Lavacore Women's Front Zip Polytherm Full Suit
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Overview
The Lavacore Women’s Front Zip Polytherm Full Suit is a lightweight, flexible exposure suit designed for scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, paddling, and other watersports. Wear it on its own in warmer water and surface conditions, or layer it beneath a traditional neoprene wetsuit when additional warmth is needed in cooler environments.
Lavacore’s multi-layer Polytherm construction combines a water-resistant, quick-drying exterior with a breathable, windproof middle layer and a soft antibacterial fleece interior. Four-way stretch, flatlock construction, and full underarm gussets provide excellent mobility, while the front-zip design makes the suit convenient to put on and remove.
Best For
- Warm-water scuba diving and snorkeling
- Layering beneath a neoprene wetsuit for additional warmth
- Surfing, paddling, boating, and other watersports
- Divers who want lightweight exposure protection without added buoyancy
- Travel where a compact, quick-drying exposure suit is useful
Key Features
- Versatile Full-Suit Protection: Can be worn as a stand-alone exposure suit in warmer conditions or as an insulating layer beneath a wetsuit.
- Water-Resistant Outer Layer: Durable Water Repellent treatment encourages water to run off the exterior and helps the suit dry quickly.
- Windproof Middle Layer: Helps reduce wind chill before and after dives or during surface activities.
- Breathable Construction: Middle layer helps move perspiration away from the body during warmer conditions and active use.
- Antibacterial Inner Fleece: Soft interior is designed to provide warmth and comfort while helping minimize odor and bacterial buildup.
- Four-Way Stretch: Flexible construction allows the suit to move naturally with the body for improved comfort and mobility.
- Neutral Buoyancy: Designed to avoid adding unnecessary buoyancy compared with traditional neoprene insulation.
- Flatlock Seam Construction: Seams are overlapped during flatlock sewing to improve durability and help maintain water integrity.
- Full Underarm Gussets: Provides additional stretch and range of motion through the shoulders and arms.
- Front-Zip Design: Makes the full suit easier to put on and remove.
Specifications
- Brand: Lavacore
- Product Type: Women’s Full-Length Exposure Suit
- Series: Polytherm
- Entry: Front Zip
- Stretch: Four-Way Stretch
- Middle Layer: Windproof & Breathable
- Outer Treatment: Durable Water Repellent
- Interior: Antibacterial Fleece
- Buoyancy: Neutral
- Seams: Overlapped Flatlock Construction
- Underarm Construction: Full Gusset
Fit & Sizing
For the best fit, compare your height, weight, bust, waist, hips, and inseam measurements with the Lavacore Women’s Polytherm size chart below. Alpha-size equivalents are included for easier selection.
| Alpha Size | US | UK | EU | Height | Weight | Bust | Waist | Hips | Inseam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3XS | 0 | 4 | 32 | 4'7"–4'9" / 140–145 cm | 70–90 lbs / 32–41 kg | 26–29 in / 66–74 cm | 18–21 in / 46–53 cm | 27–31 in / 68–79 cm | 24–26 in / 60–65 cm |
| 2XS | 2 | 6 | 34 | 4'9"–4'11" / 145–150 cm | 80–100 lbs / 36–45 kg | 28–31 in / 71–79 cm | 20–23 in / 51–58 cm | 29–33 in / 73–84 cm | 25–27 in / 63–68 cm |
| XS | 4 | 8 | 36 | 4'11"–5'1" / 150–155 cm | 90–110 lbs / 41–50 kg | 30–33 in / 76–84 cm | 22–25 in / 56–63 cm | 31–35 in / 78–89 cm | 26–28 in / 66–71 cm |
| SM | 6 | 10 | 38 | 5'1"–5'3" / 155–160 cm | 100–120 lbs / 45–54 kg | 32–35 in / 81–89 cm | 24–27 in / 61–68 cm | 33–37 in / 84–94 cm | 27–29 in / 68–73 cm |
| SMW | 6W | 10W | 38W | 5'1"–5'4" / 155–163 cm | 120–145 lbs / 54–66 kg | 36–39 in / 91–99 cm | 28–31 in / 71–79 cm | 37–41 in / 94–104 cm | 27–29 in / 68–73 cm |
| MD | 8 | 12 | 40 | 5'3"–5'6" / 160–168 cm | 115–140 lbs / 52–63 kg | 34–37 in / 86–94 cm | 26–29 in / 66–73 cm | 35–39 in / 89–99 cm | 28–30 in / 71–76 cm |
| MDW | 8W | 12W | 40W | 5'3"–5'6" / 160–168 cm | 135–160 lbs / 61–73 kg | 38–41 in / 96–104 cm | 30–33 in / 76–84 cm | 39–43 in / 99–109 cm | 28–30 in / 71–76 cm |
