{"product_id":"5mm-shark-bite-resistant-back-zip-wetsuit","title":"5mm CORE Back Zip Wetsuit | Shark Stop","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe Ultimate Shield for Cold Water: Shark Stop CORE 5mm Back Zip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eGo deeper, stay longer, and dive with total peace of mind.\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"63\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eShark Stop CORE 5mm Back Zip\u003c\/b\u003e is our most heavy-duty thermal suit, engineered for those who refuse to compromise on safety in cold-water environments. While the FLEX range focuses on agility, the CORE range is built for maximum coverage, featuring an increased surface area of our \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"343\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eshark bite–resistant material\u003c\/b\u003e throughout the torso and key impact zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis is more than a wetsuit, it is a rugged, 5mm cold-water armour designed to keep you warm, buoyant, and protected when you’re miles from shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy the CORE 5mm Back Zip is your ultimate cold-water companion:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eMaximum Coverage Armor:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with more \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"40\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eUHMWPE fiber\u003c\/b\u003e than our Flex range, strategically focused on the torso and vital areas to provide our highest level of puncture resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eScientifically Proven:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently tested on Great White and Tiger Sharks. Our technology is proven to \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"105\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eprevent 100% of critical injuries\u003c\/b\u003e in real-world shark interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eSuperior 5mm Thermal Core:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for temperatures between \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"61\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e12–18°C\u003c\/b\u003e, providing heavy-duty insulation for winter swells, deep dives, and long hours in the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eEasy-Entry Back Zip:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a wide-set entry and an extended pull-cord, making it the easiest suit to get in and out of, even with cold hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eInternal Flush Guard:\u003c\/b\u003e A dedicated neoprene shield sits behind the zipper to \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"76\" data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eblock cold water flushing\u003c\/b\u003e, maintaining your core temperature in demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003eBuilt to Last:\u003c\/b\u003e Our high-density materials are naturally resistant to abrasions, reef cuts, and foil strikes, ensuring your investment lasts for years of rugged use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eBacked by Science\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eWe don't just promise safety; we provide peer-reviewed proof. Our materials are at the forefront of marine safety innovation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0\"\u003e“Our findings suggest that lightweight bite-resistant materials integrated into traditional wetsuits designs offer a promising [...] approach to reduce injuries, haemorrhaging and tissue loss from the species responsible for most fatal bites globally.” — \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"255\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0\"\u003eClarke et al (2025)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIs the CORE 5mm Back Zip right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003eCold-Water Divers \u0026amp; Surfers\u003c\/b\u003e seeking the highest level of protection and insulation in temperatures below 18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003eFoilers \u0026amp; Kiteboarders\u003c\/b\u003e in cold climates who want a heavy-duty shield against both sharks and foil-strike injuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003eSpearfishers\u003c\/b\u003e working in cold, deep water who require a rugged, puncture-resistant \"final line of defense.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003eOcean Professionals\u003c\/b\u003e who need a reliable, easy-to-don suit for daily commercial work in harsh conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eSizing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eUnsure what size to choose?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shark Stop Size Chart\" href=\"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/pages\/size-chart\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView our size chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e→ \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"2\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eStill unsure?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Contact Shark Stop\" href=\"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/pages\/contact-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReach out to our team\u003c\/a\u003e for personalised sizing support. A 5mm suit provides the best protection when the fit is perfectly snug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rnc2Gd\"\u003eSustainability: Closing the Loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rnc2Gd\"\u003eWe’re committed to making our gear last, and keeping materials out of the ocean and landfill. Through our partnership with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?source=gmail\u0026amp;sa=E\u0026amp;q=https:\/\/circularflow.net\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rnc2Gd\"\u003eCircularFlow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rnc2Gd\"\u003e, we close the loop by transforming wetsuit offcuts and end-of-life suits into new, valuable materials. This ensures our resources stay in use, and out of the environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWearing a Shark Stop wetsuit will not reduce the likelihood of a shark bite or prevent death by shark bite. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe encourage people to wear a Shark Stop wetsuit when working in, or enjoying the ocean, in order to reduce the extent of bodily injury caused by shark bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe materials used in Shark Stop wetsuits are designed only to reduce the extent of skin and soft tissue penetration caused by shark bite and Shark Stop wetsuits provide no protection from the pressure impact of a shark bite (eg. bruising, crushing and\/or breaking of bones and other bodily damage) or from drowning caused by shark bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile extensive testing has been performed in the development of the materials used in Shark Stop wetsuits to reduce the degree of bodily injury caused by shark bite, Shark Stop wetsuits must not be considered as a life saving device and Shark Stop accepts no liability for personal injury and\/or death resulting from the use of Shark Stop wetsuits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shark Stop","offers":[{"title":"SML \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900428935339,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-S","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SML \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429000875,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-SDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MED \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429033643,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-M","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MED \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429099179,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-MDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LRG \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429131947,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-L","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LRG \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429197483,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-LDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLG \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429230251,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-XL","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLG \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429295787,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-XLDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429328555,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-2XL","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":45900429394091,"sku":"SHARKWS5BZC-2XLDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/2115\/8571\/files\/3mm-back-zip-wetsuit-9469448.png?v=1756333380","url":"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/products\/5mm-shark-bite-resistant-back-zip-wetsuit","provider":"sharkstop.co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}