{"product_id":"5mm-shark-bite-resistant-hooded-wetsuit-steamer","title":"5mm FLEX Chest Zip Wetsuit Steamer With Hood | Shark Stop","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eMaximum Agility. Cold-Water Protection: The Shark Stop FLEX 5mm Hooded Steamer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eDon’t let the cold, or the \"what-ifs\", shorten your session.\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"63\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eShark Stop FLEX\u003c\/b\u003e range is engineered for those who need high-performance mobility without leaving safety to chance. This 5mm hooded model is our ultimate cold-water solution, blending our signature \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"260\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ebite-resistant technology\u003c\/b\u003e with a high-stretch architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eDesigned for the athlete who moves constantly, the FLEX range uses a specialized placement of protective material that allows for an unrestricted paddle and a natural range of motion, even in the heaviest conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe image is a digital render and may not precisely represent the finalised product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy the FLEX 5mm Hooded is your cold-water essential:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eHigh-Stretch Safety:\u003c\/b\u003e Features our \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"34\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eUHMWPE fiber, \u003c\/b\u003ea material tougher than steel, integrated into a design that prioritises flexibility so you can move, paddle, and dive without resistance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eIntegrated Thermal Hood:\u003c\/b\u003e A built-in hood significantly reduces heat loss from the head and prevents \"ice cream headaches\" during duck dives and deep descents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eSuperior 5mm Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for cold-water environments (\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"63\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e12–18°C\u003c\/b\u003e), providing maximum thermal retention for those long, winter swells or deep-water explorations.\u003cspan class=\"citation-10\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-citation-10\"\u003eMinimal-Flush Chest Zip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-citation-10\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe streamlined front-entry system and hood\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-citation-10\"\u003evirtually eliminate water flushing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-citation-10 gmail-citation-end-10\"\u003e, keeping your internal temperature regulated in freezing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-citation-10 gmail-citation-end-10\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImpact \u0026amp; Abrasion Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeyond shark protection, the FLEX material acts as a rugged shield against reef cuts, foil strikes, and gear abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003eEco-Engineered:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with premium materials designed to withstand the harshest elements, ensuring your suit lasts longer and stays out of the landfill.\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\"\u003eTrust is built on evidence. Our bite-resistant technology is the result of years of peer-reviewed research:\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 FLEX 5mm Hooded 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 Surfers \u0026amp; Divers\u003c\/b\u003e who need maximum warmth, and maximum flexibility in temperatures below 18°C.\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\"\u003eFoilers \u0026amp; Kiteboarders\u003c\/b\u003e in cold climates seeking protection from both sharks and high-speed foil strikes.\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\"\u003eWinter Explorers\u003c\/b\u003e who want the security of a bite-resistant barrier without the bulk of a traditional \"heavy\" suit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003eAnyone\u003c\/b\u003e looking for the ultimate combination of warmth, flexibility, and peace of mind.\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 href=\"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/pages\/size-chart\" title=\"Shark Stop Size Chart\" rel=\"noopener\" 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 href=\"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/pages\/contact-1\" title=\"Contact Shark Stop\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReach out to our team\u003c\/a\u003e for personalised sizing support. A 5mm suit needs a perfect seal to work its best, we’re here to help you find it.\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":44898342174891,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-S","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SML \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342273195,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-SDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MED \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342305963,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-M","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MED \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342437035,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-MDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LRG \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342502571,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-L","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LRG \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342633643,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-LDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLG \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342699179,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-XL","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLG \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342797483,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-XLDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Standard (ST) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342830251,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-2XL","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Double Tall (DT) \/ 5mm","offer_id":44898342895787,"sku":"SHARKWS5CZF-2XLDT","price":1259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/2115\/8571\/files\/5mm-flex-chest-zip-wetsuit-steamer-with-hood-shark-stop-5023485.jpg?v=1779202746","url":"https:\/\/sharkstop.co\/products\/5mm-shark-bite-resistant-hooded-wetsuit-steamer","provider":"sharkstop.co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}