Ironing
Process
Drying
Process
Bleaching
Process
Washing
Process
NORMAL WASH AT 30°
TUMBLE DRYING AT NORMAL
(80°C) TEMPERATURE ALLOWED
TUMBLE DRYING AT LOW (60°C)
TEMPERATURE ALLOWED
MILD WASH AT 30° VERY MILD WASH AT 30°
DO NOT TUMBLE DRY
DO NOT WASH
NORMAL WASH AT 40°
LINE DRY
MILD WASH AT 40°
DRIP LINE DRY
VERY MILD WASH AT 40°
FLAT DRY DRIP FLAT DRY
NORMAL WASH AT 60°
LINE DRY IN SHADE
IRON AT 200°C MAX
DRY CLEAN,
TETRACHLOROETHYLENE AND
ALL SOLVENTS LISTED FOR
SYMBOL F NORMAL PROCESS
ANY BLEACHING ALLOWED
MILD WASH AT 60°
DRIP LINE DRY IN SHADE
IRON AT 150°C MAX
DRY CLEAN,
HYDROCARBON SOLVENT ONLY
NORMAL PROCESS
ONLY NON-CHLORINE
BLEACH ALLOWED
VERY MILD WASH AT 60°
FLAT DRY IN SHADE
IRON AT 110°C MAX
DO NOT DRY CLEAN
DRIP FLAT DRY IN SHADE
DO NOT IRON
DO NOT BLEACH
HAND WASH ONLY

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