AKONA AQ-TEC HOOD W TUCK IN BIB

The Akona Aq-Tec Hood with Bib is a premium, high-performance thermal accessory designed for scuba divers, snorkelers, and water sports enthusiasts diving in temperate to cool waters.

Engineered utilizing Akona’s proprietary Aq-Tec material technology, this hood delivers exceptional heat retention, flexibility, and comfort without the bulk or buoyancy of traditional heavy neoprene.

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability, and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Gear Matching Tip: Because the Aq-Tec material is highly flexible and low-buoyancy, it doesn't compress at depth like traditional neoprene. This allows it to maintain its consistent insulating properties throughout your entire dive profile. Pair it with an Aq-Tec top or any standard 3mm to 5mm wetsuit for optimal cool-water comfort.

FEATURES:

• Advanced Aq-Tec Fabric Technology: Unlike standard petroleum-based neoprene, Aq-Tec combines a durable, windproof outer layer with a highly flexible composite core and a plush,                                                                          skin-friendly internal fleece lining. This multi-layer design provides the thermal equivalent of a standard 3mm neoprene hood while remaining                                                                                incredibly lightweight and neutral in the water.

• Integrated Face Seal: Features a smooth, anatomically contoured face seal that minimizes water exchange. The flexible material naturally molds to the diver’s face shape, creating a                                                  secure barrier against flushing while sitting comfortably beneath a dive mask skirt.

• Extended Bib for Layering: Designed with a generous, low-profile bib that tucks neatly inside the collar of a wetsuit. This extended coverage eliminates exposed skin at the neck,                                                                    creating an overlapping thermal seal that dramatically reduces cold water entry down the spine.

• One-Way Exhaust Vents: Equipped with tiny, strategically placed micro-vents at the crown of the hood. These vents allow trapped air or regulator exhaust bubbles to escape                                                                     automatically, preventing the hood from "ballooning" or shifting out of place during your dive.

• Anti-Chafe Flatlock Seams: Constructed with low-profile, flatlock stitching to ensure smooth interior surfaces. This prevents friction and hot spots against the head and ears, ensuring                                                          maximum comfort throughout multi-dive days.

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style

Akona AQ-Tec Hood w Bib

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Features:

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style

Akona AQ-Tec Hood w Bib

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Features:

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style

Akona AQ-Tec Hood w Bib

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Features:

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style

Akona AQ-Tec Hood w Bib

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Features:

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style

Akona AQ-Tec Hood w Bib

This bibbed-style hood uses the patented thermal AQ-TEC construction technology, which performs optimally when paired with a wetsuit. With lofted fleece along the full interior, the hood can be comfortably removed and pulled on. All seams are glued and sewn for maximum comfort, durability and exceptional warmth. With 50+ SPF UV Protection, this bibbed hood is great for protecting scalps or managing longer hair.

Features:

• AQ-TEC Patented 3-Ply Layers
• Antimicrobial
• Neutrally Buoyant
• Upper Shoulder Coverage Tucks Very Easily Into Wetsuits
• Multi-Watersport Use
• 50+ SPF UV Protection
• Bibbed-style