{"title":"Hoods","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop neoprene dive hoods at Dive360, a New Zealand dive retailer based in Tauranga. Compare 3mm and 5mm options for scuba diving, freediving and spearfishing, with different linings and shapes to suit your exposure protection setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy wear a dive hood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA neoprene hood adds insulation around your head and neck. It can be a useful part of your setup when cooler water, longer sessions or your own cold tolerance call for more coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the hood alongside your wetsuit. A separate hood needs to work comfortably with the suit’s collar; a wetsuit with an integrated hood may already provide the coverage you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose a 3mm or 5mm hood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3mm hood offers less bulk, while a comparable 5mm hood provides more insulation. Thickness is only one factor: lining, fit and the way the hood meets your wetsuit also affect comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the exact model rather than assuming every hood of the same thickness will feel alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich dive hoods can I compare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beuchat_focea_hood_mens\"\u003eBeuchat Focea Hood Mens\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/beuchat_focea_hood_ladies\"\u003eBeuchat Focea Hood Ladies\u003c\/a\u003e use 5mm neoprene, a Fireskin lining and an air escape system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mares_sniper_hood_5mm\"\u003eMares Sniper Hood 5mm\u003c\/a\u003e is a pre-shaped, open-cell option for freediving. Its interior needs careful handling when putting it on and taking it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should a dive hood fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook for a snug fit without uncomfortable pressure around your jaw, face or neck. Check that you can turn your head comfortably and that the face opening works with your mask skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the product’s sizing information and measure where the guide specifies. If you’re between sizes, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@dive360.co.nz\"\u003ehello@dive360.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scuba-wetsuits\"\u003escuba wetsuits\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/masks\"\u003edive masks\u003c\/a\u003e to put the rest of your setup together.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beuchat_focea_hood_ladies","title":"Beuchat Focea Hood Ladies","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dive360 Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Beuchat Focea Hood Ladies is a practical way to add head insulation to your scuba kit. Its 5mm Elaskin neoprene and smooth sealing band help keep the fit close while the shaped lower seal allows you to turn your head comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Air Escape System helps release trapped air, and the hood is designed to coordinate with Focea collar wetsuits. It is a useful addition for cooler dives, particularly when you would rather watch the fish than think about how cold your head feels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beuchat","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":52732350791978,"sku":"539142","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52732350824746,"sku":"539143","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52732350857514,"sku":"539144","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52732350890282,"sku":"539145","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/7596\/6506\/files\/60_pmDyZzzlPy_Focea_Lady_Hood_7257cb73-c17c-4a59-830d-ed8b70161105.jpg?v=1790190566"},{"product_id":"beuchat_focea_hood_mens","title":"Beuchat Focea Hood Mens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dive360 Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Beuchat Focea Hood Mens adds a useful layer of insulation for dives where going bare-headed loses its appeal fairly quickly. The 5mm Elaskin neoprene provides flexibility, with a smooth sealing band to help limit water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts anatomical lower seal is designed to keep head movement comfortable, and the Air Escape System helps release trapped air. It is an easy addition to a Focea collar wetsuit when you want to focus on the dive rather than the cold-water wake-up call.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beuchat","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":52732351185194,"sku":"538142","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52732351217962,"sku":"538143","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52732351250730,"sku":"538144","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52732351283498,"sku":"538145","price":119.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/7596\/6506\/files\/58_4XyoogGF1N_Focea_Lady_Hood1_75e891eb-389f-42f6-802b-e483afeccfea.jpg?v=1790190567"},{"product_id":"mares_phantom_hood_3mm","title":"Mares Phantom Hood 3mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dive360 Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Phantom is a useful addition when your one-piece wetsuit leaves your head out in the cold. 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Your ears may appreciate being included in the clothing budget.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mares","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":52732360884522,"sku":"482166-L","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52732360917290,"sku":"482166-M","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S","offer_id":52732360950058,"sku":"482166-S","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52732360982826,"sku":"482166-XL","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/7596\/6506\/files\/1783715565.jpg?v=1790190621"},{"product_id":"mares_sniper_hood_5mm","title":"Mares Sniper Hood 5mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dive360 Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sniper adds a useful layer of warmth when your head and neck need more cover than a one-piece suit provides. 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