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TIKI WETSUITS MAKING QUALITY WETSUITS SINCE 1969 IMAGES: Cover: Joel Fitzgerald at G-Land

Britain. 40 YEARS ON... Tiki remain at the forefront of wetsuit technology.

through innumerable trips around the world.

advance technology and guarantee quality.

2 TIKI WETSUITS MAKING QUALITY WETSUITS SINCE 1969 IMAGES: Cover: Joel Fitzgerald at G-Land Credit: Jason Childs This Page: Tiki Surf Shop circa 1969 Tiki Wetsuit shoot, sometime in the 80 s BACK IN Tiki began when Tim Heyland and Dave Smith shaped some of the first surfboards in Britain. In 1969 we produced our first wetsuits. Considered state of the art at the time, they were timely relief to the frigid waters of Britain. 40 YEARS ON... Tiki remain at the forefront of wetsuit technology. Our products are backed by a generation of surfing in Britain, plus the experience gained through innumerable trips around the world. We have worked closely with our material suppliers and manufacturers in a continuous quest to advance technology and guarantee quality. Feedback from our international team of surfers ensures our suits are at the highest level of performance. As a British company we understand the demands of cold water surfing and focus our equipment on meeting these needs. Being surfers ourselves means we share the demands of our customers, hence we believe our wetsuits are unequalled for performance and price. With our roots firmly established, we remain at the core of surfing. CONTACT: For Sales, Dealer Enquiries or general information, Tiki can be contacted on: t: +44 (0) e: tiki@tikisurf.co.uk

3 The Tiki showroom is at our N.Devon factory, where it all started back in the 60 s. Here you can find the full range of Tiki products including wetsuits, surfboards and hardware. To find your local stockist visit: or to buy online go to: shop.tikisurf.co.uk CONTENTS: Pages: Feature: 2-3 WETSUITS INTRODUCTION 4-5 WETSUIT FEATURES 6-7 HEATED WETSUITS AND ACCESSORIES 8-9 PRODIGY 6/5/4 5/4/3 4/3 3/ TK90 6/5/4 5/4/3 4/3 3/ TK50 5/4/3 3/ TECH 3/ KIDS TECH 3/ ADV+ 5/4 3/ WETSUIT CODES NEOPRENE ACCESSORIES LYCRA AND POLYPRO RASH VESTS WETSUIT BAGS RUCKSACKS TIKI WORLD - Catch up with Tiki news from around the world

WETSUIT FEATURES: SEAM FREE PADDLE ZONES No rub, no rash. CRITICAL STRETCH AREAS In parts of the suit where stretch is critical, look for complete, single panels with no seam obstruction.

4 WETSUIT FEATURES: SEAM FREE PADDLE ZONES No rub, no rash. CRITICAL STRETCH AREAS In parts of the suit where stretch is critical, look for complete, single panels with no seam obstruction. These will offer the most stretch. COMFORTABLE NECK Obvious really, but crucial to your surfing comfort. A well made neck will be comfortable - tight but not restrictive, not rub and keep out water. INSULATED LUMBER REGION Crucial area for warmth - the best solution is an insulated lumbar panel. When trying on a suit, make sure it fits like a glove in this area. NEOPRENE THICKNESS Look for thicker core areas for warmth, and thinner arms/legs for flexibility. DURABLE KNEEPADS SECURE ANKLE AND WRIST SEALS You want them as tight as possible without being restrictive or painful. Neoprene will ease over time so dont be afraid to go a little tighter at first - it will loosen in the water. MINIMAL SEAMS VS MAXIMUM FIT The best fitting suit will have many panels to curve to your body shape. However, every panel needs a seam and seams encourage water penetration and reduce stretch. Our finely tuned patterns balances fit with seam reduction.

