Manera
Manera Classic 4/3 Front-Zip Wetsuit - Mens - Black
Manera Classic 4/3 Front-Zip Wetsuit - Mens - Black
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Description
The Manera Classic 4/3 is your way into the Manera experience. The Classic landed last summer and went down a storm: all the comfort and 3D fit of the higher-end suits, in a simplified, less expensive package — now in the thickness that covers most of the UK year.
It delivers what you actually need to enjoy a session — warmth, stretch and comfort — with the attention to detail Manera is known for. Light and flexible, the Classic uses reliable C-FOAM neoprene, soft XTEND fleece, and SD2 taping only where it's truly needed. A no-nonsense suit for riders who want trusted performance without the top-end price tag.
Key features
- Front zip — fast, easy entry and maximum comfort while riding.
- XTEND fleece — good thermal insulation where it's strategically placed, with one of the best drying times on the market. Lighter than a classic fleece, for the right balance of flexibility and warmth without weight.
- SD2 tape — applied inside over the seams in the most critical areas, around the knees and crotch, keeping them waterproof and durable.
- C-FOAM neoprene — limestone-based, with an optimal warmth-to-stretch performance ratio.
- 4/3mm construction — the versatile thickness for spring, autumn and milder winter days.
- Classic jersey — recycled-nylon inner jersey for stretch, lightness and a smooth feel against the skin.
- Water strainer — perforated neoprene drains water out of the legs instantly.
Designed in 3D
Where the industry standard is to develop 2D patterns and try to fit them onto a 3D body, Manera does the opposite: wetsuits are modelled in 3D on computer, then converted into a precise 2D pattern for the factory. The result is a natural, second-skin fit that makes Manera suits stand out.
- Warmth — no water entry, no air pockets.
- Durability — the neoprene is only stretched when you move.
- Comfort — no over-tight areas, comfortable armpits and crotch.
- Style — folds will never be fashionable.
Strategic structure
Some areas are very sensitive to friction, tension and tearing, so every Manera wetsuit is designed to a demanding brief: seams kept out of tension areas to maximise flexibility and strength; seams stretched vertically rather than sideways; seams removed from friction areas to avoid rash and increase stretch; and reinforcement placed exactly where it's needed. High-durability reinforcement patches sit at the critical junctions of multiple seams to prevent leaks while staying flexible.
Size guide
| Size | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 165–170 | 87–92 | 72–77 | 56–64 |
| S | 170–175 | 92–97 | 77–81 | 62–70 |
| ST | 175–180 | 92–97 | 77–81 | 66–74 |
| MS | 170–175 | 97–102 | 81–85 | 66–74 |
| M | 172–183 | 97–102 | 81–85 | 70–78 |
| MT | 180–185 | 97–102 | 81–85 | 74–82 |
| LS | 175–180 | 102–107 | 85–89 | 74–82 |
| L | 180–185 | 102–107 | 85–89 | 78–86 |
| XL | 185–190 | 107–112 | 89–93 | 84–94 |
| XXL | 190–195 | 112–118 | 93–98 | 92–102 |
S/M/L are the regular fits. ST, MT and LS are taller or shorter builds of the same chest size — if you're between sizes, these are usually the answer.
Ordering
Not sure which size you need? Call us on 01492 588001 or get in touch and we'll talk it through.
