{"product_id":"akona-5-3mm-quantum-stretch-hood","title":"Akona 5\/3mm Quantum Stretch Hood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Akona 5\/3mm Quantum Stretch Hood is designed to provide comfortable thermal coverage for scuba diving and other cold-water activities. Its flexible Quantum Stretch construction makes the hood easier to put on and remove while maintaining a close, comfortable fit around the head and neck.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe hood features a double-coverage vented top to help manage trapped air, along with a skin face seal for improved coverage around the face. Blind-stitched construction and flexible 5\/3mm material make it a practical layering piece for divers who need additional head and neck protection with their exposure suit.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScuba diving in cooler water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding head and neck coverage to a wetsuit system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivers who prefer flexible stretch construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayering with compatible wetsuits and exposure protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivers looking for a vented hood design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Ideal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-water diving where a thermal hood is unnecessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivers who require a different hood thickness or specialized drysuit hood configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/3mm Quantum Stretch Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible material provides thermal coverage while making the hood easier to put on and remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Coverage Vented Top:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vented crown design helps manage air that can become trapped inside the hood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Face Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides close coverage around the face for a comfortable diving fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlind-Stitched Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps create a clean, durable hood construction suitable for regular dive use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible \u0026amp; Comfortable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quantum Stretch material is designed to move comfortably with the diver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayering-Friendly Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works as an additional thermal layer with compatible wetsuit and exposure-protection systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akona\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scuba Diving Hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quantum Stretch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blind Stitched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-Coverage Vented Top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin Face Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL, 3XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nUse both forehead and neck circumference when selecting a hood size. 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The hood features a skin face seal around the facial opening.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose my size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasure around the forehead and neck and compare both measurements with Akona's sizing chart. If your measurements fall into different size ranges, overall fit should be considered carefully before selecting a size.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRinse the hood thoroughly with fresh water after diving, especially after exposure to salt water or chlorine. Allow it to air dry completely away from direct sunlight or excessive heat before storage. 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