5 MATERIALS: ESPAN EXTEND NEOPRENE SUPERLITE NEOPRENE HOLLOW FIBRE LINED DURATECH KNEES We use a combination of Espan Extend and Superstretch neoprene, with 100% stretch for unrivalled performance. Superlite neoprene creates a lighter suit and ensures greater freedom of movement. Soft wool like linings wick away moisture and increase insulation. Kept to core panels so as not to restrict movement. Duratech is used in high wear areas, this is the most durable neoprene available, with excellent stretch qualities. CONSTRUCTION: SLICK SEALS GLUED AND FLATLOCKED BLINDSTITCHED SEAMS SEALED SEAMS ZIP BASE BADGE Blindstitching is a process whereby the needle does not pass all the way through the neoprene, reducing the chance of water penetration. Flatlocked stitching creates an extremely tough yet flexible seam. Slick seals keep cold water out and warm water in. Sealed seams prevent water penetration through seams, retaining interior warmth for longer. One of the major areas of wear and tear in a suit is the zip - it takes the brunt of the force when getting in and out. A base badge reinforces this area and reduces the chance of failure. FEATURES: HEATED WETSUIT WATER REPELLENT COATING ULTRASEAL BACK SYSTEM GLIDESKIN OVERLOCKING COLLAR Incorporates the world s first commercially available heating system. WRC ensures that the neoprene in the top of the suit doesn t hold water. This makes it incredibly light to wear and significantly warmer. The Ultraseal back system stops the problem of cold water entering the warm interior of your wetsuit by creating a secondary barrier behind the zip. Our double overlocking collar is the surest way to prevent cold flushes. Fully adjustable for comfort. A glideskin collar creates a smooth, rub-free surface increasing comfort level and improving the seal. EXTRAS: PROTECTIVE EMERGENCY PRINTING WHISTLE KEY POCKET Protective Printing reinforces the exterior of the neoprene to create a highly durable surface. Reflective inks create the most hi-vis suit for schools and adventure centres. A safety device fitted to the ADV+ for surf schools and adventure centres. Featured on all Mens and Ladies steamers, except ADV+. Warning: Do not use for Electronic Keys.

6 Temperature Inside Wetsuit HEATED WETSUITS AND ACCESSORIES HEATED WETSUIT The idea for a heated wetsuit has been around for some time but our solution is beautifully simple. We have integrated into a number of products, a system of removeable re-usable heat pads. These can be activated while in the water when the winter chill starts to set in. The extra warmth in the crucial kidney area gives up to an hour of added surfing time. By combining a heating system with our performance design and the highest grade materials, the concept of performance surfing in sub 10 degree water becomes a reality, and the idea of teeth chattering surfs a thing of the past. The best thing of all is that we have kept it within the realms of affordability our Heated 6/5/4 with Hood will RRP for under 350 and additional heat pad packs are available. As a British company we have always focussed our development on cold water surfing. The introduction of an affordable heated wetsuit is a break through innovation and Tiki wetsuits are proud to pioneer this technology. Optimum Performance Temperature Band Heat Pad Activation Timeline 2hr session Ordinary scenario With Heat Pads Fig 1. Showing internal temperature of wetsuit with Heat Pad activation and ordinary scenario.

7 TIKI HEATED RANGE: MENS PRODIGY HEATED STEAMER: 6/5/4 HOODED, 5/4/3, 4/3 and 3/2 GBS LADIES PRODIGY HEATED STEAMER: 6/5/4 HOODED, 5/4/3 MENS TK90 HEATED STEAMER: 6/5/4, 5/4/3, 4/3 LADIES TK90 HEATED STEAMER: 6/5/4, 5/4/3 MENS THERMO VEST THERMO BELT

VALUE PERFORMANCE THE WORLD S FIRST COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE HEATED WETSUIT In 2008 we introduced a heated wetsuit into the market, beating off global rivals and

Due to the overwhelming success of this wetsuit we have extended the range into 4 models for 2009.

The 4/3 model is now a true 3 seasons model as the added heating system means this suit can be worn from early spring right through until early winter.

