Built from Experience. Refined in Every Detail.
The Men's Essentials Rear-Zip Surf Top takes everything we’ve learned from developing the Essentials Pro Series wetsuit and distills it into a lightweight performance layer built for cooler mornings, windy crossings, and long sessions in changing conditions.
Version 2.0 features a completely redesigned anatomical pattern that improves shoulder mobility, eliminates traditional armpit seams to reduce chafing, and moves more naturally through every paddle stroke. We upgraded the thermal interior with plush Magma Plush™ lining across the core, refined the fit from top to bottom, and reinforced critical construction details for greater durability in demanding conditions.
Every feature has a purpose. From the low-profile rear zip entry and Smoothskin neck seal to the silicone wrist grips and structural board short attachment loop, this is a surf top built to disappear while you focus on the water.
Materials
- 1.5mm Yamamoto #40 eco-friendly limestone neoprene
- Glue & Double Blind Stitched (GDBS) construction
- Ultra-soft jersey exterior
- Magma Plush™ thermal lining on chest and back panels
- Superstretch lining in arms for unrestricted mobility
- 300% multi-axis stretch construction
Construction
- Updated anatomical shoulder and arm pattern
- Seam-free armpit construction to eliminate chafing
- Embossed inner elbow panels for increased flexibility
- Internal heat-tape reinforcement on critical seams
- Smoothskin neck seal to reduce flushing
- Silicone grip print inside wrist openings
- Tapered lower opening for a secure hip fit
- Rear-zip entry with Velcro zipper stop
- Structural front webbing loop for board short attachment
Features
- Redesigned anatomical V2 pattern for unrestricted paddling
- Magma Plush™ thermal lining for enhanced warmth and comfort
- Glue & Double Blind Stitched (GDBS) construction
- Internal heat-taped reinforcement in critical stress areas
- Seam-free underarm construction for maximum comfort
- Embossed elbow panels for unrestricted movement
- Smoothskin neck seal minimizes water flushing
- Silicone wrist grips help keep sleeves securely in place
- Tapered lower hem reduces ride-up
- Designed in Hawaii
Why We Built It
Using the same philosophy behind our Pro Series wetsuits, we redesigned the fit to move naturally while paddling, upgraded the core with Magma Plush™ thermal lining, eliminated traditional underarm seams, and reinforced every critical area for long-term durability.
The result is a lightweight performance layer that delivers warmth where you need it, unrestricted mobility where you demand it, and the reliability to handle everything from dawn patrol surf sessions to military and expedition water operations.
