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Tarka Yulex Wetsuit
£119.99
Tarka is an active shorty wetsuit for open water swimmers, swim-runners and paddleboarders who want unrestricted movement both in and out of the water without feeling the chill. Made with 2.5mm Yulex natural rubber foam with a shorty cut for a swimsuit-like feel that deepens your connection with the water while boosting core warmth on longer swims and year-round SUP adventures.
- Streamlined cut for activity in and out of the water
- Lightweight, flexible and fast drying
- 2.5mm Yulex natural rubber foam with 100% recycled face fabric
- Seam placement designed specifically for unrestricted movement
- Rear zip for easy changing and reduced drag
More thrill. Less chill.
When the sun starts warming the air but the lakes are still freezing, swimmers and paddlers find ourselves in a weird middle ground. Swimsuit's not quite enough. Full length wetsuit feels like overkill.
So we built the Tarka - short arms and legs for freedom and that feeling of cool water on your skin, with just enough rubber to warm your core. A combination of stretchy Yulex rubber and a soft 100% recycled nylon face fabric feels great against the skin both on dry land and in the water; with a long rear zip for easy changing at the shoreline and reduced drag when swimming front crawl.
Swim, run, paddle - no change needed
Lightweight, flexible, fast-drying and ultra-packable; Tarka is a great choice for those amphibious days when the air's warm but the water bites back. Hike or bike up to mountain tarns and hidden plunge pools and make the most of time spent in the water - ideal for swimmers, swim-runners and paddleboarders alike. A brighter contrast sleeve colour aids visibility on longer open water adventures.
Super natural performance
We've designed the Tarka using 2.5mm Yulex - a natural rubber foam from internationally certified deforestation-free sources. It's a plant-based alternative to traditional neoprene for swimmers who refuse to compromise between comfort, performance and the planet.
Whether it's a dip in the Atlantic, a swim-run loop or a paddle round a Scottish loch; rediscover the freedom that first drew you to the water.
Designer's notes:
"Introducing our new Yulex range is something we're incredibly proud of. The latest Yulex 2.0 materials are more flexible than ever allowing us to develop an open water swim collection using the technology without compromising performance. As a brand, we're always looking for innovative materials which are less impactful to the planet. We've already used recycled nylon fishing nets in our other swimwear, so Yulex is a natural step forward in our sustainable, versatile swim range."
Features
Product overview
- Wild swim warmth with unrestricted movement
- Shorty cut, ideal for cool water swims in warmer air temp.
- 2.5mm Yulex natural rubber foam
- Sourced only from PEFC and FSC certified natural rubber
- Comfy in and out of the water for swim, water sports and swim-run
- Rear zip for reduced drag and easy changing
- Contrast sleeves for open water visibility
- 100% recycled nylon face fabric
- 3-year Alpine Bond
Technical details
Weight
Size 12: 620g
Construction
2.5mm Yulex Foam: 85% natural rubber from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) or Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) certified sources, 15% synthetic rubber
Outer and liner fabric: 100% recycled nylon
Sustainability and Product Care
Care and repair
Store your wetsuit flat or hang over the trouser section of a clothes hanger to avoid stretching the shoulders. Avoid folding. To maximise the lifespan of your wetsuit we strongly recommend rinsing it out with fresh cold water after every use (especially if used in the sea). If you need to give it a more throrough clean, hand wash in cold water and leave to air dry away from direct sunlight. Do not machine wash, bleach, tumble dry, iron or dry clean.
Repairs
We have dedicated Repair Stations in our stores and we're fully equipped to breathe new life into your old kit. This includes spare parts, patches, new zips and wash and reproofing of your down and waterproofs. Pop into any store or contact us online for more info.
Alpine Bond
If one of our products does not meet your expectations upon delivery, or if during its lifetime does not live up to the demands placed upon it, please return it to us for repair, replacement or refund. If the problem is our fault then we will do this to your satisfaction. If it’s your fault then we will help out the best we can. Find out more about our Alpine Bond here.
How It Is Made
Yulex Natural Rubber
Tarka is made using Yulex - a PEFC and FSC certified natural rubber alternative to traditional neoprene - which makes it one of the most sustainable pieces in our range.
Where It Is Made
Our products are made in the best factories in the world. We know the factories personally and they have all signed up to our Code of Ethics in our supply chain. This includes the Ethical Trading Initiative base code, fair pay, safe working environments, no child labour, no modern slavery, no bribery or corruption, no materials from conflict zones and humane farming methods.
All our factories sign up to our Code of Conduct. Find out where we make our product by visiting our Factories of Alpkit factory zone.
Reducing our carbon footprint
We are carbon neutral under PAS2060 and offset our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 operations and transport emissions. We recognise that offsetting is not part of the solution but a point to pass through on a journey to Net Zero. Carbon Neutral is just a step in that journey.
We have joined the Science Based Targets Initiative which sets independent targets for us to achieve to do our bit to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Our targets are to halve our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 based on 2018 base year and reduce our total carbon intesnity by 15% every year to achieve genuine net zero by 2050.
End of life
When your partnership with this product is over send it back to us and we will pass it on to someone that needs it through our Continuum Project.
Standard delivery to UK addresses is free over £50.
Next Day deliveries will be shipped same day if you place your order before 2pm Monday - Friday.
If you are not happy or have changed your mind, you can return your unused product within 123 days of placing the order for a refund.
Simply return it to us, free of charge, with all the original packaging.
Women's wetsuit sizing chart | ||
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Size | Height | Weight |
X Small (Duel only) | 4'11" to 5'3" | 45 to 55 kg |
Small | 5'0" to 5'4" | 50 to 60 kg |
Short & Strong | 5'2" to 5'6" | 70 to 80 kg |
Medium | 5'4" to 5'9" | 55 to 65 kg |
Large | 5'4" to 5'9" | 65 to 75 kg |
Tall & Strong | 5'8" to 6'2" | 65 to 75 kg |
X Large | 5'8" to 6'2" | 70+ kg |
Note: These suits are sized for a performance fit, so if you are unused to wearing a swimming wetsuit you may still find it tight. If you prefer a comfort fit go up a size, but note it will be less thermally efficient. |