8 VALUE PERFORMANCE THE WORLD S FIRST COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE HEATED WETSUIT In 2008 we introduced a heated wetsuit into the market, beating off global rivals and becoming the world s first wetsuit company to offer a heated wetsuit in our range. Due to the overwhelming success of this wetsuit we have extended the range into 4 models for As well as the Hooded 6/5/4 and the 5/4/3 winter models we have added a 4/3 and a summer 3/2. The 4/3 model is now a true 3 seasons model as the added heating system means this suit can be worn from early spring right through until early winter. HEATED WETSUIT ESPAN EXTEND NEOPRENE CHEST ZIP DESIGN SLICK SEALS GLIDESKIN COLLAR SEALED SEAMS GLUED AND BLINDSTITCHED HOLLOW FIBRE LINED DURATECH KNEES MODELS AVAILABLE MENS PRODIGY 4/3 GBS HEATED STEAMER MENS PRODIGY 3/2 GBS HEATED STEAMER MENS PRODIGY 6/5/4 G2 HOODED HEATED STEAMER MENS PRODIGY 5/4/3 G2 HEATED STEAMER LADIES PRODIGY 6/5/4 G2 HOODED HEATED STEAMER

9 WARMTH Girls model out next winter COLOURS AND SIZES: MENS: 1 2 XS S TS M TM LS L TL XL To make this the warmest suit available it was necessary to eliminate all chances of water penetration. It makes the suit a little harder to get into than a back zip suit but once you ve nailed the technique it s easy. Shown right is a step by step guide to get out of the suit. When getting in, it s the same in reverse - but always put the easy arm in first.

10 VALUE PERFORMANCE PREMIUM HIGH PERFORMANCE WETSUIT HEATED WETSUIT WATER REPELLENT COATING ESPAN EXTEND NEOPRENE ULTRASEAL BACK SYSTEM SLICK SEALS GLIDESKIN OVERLOCKING COLLAR SEALED SEAMS GLUED AND BLINDSTITCHED HOLLOW FIBRE LINED DURATECH KNEES The TK90 represents over 40 years of wetsuit development. Our Espan Extend neoprene material is one of the most flexible neoprenes ever created. The Superflex 3 panel layout has been refined to offer the greatest freedom of movement for high performance surfing. For 2009 we have even added our heating system to the 4/3 model creating one of the best wetsuits we ve ever made. MODELS AVAILABLE MENS TK90 4/3 G5 GBS HEATED STEAMER LADIES TK90 4/3 G5 GBS STEAMER MENS TK90 3/2 G5 GBS STEAMER LADIES TK90 3/2 G5 GBS STEAMER GROM TK90 4/3 G5 GBS STEAMER GROM TK90 3/2 G5 GBS STEAMER MENS TK90 6/5/4 G5 HEATED STEAMER LADIES TK90 6/5/4 G5 HEATED STEAMER MENS TK90 5/4/3 G5 HEATED STEAMER LADIES TK90 5/4/3 G5 HEATED STEAMER GROM TK90 5/4/3 G5 STEAMER

11 WARMTH VALUE COLOURS AND SIZES: MENS: XS S TS M TM LS L TL XL XXL LADIES: T8 10 T10 12 T12 14 T KIDS: K4 K5 K6 K7

12 VALUE PERFORMANCE FEATURE PACKED SUPER VALUE WETSUIT SUPERSTRETCH NEOPRENE ULTRASEAL BACK SYSTEM SLICK SEALS GLIDESKIN OVERLOCKING COLLAR CRITICALLY SEALED SEAMS GLUED AND BLINDSTITCHED DURATECH KNEES The TK50 is a our rock solid, no nonsense suit. Using the same Superflex 3 pattern as the TK90 and superstretch neoprene, the fit and flex rival any of the top-end suits available. The key features have been retained, with GBS, slick seals, a Glideskin collar and the Ultraseal Back System ensuring maximum comfort and minimal flush. You won t find a better suit for this money. MODELS AVAILABLE MENS TK50 3/2 G2 GBS STEAMER LADIES TK50 3/2 G2 GBS STEAMER MENS TK50 3/2 G2 GBS L/S SPRING LADIES TK50 3/2 G2 GBS L/S SPRING MENS TK50 5/4/3 GBS STEAMER LADIES TK50 5/4/3 GBS STEAMER

