ALT stands for Alternative
The performances of the MANERA ALT is close to a MAGMA’s. The ALT represents a new generation of high-performance wetsuits that has a more reasonable impact on the planet.
Some areas are very sensitive to friction, tensions and tearing. All MANERA wetsuits have been designed with a demanding brief including:
- Avoiding seams in tensions area, to maximize flexibility and strength.
- Making sure the seams are stretched vertically and not sideways.
- Removing seams from friction areas, which avoids rash and increases stretch capacity.
- Reinforcing strategic parts and panels right where it needs to be.
Features
Designed in 3D
When the industry standard is to develop 2D patterns and try to fit it on a 3D body, MANERA decided to break new ground and take the opposite direction. They use computer design to model good-fitted gloves in 3D, then they employ an innovative software that converts it into a precise 2D pattern for the factory. It creates a natural, second-skin fit that makes the MANERA gloves stand out.
Sealing Prints
Sealing prints make the ankles and wrists stiffer. It has a joint role that keeps the water away and maintains the arms and legs panels in place.
Back Knee Emboss
The back of the knees is an area that requires specific care. The BACK KNEE EMBOSS helps the neoprene to bend more naturally for greater comfort during flexion of the knees.
Water Strainer
A Wetsuit leg filled up with water is a very uncomfortable issue: The MANERA water strainer panel is here to prevent it. The leaky + perforated neoprene drains the water out of your leg instantly to let you continue the session in the best possible conditions.
SD² Tape 2.0
The neoprene layers are glued together and then “blind-stitched” (the needle does not go through the neoprene layer completely). Then the SD² tape is welded to the seam by an air heater machine. This innovative process brings more durability, waterproofness and flexibility to their wetsuits.
Triplex ALT
The Triplex ALT is designed for warmth.
- Re-flex skin / Protection
- Air-foam / Insulation
- Magma Recycled / Warmth & sustainability
These three materials brought together create a warm, durable and comfortable wetsuit.
MAGMA PLUS
Yulex Pure®
Yulex Pure® is a natural plant-based rubber that provides a clearner alternative to traditional petroleum or limestone-based neoprene.
. Renewable
Unlike finite resources like oil and limestone, natural rubber is a renewable resource. Directly tapped from Hevea trees without cutting them down, it ensures a long-term supply stability as well as a drastically reduced environmental impact.
. Scoreboard for production of 1kg synthetic vs. 1kg of natural rubber
/ Synthetic Rubber = ~3,0000 kg CO2e emitted
/ Natural Rubber = 0 kg CO2e emitted
/ Mother Nature makes the best polymers!
*Sources: Yulex / Science magazine (Published 31 August 2018, Science 361, 851 (2018) DOI:10.1126/science.aar6859)/The rubber manufacturers association
. Reduced carbon footprint
Yulex claims that using their natural rubber rather than traditional neoprene reduces the carbon footprint to our wetsuits by 80%.
MAGMA Recycled
. Thermal
The new MAGMA Recycled is knitted with 45% recycled polyester. It’s fleece insulated and keeps you warm even during the worst winter days. MAGMA+ is found on all parts of MAGMA wetsuits, expect the arms and legs which require greater flexibility.
