HOPLITE 4:3:2 FULLSUIT

WHY WE CALL IT THE HOPLITE

The Hoplite foot soldiers of ancient Greece had the most advanced armor of their era. They were fast, fierce and well protected. Modern day surfers can now own these same qualities by wearing a Matuse suit. No spear or shield necessary.

Geoprene is derived from 99.7% pure limestone. It is warmer (98% water impermeable) and lasts longer (titanium coated) than standard neoprene. It is also kinder to mother nature since it does not come from petroleum. Geoprene is exclusive to Yamamoto Corporation and Matuse, Inc.

JAMIE STERLING TESTIMONIAL

“On a recent trip to Ireland I took my Matuse 5:4:3 and 4:3:2 Hoplite wetsuits. The water temp was around 50 degree Fehrenheit. I figured I’d be in my 5:4:3 the whole time. Instead, the Hoplite 4:3:2 was all I needed. And I was actually a little hot. I joked with the other riders who wore 6mm neoprene suits with hoods and jersey underneath. Since, Matuse suits are made from Geoprene, I had the flexibility of 2 & 3 mm without sacrificing warmth. Bottom line: I was able to focus on charging instead of being cold or uncomfortable.”

Jamie Sterling, April 2007

SOLUTION-SPECIFIC FEATURES

1. HIDDEN CHAMBER TECHNOLOGY

Geoprene with built-in air chambers: Warmer, lighter & more buoyant than average mouse-pad neoprene.

2. THERMOBELT DESIGN

Titanium-coated, smooth-skin chest and back panels provide optimum insulation and wind protection.

3. GEOPRENE STRATEGIC PANELING

Super-low modulus, max-flex Geoprene that balances the body’s thermostatic line (i.e. you don’t get hot & tired from fighting your suit or cold and bitter from that oil-based neoprene).

4. HYDRASILK^TM NYLON

Won’t snag; doesn’t suck; butter soft. This hydrophobic material (i.e. rejects moisture) is your windbreaker in the water. Makes you feel all buttery inside.

5. WINGED SHOULDERS

Human engineered seams enable paddling harmony yet provide a static neck to minimize torque that causes chaffing and flushing.

6. SADDLE SEAT

Inspired by Jet-ski suits, this panel is designed to withstand many-a-swell spent straddling. Better yet, the Saddle Seat’s form-active design keeps your undercarriage happy because it won’t ride-up.

7. LATENT MINI-ZIP

Provides lateral movement and lowers resistance (& time spent getting in & out of your ichiban game).