Akona Aq Tec vs Sharkskin

[ABLAB]

Looking for neutrally bouyant alternative to 3mm for warm water diving (low to mid 70sF and higher). I'm comfortable doing multiple dives in a day with rash and shorts in 77F and comfortable in 70F in a 3mm. So have pretty decent cold tolerance.

Was about to pull trigger on sharkskin chillproof top (Not T2) and lavacore pants when I came across the Akona Aq Tec line. They are much cheaper than the sharkskins and I know Akona makes quality products. But, cant find any reviews online for the Akona line.

Wandering if anyone has experience with or personal knowledge of the Akona Aq Tec jacket and/or pants.

Thanks all.

 

[lexvil]

It looks like the same thing, this is just my opinion but your money would be better spent on one of their 1mm full suits. This is just my experience with the sharkskin full suits, no worth the bother and the 1mm is warmer, I also have a T2 top, also not great except as a top layer in my drysuit where it does well over a heavy wool and a mid layer waffle fleece.

 

[ABLAB]

Appreciate the response. Thought process is that separate pieces offer more flexibility. But, will take a look at the full suit.

 

[MAKO Spearguns]

It looks like the same thing, this is just my opinion but your money would be better spent on one of their 1mm full suits. This is just my experience with the sharkskin full suits, no worth the bother and the 1mm is warmer, I also have a T2 top, also not great except as a top layer in my drysuit where it does well over a heavy wool and a mid layer waffle fleece.

For water temps in the mid 70's to the mid 80's our 2 mm, one piece, reversible, back zip, full (scuba) suit is a very good option. It is thin enough that the diver should not overheat and it is quicker and easier to put on than most "fabric" dive suits.

A lot of our customers add a lycra or thin neoprene hood to provide sun/sting protection and the ability to adjust protection for different temperatures. They also commonly wear a rash guard top and/or one of our lycra tops which is worn under the suit and remains on their top to provide sun protection between dives.

The amount of buoyancy this 2 mm suit provides is probably on the order of 3-4 lbs - so not much change to contend with.

1-piece Reversible 2mm Camo Spearfishing Wetsuit (Blue / Green)

This is the ultimate warm water spearfishing wetsuit for both blue water hunting and reef hunting. Includes comfortable chest loading pad on both sides.

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2mm Wetsuit Hood Reversible Blue Camo - Green Reef Camo

The MAKO Spearguns 2mm Reversible Wetsuit Hood is great for colder days and the ergonomic fitting hood comfortably conforms to your head and securely tucks inside your suit.

makospearguns.com

Long Sleeve Spearfishing Dive Skin Shirt with Removable Hood

The Spearfishing Rash Guard with Removable Hood is perfect for warm water diving

makospearguns.com

 

[ABLAB]

For water temps in the mid 70's to the mid 80's our 2 mm, one piece, reversible, back zip, full (scuba) suit is a very good option. It is thin enough that the diver should not overheat and it is quicker and easier to put on than most "fabric" dive suits.

A lot of our customers add a lycra or thin neoprene hood to provide sun/sting protection and the ability to adjust protection for different temperatures. They also commonly wear a rash guard top and/or one of our lycra tops which is worn under the suit and remains on their top to provide sun protection between dives.

The amount of buoyancy this 2 mm suit provides is probably on the order of 3-4 lbs - so not much change to contend with.

1-piece Reversible 2mm Camo Spearfishing Wetsuit (Blue / Green)

This is the ultimate warm water spearfishing wetsuit for both blue water hunting and reef hunting. Includes comfortable chest loading pad on both sides.

makospearguns.com

2mm Wetsuit Hood Reversible Blue Camo - Green Reef Camo

The MAKO Spearguns 2mm Reversible Wetsuit Hood is great for colder days and the ergonomic fitting hood comfortably conforms to your head and securely tucks inside your suit.

makospearguns.com

Long Sleeve Spearfishing Dive Skin Shirt with Removable Hood

The Spearfishing Rash Guard with Removable Hood is perfect for warm water diving

makospearguns.com

Thanks. I'll take a look.