Patagonia Yulex Impact Vest

Worn alone or under a wetsuit, the Yulex® Impact Suit features 1.5mm neoprene, a high-stretch 100% recycled polyester lining and flexible foam panels for increased flotation and body protection in heavy and hazardous surf. Made for all temperatures.

With flexible foam panels for supplemental flotation and impact protection, the formfitting Yulex® Padded Big Wave Vest is made with 1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated to high-stretch 88% recyled polyester/12% spandex jersey. Suggested water temperatures: 65-75°/18-23° C. Giant Tahiti or grinding outer reefs, the Yulex® Padded Big Wave Vest offers critical protection in heavy and hazardous surf. Built from durable 1mm and 1.5mm neoprene laminated to high-stretch 88% recycled polyester/12% spandex jersey, the formfitting design includes 11 ergonomically patterned 22mm EVA foam panels for uppder-body padding and supplemental flotation in high-impact situations. 

Foam edges around the armholes are skived at 45 degrees for maximum range of motion; flatlock and zigzag sewing construction offers excellent strength and durability; spandex bindings along the neck, armholes and bottom hem provided a secure and comfortable fit. Nylon reinforcements at the centre-front, back and side provide board-short tie-in compatability.

Specs & Features

Made with Natural Rubber
85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content; the natural rubber is Forest Stewardship Council® certified by Preferred by Nature™
Recycled Polyester Linings with Water-Based Glue
Stretchy, solution-dyed linings; interior: 100% recycled polyester jersey; exterior: 88% recycled polyester/12% recycled spandex; lining and exterior fabrics laminated with solvent-free AquaA™ glue
Protective Padding
Anatomically placed 22mm foam panels offer additional flotation and impact protection while still allowing a full range of motion
Easy Pull-On Design
Pullover design is entered from the bottom
Strong and Stretchy
Folded recycled spandex bindings secured with double-needle coverstitching at the neck, armholes and hem increase comfort and strength
Durably Built
Flatlock seam construction for maximum durability
Supporting the People Who Made This Product
Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labor
Country Of Origin
Made in Thailand.
Weight
550 g (19.4 oz)

Materials

• Body: 1.5mm 85% Yulex® natural rubber/15% synthetic rubber by polymer content, lined with high-stretch 100% recycled polyester jersey
• Exterior: 88% recycled polyester/12% recycled spandex
• Impact panels: 22mm EVA foam
• Natural rubber is from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by Preferred by Nature™
• Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory
• Care Instructions: Hand Wash, Do Not Bleach, Drip Dry, Do Not Iron, Do Not Dry Clean