ION Amaze Amp 6/5 Wetsuit Back Zip - 2023

The Amaze Amp 6/5 Back Zip stands for an epic stretch without compromising warmth, making it the perfect wetsuit all year round. Freedom of movement in arms and shoulders is key, no matter if you paddle or hold on to your kite or sail. Thus, ION uses a minimal panel design in this area without restricting seams and stretchy I_foam neoprene. Due to its foamy structure, it traps more air. The result is good heat retention. The secret for optimal warmth lies in ION's super flexible Hot_Stuff 2.0 thermo lining throughout the arms & legs combined with toasty warm Plasma_Plush 2.0 in the back. Amaze Amp Backzip models feature additional protection pads at the shins.

ION Amze Amp 6/5 Wetsuit Back Zip 2023 - Key Features

• Max_Flex The latest innovation in flexibility and stretch. The unique rhombus-shaped structure of this lining material allows it to be more flexible.
• Plasma_Plush Thanks to the looped structure, Plasma_Plush inside lining traps more air. The result is an insulating layer for increased warmth and plushy comfort
• Hot_Stuff 2.0 Lining comes with a plushier feel due to the larger loops that trap more air for heat insulation. It is the stretchiest thermos lining in ION’s entire range
• Silk_Stuff Smooth inside lining for a comfortable feeling on bare skin. Despite its snuggly appearance it proves to be really hard core when it comes to the interior’s superb flexible characteristics
• Maki_Tape 2.0 Improved version of highly elastic neoprene tape securing every inch of lower body seams and highly stressed cuff area
• I_Foam An extreme lightweight and stretchy neoprene foam. For this season ION upgraded I_Foam with Oyster shell powder, replacing limestone. This upgrade makes ION’s I_foam more sustainable while maintaining its superior characteristics. Thanks to the foamed structure with more air trapped inside and a lower density I_|foam contributes to heat insulation and better flexibility
• Replaceable_Draw Cord The Cord is used to tighten the suit at the shoulder. The high load on this small detail can lead to unavoidable damage. Now it can be easily replaced.
• Sweep_Cut Seam free shoulder design for increased paddle reach and shoulder rotation
• Water_Barrier The water_barrier at the front zip opening area improves the connection between the flap and rest of the wetsuit. This silicone application prevents water from flushing into the suit hence contributing to the overall warmth properties
• Seam_Reinforcement All Stress points are reinforced and secured by melco tape from the inside to ensure a longer lifespan of the seams
• Drain_Holes In order to combat water accumulation inside the wetsuit ION assure that quick water release is provided when needed.
• Temperature Range 15°C - 20°C / 59°F - 68°F
• Materials 80% Neoprene / 20% Nylon

Sustainable Content 

• Oystershell_Powder ION use biocalcium and oxide powder made from abandomed waste shells to partially replace limestone in neoprene. This process recycles waste oyster shells and is part of ION’s neoprene sustainability contribution.

• Aqua_Alpha ION Wetsuits use the Aqua-a Technology. Aqua-a is a solvent-free and completely water-based glue, which protects the health of workers at the factory as there is nearly no bad smell from the glue. The difference is huge – a good step for the people behind all the great wetsuits and the environment.
• Limestone_Neoprene ION use earth mined limestone to replace petrochemicals in our neoprene. It comes from nature and has less environmental impact.
• Eco-Carbon Black Carbon black, one of the key ingredients of neoprene, can now be pyrolyzed from scrap rubber tires. This significantly reduces energy consumption and cuts CO2 emission by 200g per wetsuit
• Eco_Stretch ION uses recycled nylon fabric for its exterior linings. The material is sourced from nylon waste, but the best thing is that its stretch properties are just as good as conventional linings
• Dope_Dying Yarn Dope-dying infuses dye pigments into molten plastic solution to produce coloured yarns without the dyeing process. This saves tremendous amounts of water while reducing energy consumption and watch pollution