13 WARMTH COLOURS AND SIZES: MENS: XS S TS M TM LS L TL XL XXL LADIES: T8 10 T10 12 T12 14 T

14 VALUE PERFORMANCE AFFORDABLE PERFORMANCE WETSUITS SUPERSTRETCH NEOPRENE SUPERLITE NEOPRENE OVERLOCKING COLLAR FLATLOCKED DURATECH KNEES The Tech uses tried and tested patterns and materials to give amazing performance and durability at an incredible price. All of the crucial elements from our top end suits: Superstrech neoprene, seam free paddle zones, minimal seam placement etc are combined with Flatlocked seams to make this a super tough - long lasting suit. The Tech range sets the benchmark for high value, quality wetsuits. MODELS AVAILABLE MENS TECH 4 3/2 F/L STEAMER LADIES TECH 4 3/2 F/L STEAMER MENS TECH 4 3/2 F/L SPRING LADIES TECH 4 3/2 F/L SPRING MENS TECH 4 3/2 F/L LONG JOHN

WARMTH DON T FORGET YOUR ACCESSORIES COLOURS AND SIZES: MENS: 1 2 3 4 XS S TS M TM LS L TL XL XXL

15 WARMTH DON T FORGET YOUR ACCESSORIES COLOURS AND SIZES: MENS: XS S TS M TM LS L TL XL XXL LADIES: T8 10 T10 12 T12 14 T MENS THERMO VEST LADIES POLYPRO RASH VEST 5mm POLYPLUSH BOOT

16 VALUE PERFORMANCE QUALITY WETSUITS FOR KIDS SUPERLITE NEOPRENE OVERLOCKING COLLAR FLATLOCKED DURATECH KNEES The importance of buying a quality wetsuit becomes even more crucial for kids. These suits are carefully scaled down from our adults sizes, featuring the same quality material and features sees news Boys and Girls colours and a K4 colour break for older kids. The Tech range sets the benchmark for high value, quality wetsuits. MODELS AVAILABLE KIDS TECH 4 3/2 F/L STEAMER (T1 - T2) BOYS TECH 4 3/2 F/L STEAMER GIRLS TECH 4 3/2 F/L STEAMER KIDS TECH 4 3/2 F/L SPRING (T1 - T2) BOYS TECH 4 3/2 F/L SPRING GIRLS TECH 4 3/2 F/L SPRING KIDS TECH 4 3/2 F/L LONG JOHN

17 WARMTH COLOURS AND SIZES: TODDLER: T1 T2 BOYS: (Colourway 5 in all sizes) K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K5 K6 K7 K8 GIRLS: (Colourway 5 in all sizes) K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K5 K6 K7 K8

18 VALUE PERFORMANCE SAFETY CONSCIOUS FOR ADVENTURE SUPERSTRETCH NEOPRENE SUPERLITE NEOPRENE OVERLOCKING COLLAR REFLECTIVE PROTECTIVE PRINTING GLUED AND BLINDSTITCHED FLATLOCKED DURATECH KNEES EMERGENCY WHISTLE SIZE SPECIFIC COLOURS The ADV+ is built to handle the wear and tear of daily use by surf schools and adventure centres. The Duratech material usually reserved fo the kneepads is also used in the whole seat panel and the GBS models are Blindstitched inside and out. The safety features of the whistle and Hi-visibility reflective printing make this model a best seller. MODELS AVAILABLE MENS ADV+ G2 5/4 GBS STEAMER LADIES ADV+ G2 5/4 GBS STEAMER MENS ADV+ G2 3/2 GBS STEAMER LADIES ADV+ G2 3/2 GBS STEAMER MENS ADV+ G2 3/2 F/L STEAMER LADIES ADV+ G2 3/2 F/L STEAMER KIDS ADV+ G2 5/4 GBS STEAMER KIDS ADV+ G2 3/2 GBS STEAMER KIDS ADV+ G2 3/2 F/L STEAMER

WARMTH DURABILITY SAFETY CONSCIOUS ACCESSORIES To complement the ADV+ suits we offer a large range of products specifically geared towards Surf Schools and Adventure Centres.

