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Fourth Element introduce swimwear recycled from the sea
Wear something that is good for the Ocean. Fourth Element has introduced subtle imagery and exciting new designs with the eagerly awaited OceanPositive 2017 Swimwear collection, made using recycled “Ghost” fishing nets.
Ghost Fishing Nets have been lost or abandoned at sea, and continue to catch wildlife, ensnaring and killing them, or end up snagged on reef, scouring their surfaces, leaving them dead and barren. More than 600,000 tonnes of these nets are lost every year. Teams of divers all over the world, along with fishermen reclaim these nets, often working in extremely dangerous conditions, and the nets are then recycled along with other post consumer nylon waste into ECONYL® before being knitted into Lycra® fabric for the OceanPositive swimwear line.
The 2017 collection features new designs to fit a greater variety of body shapes and a unique printed fabric design that is reminiscent of the net from which the fabric is made. The addition of “yoga pant” style leggings for women and a coordinated range of long sleeved rash guards, extends the range into broader categories than simply swimwear, and are at home as much above as below the water.
The launch coincides with much greater awareness of the issues of plastic pollution in the ocean, and marine conservation issues in general. Fourth Element’s Managing Director, Paul Strike was invited to present the company’s vision for commercialising plastic pollution at June’s Ocean Conference at the United Nations in New York.
“It is possible to imagine a world where there was no way to make any new plastics. If this were to happen, human ingenuity would find a way to recycle all this waste we produce and as a result reduce our impact on the planet. We don’t want to wait for that time, we want to be a part of this solution now,” said Paul. “The OceanPositive range is a statement of intent, to do something meaningful to benefit the environment that we love and feel compelled to protect.”
Available from selected dive shops and online at www.fourthelement.com
Photos: Daan Verhoeven at the Vertical Blue Freediving competition in the Bahamas featuring Camila Jaber, Hanako Hirose and Dean Chaouche.
The new undersuit by DYNAMICNORD is not only cosy and warm, but also breathable and ultra-comfortable.
The warm and comfortable 200g UG-200 undersuit by DYNAMICNORD offers optimal thermal insulation and perfect air exchange thanks to its 3-layer concept. The combination of super-stretch Softshell material on the outside and high-quality, soft Polartec® Thermal Pro® High Loft material on the inside ensures maximum comfort and optimal freedom of movement. The membrane in between these two layers is breathable and highly stretchable. Two handy pockets on the hips offer plenty of storage space.
The UG-200 is the perfect undersuit under any drysuit. Designed and engineered in Germany. Made in Europe.
DYNAMICNORD recommends its two RS-350 and DG-350 drysuits, made from high-quality ripstop material.
The new UG-200 undersuit is now available from DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online shop at a recommended sales price of €429.
Colour: black
Sizes men: XS-3XL
Sizes women: XS-2XL
DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.
Sea & Sea is excited to announce an exclusive VIP event at Fin Divers on Saturday, 7th December 2024. Running from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the event will feature representatives from BARE, offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore their premium range of drysuits and receive expert advice from knowledgeable staff.
This special event invites divers to try on BARE drysuits, learn more about their features, and have any questions answered by specialists. For those unable to attend, Sea & Sea welcomes inquiries at sales@sea-sea.com to ensure no one misses out on this incredible opportunity.
Exclusive Promotion
Attendees who purchase one of the following BARE drysuits—available in Stock, Made-to-Order (MTO), and Made-to-Measure (MTM)—will receive complimentary gear to enhance their diving experience:
- X-Mission Evolution*
- Expedition HD2 Tech Dry
- Trilam Tech Dry
- Trilam Pro Dry
- Sentry Tech Dry
- Sentry Pro Dry
- Guardian Tech Dry
- Guardian Pro Dry
Bonus Items Included with Purchase:
- Cuff Rings with Latex or Silicone Wrist Seals and neck rings
- Ultrawarmth Base Layer Top and Bottom
Don’t miss this chance to upgrade your dive gear and take advantage of expert insights. Join Sea & Sea at Fin Divers in Stevenage for a day dedicated to innovation and superior diving solutions.
For more information, contact:
Sea & Sea
Email: sales@sea-sea.com
Sea & Sea is the home of BARE and other Huish Outdoors diving brands in the UK.
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