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Colby + Yamamoto Greenwave 4/3mm Chest Zip Fullsuit

Colby + Yamamoto Greenwave 4/3mm Chest Zip Fullsuit

$550.00 USD
$550.00 USD
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Description

The Colby + Yamamoto Greenwave 4/3mm Chest Zip Fullsuit is designed for cold conditions, typically used in water temps in the high 40s to mid/high 50s.

Colby + Yamamoto Greenwave suits utilize Yamamoto #40 on the entire suit. The flexibility is unmatched. When you couple this with the 100% recycled super-stretch jersey interior lining, you have a suit that feels like nothing we've ever tried. For those of you who like to geek-out on the details...please read more about the stretch and resilience below...

Construction Details

  • Triple-glued and blindstitched (GBS) seams.
  • Rubberized liquid seal treatment: We've applied this to the exterior seams on the entirety of the suit and done away with internal taping.

    Benefit: This dramatically reduces leakage and ensures seams are unnoticeable with max flexibility (something internal tape typically impedes).

  • YKK SoFlex zippers: These Japanese-made zippers stretch with your suit and have fine teeth.

    Combined with supple jersey and neoprene, you barely notice the zipper—unlike big, burly zippers paired with supple rubber.

  • Adjustable cinch cords: Located on the chest panel to ensure a snug fit and minimize water entry.

In Search of Perfection: Yamamoto #40 & Greenwave™

At Colby+, we invest in the world’s most advanced materials—sourced directly from Yamamoto Corporation in Osaka, Japan. What happens when you combine the world's most flexible limestone neoprene with the world's first plant-based jersey? The answer is Elastic Harmony.

1. The Core: Yamamoto #40 Limestone Neoprene

  • 99.7% Water Impermeability: Ultra-high closed-cell nitrogen structure absorbs almost no water, keeping the suit light and warm.
  • The Ferrari of Neoprene: Widely recognized as the gold standard for high-performance flexibility.
  • Superior Thermal Insulation: High cell density (over 93%) provides better heat retention than standard petroleum-derived foam.

2. The Breakthrough: Greenwave™ Plant-Based Jersey

  • 500% Multi-Directional Stretch: Greenwave #2080 offers 500% elongation in both width and length, ensuring the jersey never "handbrakes" the neoprene.
  • Double the Strength: Plant-based nylon has nearly double the tensile strength (6.0 cN/dtex) of normal nylon.
  • Ultralight Density: Significantly lighter (~1.0 g/cc) than standard nylon.
  • The Melange Proof: The unique texture is natural proof of the high-performance, eco-friendly plant-based blend.

The "Elasticity Match" Comparison

This chart quantifies why a Colby+ suit feels more flexible than competitors who pair high-end neoprene with restrictive jerseys.

Performance Metric Colby+ (Yamamoto #40 + Greenwave) Leading Competitor The Advantage
Neoprene Elongation 520% – 580% 350% – 450% ~30% more raw stretch
Jersey Elongation 500% (Greenwave) 200% - 320% No "Leash Effect"
Material Synergy 95% Match ~60% Match Uniform Flex
Tensile Strength 6.0 cN/dtex ~3.5 cN/dtex Won't "blow out"

"Most high-end suits use a 'super-stretch' rubber but limit it with a 250% stretch jersey. That's like putting a speed limiter on a supercar. At Colby+, we match our Yamamoto #40 with the 500% Greenwave Jersey for a 'Zero-Resistance' experience."

Features

FEATURES PROS / BENEFITS CONS / TRADE-OFFS
Yamamoto Neoprene Soft and flexible feel. Fantastic warmth and lightweight as well. More expensive per yard and if not taken care of, will degrade like other neoprene (no faster, but not impervious to mishandling)
Jersey Our proprietary jersey lining is the most comfortable and flexible we've ever felt (and surfed in) Not as bullet proof as cheaper jerseys
Liquid sealed seams Reduces the inflow of water through seams and pinholes from sewing needles Reduces flexibility and can delaminate if left in the sun to bake
Extra durable knee pads Won’t delaminate or fail as easily for guys that drag a knee when popping up or push under waves using their knee on the tail Slightly less flexible
Watertight zip Reduces leakage through zipper teeth Water will still get in the wetsuit (slowly), but this is how it’s meant to work. The other tradeoff is it’s a bit more expensive than the non-water-tight zips
Triple glued + blindstitched construction No buildup around seams to give you a rash. More mobility in your upper body More expensive and hand-constructed, so if there’s human error (missing a spot of glue for example), it can sometimes be felt in the form of water seepage/leaking or even failed seams (warranty will cover for 1 year)
Internal neoprene taped seams Adds strength to the seams and helps prevent additional water seepage/leaking More expensive to produce. Can limit flexibility (though not as much as liquid seal treatment), and sometimes will delaminate if not taken care of (left in the sun) or wasn’t properly glued at the factory (warranty will cover)

