APOLLO OCENA 4/3MM HOODED CHEST ZIP

Great suit

Would buy again

Perfect (just a small break in period needed)

This is my 3rd Matuse wetsuit and my second 4/3. I had the Dante before, and the fit and flex were great. Still, the butterfly collar, while allowing easier entry, never really sealed right for me and would flush when I got hit on the sides or duck-dived. This suit fixes the issues I had with the Dante. It seals better around the neck, and even with the hood down, there is minimal, if any, flushing. The key pocket is in a better spot, instead of being written on my hip. It's not as skin-tight as the Dante, which is actually a good thing, as I feel it's easier to get on and off, but it's still been plenty warm. My only minor complaint is that the rear sits baggy in the first few sessions. I was worried I'd end up with the Depends look. Still, after a few sessions, everything started fitting better, and this is no longer an issue. My only other minor complaint is that it dries within 3 hrs. Maybe a full day in the right conditions, but still a lot drier the next day than my ONeils or NeedEssentials, where I felt they never dried all winter. Overall, I'm happy with the suit.

Top tier gear!!!

Excellent suit, moved from La Jolla to central coast and can’t be happier w my new 4/3 Hoodie.