Fourth Element Thermocline Vest - Men's

The Fourth Element Thermocline Vest - Men's is designed to be worn under a wetsuit. Thermocline Vest provides increased thermal protection of the body core by the equivalent of an extra 2mm of neoprene, whilst being neutrally buoyant and maintaining the freedom of movement of the arms.

It will virtually eliminate the feeling of water coming in through the zip and considerably enhance thermal protection. On its own or worn with Thermocline Shorts, the vest is perfect for core protection for summer paddling.

Equivalent to 2mm neoprene

The original neutrally buoyant wetsuit system, Fourth Element Thermocline, is lightweight, machine washable and equivalent to a 2mm neoprene wetsuit without the wetsuit, making it perfect for those allergic to neoprene. Now made using recycled ‘Ghost’ fishing nets, Thermocline is part of Fourth Element's OceanPositive collection.

Features of Fourth Element Thermocline Vest

• Neoprene free
• Equivalent to 2mm neoprene
• Outer contains 78% recycled Nylon
• Lightweight
• Wind and waterproof fabric
• Breathable
• Neutrally buoyant
• Machine washable

From our experince the below size chart from Fourth Element is on a smaller sie. We highly recommend choosing one size up at least.

SHIPPING:

We aim to dispatch all in-stock items within 2 working days but will inform you of approximate delivery times should any item on your order be out of stock or on supplier backorder due to current manufacturing or transport delays caused by global shortages and/or impeded production.

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information on delivery terms and returns.

Our current shipping rates are as follows:

• UK mainland orders £45 and over: FREE
• UK mainland orders under £45: £4.90 Fixed Rate
• Scottish Higland and Islands & Isle of Man: £9.90 Fixed Rate
• Channel Islands & Northern Ireland: £14.90 Fixed Rate
• European Union: £13.90 + 5% of order value (maximum £30)
• Rest of the World: £19.50 + 8% of order value (maximum £55)
• BFPO Post Codes: £20

INTERNATIONAL EXCEPTIONS:

For international orders containing weights, cylinders (excluding suit inflation bottles) and Suex scooters please contact us in advance before placing your order.

These products are not included in our global max-capped shipping rates and are only shipped outside of UK mainland after freight cost is calculated based on total weight, dimensions of parcel, location of delivery and the courier service used. We will let you know what this cost will be before processing any order.

All cylinders we ship within and outside of UK mainland are filled and tested on site before being emptied for dispatch. Cylinders shipped outside of the UK will be empty and will also have their valves removed, requiring reassembly after you receive delivery. Twinset manifolds and bands will also be removed and dispatched together with the cylinders for safe global shipping.

RETURNS & REFUNDS

We offer a 30 day return for any product sold under our Returns & Refunds Policy Please contact us before any return with your order number and date details. Receive our Returns Authorisation Form and instructions and enclose them with your return to expedite a refund. Detailed information is available in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Email us at sales@dirdirect.com or call us on +44(0)1305 824 555

Note that all returned items are shipped at the customer's own risk and remain the customer's property until received by Underwater Explorers, so please ensure they are packaged well and use reliable postal services with tracking facilities. The goods will be inspected on arrival. 

Return postages are at your own cost and our outbound shipping costs (if items are sold with integrated basic shipping charges i.e. Free shipping for orders £45 and above) the UK shipping rate may be deducted from any UK mainland refund unless linked to a fault/defect claim. 

Please contact us with your order number and name before sending any returns to:

Underwater Explorers – Returns
Unit 1, Maritime Business Centre
Mereside, Portland
Dorset, DT5 1FD 
United Kingdom

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information.