| ML | 10 | 14 | 42 | 5'5"–5'8" / 165–173 cm | 130–155 lbs / 59–70 kg | 36–39 in / 91–99 cm | 28–31 in / 71–78 cm | 37–41 in / 94–104 cm | 29–31 in / 73–79 cm |
| MLW | 10W | 14W | 42W | 5'5"–5'8" / 165–173 cm | 150–175 lbs / 68–79 kg | 40–43 in / 101–109 cm | 32–35 in / 81–89 cm | 41–44 in / 104–112 cm | 29–31 in / 73–79 cm |
| LG | 12 | 16 | 44 | 5'7"–5'10" / 170–178 cm | 145–170 lbs / 66–77 kg | 38–41 in / 96–104 cm | 30–33 in / 76–84 cm | 39–43 in / 99–109 cm | 30–32 in / 76–81 cm |
| LGW | 12W | 16W | 44W | 5'7"–5'10" / 170–178 cm | 165–190 lbs / 75–86 kg | 42–45 in / 106–114 cm | 34–37 in / 86–94 cm | 43–46 in / 109–117 cm | 30–32 in / 76–81 cm |
| XL | 14 | 18 | 46 | 5'9"–6' / 175–183 cm | 160–185 lbs / 73–84 kg | 40–43 in / 101–109 cm | 32–35 in / 81–89 cm | 41–44 in / 104–112 cm | 31–33 in / 79–84 cm |
| XLW | 14W | 18W | 46W | 5'9"–6' / 175–183 cm | 185–210 lbs / 84–95 kg | 44–47 in / 112–119 cm | 36–39 in / 91–99 cm | 45–48 in / 114–122 cm | 31–33 in / 79–84 cm |
| 2XL | 16 | 20 | 48 | 5'11"–6'2" / 180–188 cm | 180–205 lbs / 82–93 kg | 42–45 in / 106–114 cm | 34–37 in / 86–94 cm | 43–46 in / 109–117 cm | 32–34 in / 81–86 cm |
W Size Note: Lavacore states that W sizes are designed for curvier women of average height.
Layering & Use
The Polytherm Full Suit can be worn by itself when conditions call for lightweight full-body exposure protection. In cooler water, it can also be worn beneath a standard neoprene wetsuit to add another insulating layer without the bulk of a second neoprene garment.
Because water temperature, activity level, dive duration, depth, weather, and individual cold tolerance all affect thermal comfort, Lavacore does not provide a single universal temperature rating for every diver or activity.
Sun Protection
Lavacore literature supplied for this suit lists sun protection, but the provided specifications contain two different ratings: UPF 50+ in one source and SPF 30+ in another. Because those values conflict, a specific protection rating is not stated here. Refer to the current garment labeling or Lavacore documentation for the applicable sun-protection rating for this exact suit.
What's Included
- One Lavacore Women’s Front Zip Polytherm Full Suit in the selected size
FAQs
Can the Lavacore Polytherm Full Suit be worn by itself?
Yes. It can be used as a stand-alone full-body exposure suit in warmer water and surface conditions.
Can I wear it underneath a wetsuit?
Yes. The lightweight, flexible design makes it suitable for layering beneath a conventional neoprene wetsuit when additional warmth is desired.
Is Lavacore neutrally buoyant?
Yes. Lavacore describes the material as neutrally buoyant, so it does not add the same type of positive buoyancy associated with traditional neoprene insulation.
Is the suit windproof?
The middle layer is designed to provide wind resistance and help reduce wind chill during surface exposure.
Does it dry quickly?
Yes. The water-resistant exterior encourages water runoff and is designed for fast drying.
Does it stretch?
Yes. Four-way stretch fabric and full underarm gussets provide flexibility and a wide range of motion.
Does this suit have a specific water-temperature rating?
No universal temperature rating is provided. Appropriate exposure protection depends on water temperature, dive duration, depth, activity level, weather, and individual cold tolerance.
Care & Maintenance
Rinse the suit thoroughly with fresh water after each use, especially after exposure to saltwater or chlorine. Allow it to dry completely before storage and avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat or direct sunlight. Follow Lavacore’s garment-care instructions to help maintain the fabric, stretch, water-repellent treatment, and seam construction.
Expert Insight
The Lavacore Women’s Front Zip Polytherm Full Suit is particularly versatile because it fills the gap between a lightweight skin and a traditional wetsuit. Its wind-resistant, quick-drying construction works well on its own for warmer conditions, while its low-bulk, neutrally buoyant design makes it a practical insulating layer when conditions call for additional exposure protection.
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