OYSTERPRENE© - Sooruz Surfwear

Whilst developing the Soöruz Ocean Protect label, our R&D department embarked on a two-year journey in collaboration with our suppliers to incorporate recycled oyster shells in the creation of our wetsuits.

THE DEVELOPPEMENT OF THE OYSTERPRENE

Understanding the environmental impact of traditional neoprene, Soöruz has been committed to reducing its ecological footprint for over a decade. During this time, we have focused on developing new materials derived from renewable and recyclable sources. Key innovations such as bamboo and recycled polyester (2013), Yulex (2013), and Naturalprene (2016) have allowed us to create more sustainable wetsuits with enhanced performance. While many wetsuits feature limestone, a less petrochemical-dependent material, it involves an energy-intensive extraction process from quarries and is still a non renewable material.

In 2018, we conducted the first oyster shell crushing tests in France (in La Rochelle). These tests led to the development of two new materials: BIÖPRENE, primarily biobased and part of our new Greenline range (available since March 2020), and OYSTERPRENE©, available since July 2020.

L’éco-conception de l’Oysterprene

A SOÖRUZ INNOVATION ,SINCE 2020.

OYSTERPRENE© is utilized in our most flexible and high performance
neoprene, found in our expert and pro range (Guru+, Guru & GuruWind). This
innovation involves replacing limestone with a natural, recycled, and renewable
product derived from the grinding of oyster shells. This solution allows us to
maintain the technical performance of our wetsuits while improving our
environmental footprint without additional costs for the end customer. We are
proud of this innovation and our decision to make OYSTERPRENE© accessible to
the broader market.

GURU + MEN

GURU + WOMEN

GURU PRO MEN

GURU WOMEN

GURU WIND MEN

OYSTERPRENE, democratized since 2021.

To further advance our environmental efforts in our products, we have made the decision to democratize Oysterprene.

Our best selling ranges, FIGHTER and DIVINE, now incorporate oyster shell powder.
And starting from 2023, the FLY+ will also be made with Oysterprene.

FIGHTER

DIVINE

FLY + MEN

FLY + WOMEN

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Available in 3/2 & 4/3, from November in 5/4/3 mm.

Available from November

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from September in 4/3, November in 5/4/3 mm.

Oysterprene range

Oysterprene Y7 Megaflex:
Extremely flexible and even lighter. Extreme shoulder freedom thanks to the new Y7-Oysterprene neoprene. It is made with less limestone and replaced by our oyster powder.

Recycled Nylon:
During the nylon manufacturing process, we collect fresh nylon yarn waste to produce recycled nylon. This new material offers better flexibility.

Storm-dry Lining:
The lining is made of recycled polyester, which keeps you warm and dries quickly.

Products with Soöruz Ocean Protect label

The Soöruz Ocean Protect label is designed to help customers identify our most environmentally friendly products, aimed at reducing our ecological footprint. Currently, 50% of our product range carries this label. Our ultimate goal is to achieve 100% certification for our entire product range in the coming years.

This label will continue to evolve as part of our commitment to innovation and the protection of our oceans.

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Testimonials

“you don’t feel any difference in performance.”

“it’s a sense of pride to wear these oyster powder wetsuits.”

“we’re on the verge of perfection!”

“they’ve managed to mix real eco-friendly innovation without sacrificing efficiency!”

Incredibly efficient

“you don’t feel any difference from a regular suit. This innovation is really efficient”

Jorgann Couzinet

Pro Surfer

Totally Recommended!

“I have tested and rided with all models of Soöruz wetsuits for 10 years and now we are close to perfection by being Eco-responsible !!!”

Victor Hays

Pro Kitesurfer

Respect for this innovation

“We are proud to be part of the riders who wear these innovative wetsuits”

Thomas Traversa

Pro Windsurf

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L’Info Durable

Soöruz Striving Towards A Greener Future For Wetsuits

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