19 WARMTH DURABILITY SAFETY CONSCIOUS ACCESSORIES To complement the ADV+ suits we offer a large range of products specifically geared towards Surf Schools and Adventure Centres. The durability and safety features of these products also make them very suitable for beginners and families, such as our Soft N Hard range of surfboards. Check the website for details: COLOURS AND SIZES: XS/XXL S TS M TM L TL XL 8/16 T8/18 10 T10 12 T12 14 T14 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8

20 NEOPRENE ACCESSORIES Surfing around the coasts of Britain for the last forty five years has given us a pretty good idea of the kind of gear needed to stay stoked through the winter. Our new Performance range is designed to provide the maximum warmth with the minimum restriction so you can still surf to a high level despite the extra winter rubber. For super warm stuff there s the Plush Lined Boot and Glove. It s a bit thicker but a whole lot warmer. Our range also includes a number of price point pieces; affordable but all tried, tested and certified PERFORMANCE HOOD mm S/L JAW-LITE PEAKED HOOD The Lobster Glove has some of the extra warmth of a Mitt but with the added dexterity of a glove /2 PERFORMANCE GLOVES mm LOBSTER GLOVES mm D/L PLUSH GLOVE WITH STRAP mm D/L JUNIOR PLUSH GLOVE mm WEBBED GLOVE

21 PERFORMANCE RANGE The Performance Range is our latest range using the best materials and construction available. The use of Espan Extend neoprene, liquid seal and Hollow Fibre, coupled with ergonomic designs, means that these neoprene accessories will allow performance surfing throughout the winter. NEOPRENE ACCESSORIES /4/3 PERFORMANCE BOOT mm GBS POLYPLUSH BOOT WITH STRAP mm GBS STREAMLINE BOOT mm KIDS STREAMLINE BOOT mm ADULTS REEF SHOE mm DIVING SOX mm MAUSERED SOX

22 RASH VESTS AND POLYPRO Our rashies are made from a medium heavy weight 7oz lycra to work both under a wetsuit and just with boardies. They are flatlocked to create the smoothest seam and reduce any risk of rashing. The cut, as with our wetsuits, has a seam free paddle zone in the underarm. Our range of rashies includes both Long and Short sleeved models, in Mens, Ladies and Kids, as well as a Basic range and Safety model for surf schools. We also offer a Kids Spring Suit with a Hood to keep the sun off on the beach MENS SHORT SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST MENS LONG SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST LADIES SHORT SLEEVED/ F/L RASH VEST LADIES LONG SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST KIDS S/S F/L RASH VEST KIDS BASIC LYCRA SPRING SUIT MENS S/S F/L RASH VEST - NO LOGO KIDS S/S F/L RASH VEST - NO LOGO

23 RASHIES AND POLYPRO A common misconception is that rash vests keep your warmer. Lycra has minimal insulative properties so for a warm underlayer you need to use a thicker, brushed material like Polypro. Our Polypro range works with the same rash prevention features as the rashies, but with a thick warm material to keep you toasty in the winter or just add a bit of warmth to your summer suit for those dawny surfs THICK POLYPRO SHORT SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST THICK POLYPRO LONG SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST LADIES POLYPRO LONG SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST KIDS POLYPRO LONG SLEEVED F/L RASH VEST THICK POLYPRO F/L 3/4 SPRING

24 WETSUIT BAGS Whether you want to keep the boot of your car dry or haul your gear across continents - from a lightweight stash bag to the heavy duty surf trip duffle bag - we ve got it covered. NYLON DUFFLE BAG A lightweight bag designed for day trips. TINT WETSUIT BAG All round wetsuit bag with rollover closure and shoulder strap. Good affordable option. BAKPAK WETSAK Made from PVC tarpaulin, with welded seams and a water tight close, this is a heavy duty wetsack. We ve added rucksack straps for ease of use.