Shipping & Returns

We want you to love our products. On this page you will find details about how to return or exchange your purchases made online.

RETURN AND EXCHANGE POLICY

If you wish to return or exchange a product you've purchased from us (excluding clearance items), for any reason, we will refund the purchase price or exchange those products subject to the following conditions:

  1. Items must be returned within 30 days of purchase with the original receipt or other proof of purchase
  2. The returned items must not be used [Not surfed in], has any sand or residue, or damaged in any way.
  3. If you request a refund, the purchase price (excluding delivery charges for online) will be refunded to you using the original payment method once we have received the returned item back and confirmed that it meets conditions 1 and 2 above.  If a product is returned used or damaged, the product will be sent back to the return address.

We pay for return shipping (to us), as well as shipping all exchanges back to you:)

RETURN PROCESS

Please contact us via email or phone:

info@colbyplus.com

(805) 702-1818

From there we will send you a prepaid return label via the email we have on the order. When sending the return back, please make sure the suit is rolled up loosely and not awkwardly folded or creased in any way (leaves permanent damage).

Please also do us a favor, and include your name, order number and "return for refund OR “exchange for [fill in the size you’d like]" on a note w/in the package - that'll speed things up!

Warranty and Repair

Wetsuit Warranty and Repair Policy

At Colby +, we stand behind the quality of our wetsuits and are committed to providing our customers with the best possible service. As such, we offer a warranty and repair policy for our wetsuits, as outlined below.

Please note:  Warranty does not apply to Clearance Items.

Warranty Policy:

Colby + Yamamoto wetsuits are covered by a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1-year from the date of purchase. This warranty is only applicable to the original purchaser and is non-transferable.

Examples of damages vs. defects:

Description of issue

Warranty status

Delamination of jersey material

Product defect…replacement will be sent

Knee pad breakdown

Damage due to use…not covered by warranty

Liquid seal cracking

Damage due to use…not covered by warranty

Cinch cord failure

Damage due to use…not covered by warranty

Seam failure

Product defect…suit will be repaired or replaced



If a defect in materials or workmanship is found within the warranty period, we will repair or replace the wetsuit free of charge. The decision to repair or replace the wetsuit will be at the sole discretion of Colby +. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage caused by misuse, abuse, or neglect, or damage caused by accidents or environmental factors.


To make a warranty claim, the customer must provide proof of purchase and contact our customer service team (info@colbyplus.com). The customer will be responsible for the cost of shipping the wetsuit to our repair facility. If the warranty claim is approved, we will cover the cost of returning the repaired or replaced wetsuit to the customer.

Repair Policy:

If a customer's Colby + Yamamoto wetsuit is damaged outside of the warranty period or if the damage is not covered by the warranty, we offer a repair service. Our repair team will assess the damage and provide the customer with a quote for the cost of the repair.

The customer will be responsible for the cost of shipping the wetsuit to our repair facility and the cost of the repair. Once the repair is complete, we will cover the cost of returning the wetsuit to the customer.

Please note that not all damage is repairable, and our repair team will make the final decision on whether a repair is possible.

Where Do I Send My Wetsuit?

Please send your suit to:

Colby +
We ship from Huntington Beach, CA
Attn. repairs

What Happens After I Send My Suit In?

If our repair team finds the repairs are under warranty, we’ll quickly repair or replace the suit and send it back ASAP.

For non-warranty repairs, our repair team will assess and reach back out with an update and price quote if necessary.  Once approved, the repair will be completed and the suit returned ASAP.  

Further Questions?

To make a warranty claim or inquire about our repair service, please contact our customer service team at [insert contact information].

We appreciate your business and look forward to providing you with the best possible service.

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