Comments about Akona Quantum Stretch Hooded Vest (AKH508):

Excellent hood/vest!

In the past I've tried on other 'traditional' neoprene hood/vests. Needless to say if you've ever tried non-hyperstretch hood/vests you know what I'm about to say. My local blue-hole is chilly at 62 deg constant. I was tired of water flushing down the back of my 7mm so I thought I'd go for a hood/vest. I head to my local LDS, found one that seemed okay (7mm), and headed to the dressing room. About 5 minutes later I literally thought I was going to suffocate in the dressing room putting it on...Then during the removal process I seriously thought I was going to die. While my arms were over my head, I completely cut off my air supply (mouth/nose). I could ONLY get a little sip of air in one position. I knew I was in trouble so I crashed out of the dressing room, arms over head, knocked over a rack of T-shirts, and FINALLY the hysterically laughing sales staff helped my asphyxiated and embarrassed self remove the devils garment.

I will say you will NOT have the above experience with this hood/vest. It simply is a pleasure to don/doff with no issues. Wet or dry, sweaty or cold, it is a breeze to use. It is also very comfortable, and with my 7mm full suit, I'm perfectly happy in 62 degree water for long durations. Zero flushing down my back as I look around. Go for it...You won't be sorry.