Fourth Element underwear

[marc.collin]

hi

i checked to buy a fourth element underwear, surely a Artic or Arctic Expedition.

I would like to know how tight is supposing to be?

like legging?

thanks

 

[Marie13]

Well, take a look at the pictures of the models on FE's website. They are fairly close fitting.

Arctic Extreme Performance Undersuit for Diving | Fourth Element

 

[stuartv]

I reckon it should fit, well, like underwear....

 

[Tug]

I size my undergarments so that I have full range of movement without them being super loose and so that they are close fitting but not restricting.

 

[Tug]

it's also important to note that you should factor in whatever base layer you plan on wearing underneath. Some people wear nothing while I use a wicking base layer (under armour).

 

[Aquavelvet]

The Fourth Element undergarments are sized to allow for layering. The Arctic in a given size may be worn over the Drybase or Xerotherm layers of the same size. I like the Underarmour wicking base layer, and wear a Waterproof 3D mesh vest as a middle layer under my one-piece Arctic during the coldest months.

 

[Jack Hammer]

I originally ordered my Arctics in a Medium as that's what the charts called for. they fit but were snug. I eventually replaced with a size large which was a much better fit, more comfortable, and allowed better mobility.

 

[MasterChief D]

I use FE Arctics & Halos - they're supposed to be close fitting but not tight, restricting any movement (e.g. if you can't do a valve shutdown in them as easily as when wearing a T-shirt, then they're tight). Normal baselayers (either the FE ones or merino wool ones) should fit easily underneath.

 

[Dive Right In Scuba 2]

I agree with Master Chief, they should be form fitting but not tight. You need to be able to retain range of motion even with a base-layer on underneath. It they're too loose they will bunch up at the pivot points and end up a bit uncomfortable. While they should run true to size, there are customers who have purchased them from us that find the sizing to run a tad on the small side. Having said that, if you're on the edge of a size based on measurements then it's wise to go up a size.

 

[Dive Right In Scuba]

What's your height and weight Marc? Let me know and I can tell you which size would be best for you. If you are inbetween sizes, and we guess wrong, we can always send a different size or send 2 from the beginning to try on and get the best fit. Great undergarment, I've had mine for 5 years, and it's my staple! It's not my all the time undergarment, but it gets used the most. Early in the season and end of season when it's colder, I used a Halo. For the majority of my dives I used my Arctic. When we get snow, it's actually what I wear snowmobiling too. It's very versatile!