SURF TRIP DUFFLE BAG Designed to be stuffed full of kit and hauled around the world. No bells and whistles on this, just solid construction where it s needed.

25 SURF TRIP DUFFLE BAG Designed to be stuffed full of kit and hauled around the world. No bells and whistles on this, just solid construction where it s needed. WETSUIT BAGS LOCKABLE METAL CARRY HANDLES SHOULDER STRAPS/ RUCKACK STRAPS ZIP SLIDERS QUICK ACCESS POCKET ADDRESS WINDOW D-OPENING GRAB HANDLE UTILITY LOOPS HEAVY DUTY HEAVY DUTY 600D BASE REINFORCEMENT STRAPS COMPRESSION STRAPS NYLON INTERIOR LINER WATERPROOF PVC TARPAULIN WETSUIT NYLON DUFFLE BAG TINT WETSUIT BAG BAKPAK WETACK SURF TRIP DUFFLE BAG

26 RUCKSACKS SURF ACCESSORIES LIGHTWEIGHT RUCKSACK Designed to be rolled up and stuffed in your board bag, then used as a lightweight day pack when you arrive at your destination. Or...good for school books. - LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION - DURABLE NYLON OUTER - COMPRESSION STRAPS - 1 MAIN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT - 2 SMALLER POCKETS - IPOD POCKET WITH HEADPHONE HOLE - MAIN POCKET EASILY FITS A4 FILE TECH BACKPACK For the budding surf videographer or seasoned long-hauler, this pack is designed to protect all your tech gear. It is fully padded around the exterior with an additional padded exo-frame. Plus it has 3 padded interior dividers so your gear doesn t get mashed up inside. AND it s designed to work in briefcase format or slung on your back as a pack. - 5mm PADDED SHELL - 5mm PADDED INTERNAL DIVIDERS - LOCKABLE ZIPS AND METAL COMPONENTS - 8mm PADDED EXO-FRAME - BRIEFCASE/BACKPACK DESIGN - IPOD AND EXTERNAL POCKETS

27 EXPEDITION RUCKSACK A 30 litre pack designed with the sole intention of being the best, all-round, bomb proof surf expedition pack. There s not an ounce of fat on this thing - every part is put to vital use, from the waterproof section for your wetsuit to the hi-tensile steel handle which doubles up as a locking anchor. IPOD POCKET WITH HEADPHONE HOLE RUCK- SACKS HI-TENSILE STEEL ANCHOR POINT HI-TENSILE STEEL HANDLE HARD WEARING 600D NYLON WATER BOTTLE POCKET PADDED LAPTOP SECTION PADDED CAMERA/CHARGER SECTION CARABINER LOOP ALL ZIPS WITH HI-VIS PULLS HIDDEN HI-SECURITY POCKET FOR PASSPORTS ETC COMPRESSION STRAP DOUBLES AS SKATE/SNOWBOARD CARRY STRAPS SUPER PADDED BACK AND SHOULDER STRAPS POCKETS FOR WAX, CHANGE, FINS ETC NEOPRENE STRAP POCKET KEY POCKET WITH KEY LOOP CHEST AND WAIST STRAPS BALLISTIC NYLON BASE WATERPROOF SECTION FOR YOUR WET WETTIE OR TO KEEP YOUR GEAR DRY ON SKETCHY BOAT CROSSINGS LIGHTWEIGHT RUCKSACK EXPEDITION RUCKSACK TECH BACKPACK

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