Bare Arctic 7mm Shorty

The BARE Arctic 7 mm Shorty is a hooded sleeveless shorty wetsuit (often called a “step-in jacket” or “hooded vest”) designed to be worn over a full wetsuit to increase insulation in very cold water.

It covers the torso and head while leaving the arms free, adding an extra thermal layer for cold-water scuba diving. This configuration is commonly used in places with 40–60 °F (4–15 °C) water temperatures.

Divers often combine it with a 7 mm full wetsuit (called a “7 on 7” setup) to significantly increase warmth.

Key Specifications

• Type: Hooded shorty / sleeveless wetsuit vest

• Thickness: 7 mm neoprene

• Material: High-density N2S neoprene for insulation and flexibility

• Hood: Integrated 7 mm hood with trim-to-fit face seal

• Entry: Heavy-duty front zipper for easy donning over a full wetsuit

• Seams: Double-glued and stitched construction

• Arm seals: Neoprene gasket-style seals to reduce water flushing