Description:
A women's semi-dry suit with the comfort of a neoprene neck and a drop seat. The NRS Women's Explorer Semi-Dry Suit (NRS item 22538.03) keeps paddleboarders, rafters and packrafters protected in wind and waves with recycled Eclipse waterproof-breathable fabric. A GlideSkin neoprene neck seal, latex wrist gaskets and a TIZIP drop-seat relief zipper make it easy to wear for a full day, without the weight of an overskirt. Browse our water rescue dry suits.
Features
- 4-layer Eclipse fabric: 100% recycled material for dependable dryness, breathability and toughness; since 2026 NRS makes Eclipse without PFAS.
- GlideSkin neoprene neck seal: a punch-through seal that cinches to keep most water out with less restriction than latex.
- Latex wrist gaskets: with protective neoprene overcuffs and mesh drain holes.
- TIZIP front-entry zipper: waterproof, airtight and pressure-resistant.
- TIZIP drop-seat relief zipper: with a protective flap.
- Snug, durable legs: tapered ankles with internal elastic and silicone, plus a Cordura panel at the inner ankle.
- Built-in Eclipse socks: double seam taped at the toe and heel; sock size grows with the suit size.
- Chest pocket and waist belt: one PFD-friendly splashproof chest pocket and a buckle-closure waist belt.
Specifications
- Material: 4-layer Eclipse
- Waterproof: yes; breathable: yes
- Entry: front-entry TIZIP
- Neck: GlideSkin neoprene gasket (no latex neck gasket)
- Wrists: latex gaskets with neoprene volcano-style overcuffs
- Ankles: elastic, no latex ankle gasket
- Socks: Eclipse
- Waist: buckle-closure waist belt
- Relief zipper: yes, drop-seat
- Pockets: 1 front chest
Sizes & options
Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
| Size | Height | Chest | Waist | Hip | Sleeve Length | Inseam | Dry Sock (Women's U.S. Sizing) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 4'8–5'2" | 32–33" | 25–27" | 33–35" | 31" | 28" | 5–7 |
| S | 5'1–5'6" | 34–35" | 28–30" | 36–38" | 31" | 29" | 7–10 |
| M | 5'5–5'8" | 36–37" | 31–33" | 39–41" | 32" | 30" | 7–10 |
| L | 5'7–5'10" | 38–39" | 34–36" | 42–44" | 33" | 31" | 10–13 |
| XL | 5'9–6'0" | 40–41" | 37–39" | 45–47" | 33" | 32" | 10–13 |
Chart values are from NRS, in feet and inches. Choose by height first, then check chest, waist and hip. The dry sock column shows the US women's shoe sizes the built-in socks fit.
Questions about the Women's Explorer Semi-Dry Suit
Is a semi-dry suit waterproof?
The Eclipse fabric is waterproof and breathable, but the neoprene GlideSkin neck seal is not a latex gasket. It cinches to keep most water out, so expect some water at the neck in a swim. For long immersion or high-consequence water, choose a full dry suit with a latex neck gasket.
Who is a semi-dry suit for?
NRS recommends semi-dry suits for flat-water kayakers, stand-up paddlers and canoeists, and for rafters on moderate rivers with low consequences. Crews who expect to swim in fast or cold water should look at a full dry suit.
Does the Women's Explorer have a drop seat?
Yes. It has a TIZIP drop-seat relief zipper with a protective flap.
How do I choose a size?
Start with your height on the chart, then check chest, waist and hip. The sock column shows which women's US shoe sizes the built-in socks fit.
Is the Explorer Semi-Dry Suit flame resistant?
No. It is water rescue and paddling gear. It is not flame resistant, is not structural firefighting PPE and is not NFPA 1971 certified, so keep it off the fireground and away from high heat.
Where can I buy the NRS Women's Explorer Semi-Dry Suit?
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.
