Product Description
The GURU PRO is our pro-riders first choice. First wetsuit made of OYSTERPRENE, the new Soöruz high-performance neoprene from oyster powder.
The GURU PRO is now more sustainable & even more competitive and flexible. Oysterprene Y7 is ultra flexible and lightweight, it is covered with recycled polyester and recycled nylon, water laminated for a high performance result.
Performance is the main goal. Riders need flexibility, lightness and comfort. The shape is particularly adapted to high surf level. It has our Chest-zip entry system and Storm-dry lining in recycled polyester on warmth zone. Seams are glued and blinded stitched and HEAT-ON taped on scratching zone. The recyled Nylon used for the inside lining gives the best flexibility. Warranty 3 Years on seams and 1 year on material.
More from Sooruz on Oysterprene below…
OYSTERPRENE© : SOÖRUZ integrates oyster shell powder in high-range wetsuits
Aware of the impact of neoprene on the environment, Soöruz has been researching for the last ten years to reduce its environmental footprint by developing new materials based on renewable and/or recyclable materials. Soöruz wetsuits with Bamboo and recycled polyester (2013) in Yulex (2015) and Naturalprene (2016) have been important advances that have confirmed our ability to make high-performance and eco-responsible wetsuits. Limestone is a type of fossil limestone from quarries. It limits the use of petrochemical materials but requires a very energy-intensive and non-renewable extraction process.
In 2018, we carried out the first oyster shell crushing tests in France (in La Rochelle). The results of our research have led to the creation of 2 new materials: BIÖPRENE, mainly biosourced (composed of a mix of Oyster Powder, Natural Rubber, Sugar Cane & Non-Food Vegetable Oil) used in our new GREEN LINE range (marketed since March 2020) and OYSTERPRENE available in our shop since the end of July 2020 on the Guru Pro.
The OYSTERPRENE, is used in our most flexible and high-performance neoprenes that make up our expert and pro ranges. The process consists of replacing limestone by a natural, recycled and renewable powder made from the crushing of oyster shells. This solution does not alter the technical performance of our products and improves their environmental footprint without impacting the price for the consumer. We are pleased to make this innovation available to major brands on the market. It is a great pride to learn that a major brand will be relying on our technology as early as winter 2020.
Pete –
This has to be by far the best wetsuit I have ever had. I’ve been surfing for over 20-years and have tried most brands. It fits perfectly, no baggy bits or pinching anywhere. It’s super flexible and light.
In the water, it feels like a space suit, no flush throughs and not even a trickle when duck diving or getting a few on the head. Oh, and it dries super quick too! My next suite will be their 4/3 🙂
admin –
Thank you for the feedback Pete, we are stoked to hear it, we wear these ourselves and are super impressed!