Description:
More warmth than board shorts, same freedom to move. The NRS Men's HydroSkin 0.5 Short (NRS item 15015.05) adds lightweight neoprene insulation and stretch for days when the water is colder than the air. Raft guides, swiftwater instructors and boat crews can wear it alone or under shorts for warmth around the hips and thighs. Pair it with our dry suit base layers.
Features
- Nylon-spandex outer face: sheds water and stretches with every reach, pull and paddle stroke.
- Smooth, hydrophobic lining: feels soft against bare skin and does not soak up water.
- 0.5 mm Terraprene neoprene with a titanium layer: reflects body heat back toward you so you hold warmth in cold water.
- Raised waistband: extra material on the back panel keeps you covered whether you sit or stand.
- Form fit: limits water flushing in, which helps the neoprene insulate.
- Paddler-specific cut with friction-free, flat-lock stitched seams: for comfort and free movement during long shifts on the water.
- 10 inch inseam: per NRS, long enough to cover the upper thigh without restricting your stride.
Specifications
- Weight: 6.4 oz
- Material: 6 oz premium nylon/spandex
- Neoprene: 0.5 mm HydroSkin
- Fit: form fit, men's sizing
- Inseam: 10 inch
- Seams: flat-lock stitched
- Titanium laminate adhesive; water-based adhesives
Sizes & options
Sizes: S, M, L, XL and 2XL.
Size chart (inches)
| Size | Waist | Hip | Pant Inseam | Short Inseam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 29–30" | 32–34" | 31" | 9" |
| M | 31–32" | 34–36" | 32" | 9.5" |
| L | 33–34" | 36–38" | 33" | 10" |
| XL | 35–36" | 38–40" | 33" | 10.5" |
| XXL | 37–38" | 40–42" | 33.5" | 11" |
The chart lists the 2XL size as XXL. Measurements are body measurements in inches. The chart is shared with the HydroSkin pant, so it lists both pant and short inseams by size.
Questions about the HydroSkin 0.5 Short
What is the inseam of the HydroSkin 0.5 Short?
NRS lists a 10 inch inseam. The shared size chart shows short inseams from 9 inches on S to 11 inches on 2XL, with 10 inches on L.
How do I choose a size?
Use your waist and hip measurements with the chart. A size L fits a 33–34 inch waist and 36–38 inch hips.
How warm is it?
It is a light layer: 0.5 mm neoprene with a heat-reflecting titanium layer and a close fit that limits water flushing.
Can I wear it under board shorts or splash pants?
Yes. It works on its own or as a layer under shorts and splash wear. See more water rescue PPE.
Is the HydroSkin 0.5 Short flame resistant?
No. It is water rescue and paddling apparel made from neoprene and nylon-spandex. It is not flame resistant, is not structural firefighting PPE and is not NFPA 1971 certified, so keep it away from fire and high heat.
Where can I buy the NRS Men's HydroSkin 0.5 Short?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized NRS dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
California Proposition 65 warning: This product can expose you to Bisphenol S (BPS), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
