Sheet updated September 2026
The Manera Seafarer Shorty Hybrid FZ 3.2 mm is the long-sleeve, short-leg shorty from the Seafarer range, built just like a full 3.2 mm wetsuit. Manera designed it for riders who get cold in summer. It features the same technologies as a full 3.2 mm Seafarer, but with legs cut above the knee and long sleeves. It comes with a frontzip, SFOAM foam, XTEND Fleece lining, and SD2 Tape seams. Available in twelve sizes and a single black color.
KEY INFORMATION
MANERA SEAFARER SHORTY HYBRID FZ 3.2 MM - Men's Long-Sleeve Summer Shorty
What we like
- Long sleeves, short legs: Your arms and torso stay covered, while your legs are free for summer sessions.
- A full wetsuit without the legs: Manera builds this shorty with the same technologies as their full 3.2 mm wetsuits.
- Front zip: Entry is through the chest, leaving the back entirely in neoprene for maximum flexibility.
- SFOAM foam: Made from limestone, Manera claims it offers the best flexibility, warmth, and durability ratio on the market.
- XTEND Fleece lining: This lining features loops that insulate and are quick-drying, so you can easily do two sessions back-to-back.
- SD2 Tape seams: An internal tape applied over the seams ensures watertightness and extends the fullsuit's lifespan.
- Twelve sizes: Short and long body sizes St, Ms, Mt, Ls, Lt, and XLs complete the size chart.
Use
Kitesurf • Wingfoil • Surf
Available sizes
Included / Not included
✔️ Included: The Manera Seafarer Shorty Hybrid FZ 3.2 mm shorty
✗ Not included: Hood, Boots, Gloves
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Its place in the Seafarer range
For summer, Manera offers the men's Seafarer in three cuts: this 3.2 mm long-sleeve, short-leg hybrid shorty; a 2.2 mm short-sleeve, long-leg hybrid; and a 2.2 mm short-sleeve, short-leg shorty. This 3.2 mm hybrid is the warmest of the three. We also offer the Seafarer Shorty FZ 2.2 mm.
The Hybrid Shorty Principle
It's incredibly frustrating to be cold in summer, as Manera points out. The Seafarer Shorty Hybrid uses the technologies of a full 3.2 mm wetsuit and simply cuts the legs. This means your torso and arms retain warmth, while your legs gain freedom of movement.
The front zip
Entry is through the chest, featuring a horizontal zip. Compared to a back zip, this design minimizes water entry, and the back remains entirely neoprene, ensuring maximum flexibility. Donning it requires a specific motion the first couple of times, but once you get the hang of it, you won't go back.
The Seafarer construction
The Seafarer is Manera's most direct range, focusing on warmth, comfort, and durability. It features SFOAM limestone-based foam, which Manera claims offers the best flexibility, warmth, and durability ratio on the market. The XTEND Fleece lining has loops that insulate and are quick-drying. The XTEND jersey is soft and lightweight. SD2 Tape seams are used on 100% of the fullsuit, with a 3D-designed pattern and a water strainer to drain any water that might enter. The SD2 Tape is a band applied to the inside of the fullsuit, over the seams, to ensure their watertightness and durability. For the Seafarer FW27, Manera states it's on 100% of the fullsuit. The water strainer expels any water that might have entered.
The 3D pattern
Manera designs its wetsuits in 3D on a body, then converts this model into a 2D pattern for the factory. This is the opposite of common practice, which starts from 2D. The brand expects a second-skin fit from this method. This means no water entry or air pockets, neoprene that only works during movement, and no tight areas around the armpits or crotch.
SIZE GUIDE
| Size | Rider size (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 157 to 176 | 54 to 62 |
| S | 162 to 181 | 62 to 70 |
| St | 176 to 191 | 62 to 70 |
| Ms | 162 to 175 | 70 to 78 |
| M | 170 to 185 | 70 to 78 |
| Mt | 180 to 195 | 70 to 78 |
| Ls | 166 to 180 | 78 to 86 |
| L | 175 to 190 | 78 to 86 |
| Lt | 185 to 200 | 78 to 86 |
| XLs | 166 to 180 | 84 to 94 |
| XL | 177 to 196 | 84 to 94 |
| XXL | 181 to 201 | 94 to 102 |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product | Manera Seafarer Shorty Hybrid FZ 3.2 mm |
| Type | Men's shorty, long sleeves and short legs |
| Range | Seafarer |
| Thickness | 3 mm and 2 mm |
| Closure | Front zip |
| Foam Boards | SFOAM, made from limestone |
| Lining | XTEND Fleece, with insulating loops for quick-drying performance |
| Jersey | XTEND Jersey, flexible and lightweight |
| Seams | SD2 Tape on 100% of the fullsuit |
| Pattern | 3D designed |
| Water drainage | Water strainer |
| Color | Black |
| Sizes | XS, S, St, Ms, M, Mt, Ls, L, Lt, XLs, XL, XXL |
FAQ - MANERA SEAFARER SHORTY HYBRID FZ 3.2 MM
This shorty is for riders who hit the water in cooler summer conditions and want to keep their arms covered, whether kiteboarding, winging, or surfing. At GlissEvolution, you'll find it listed under our summer wetsuits.
The size guide above cross-references rider height and weight, based on the Manera FW27 chart. Twelve sizes are offered, with longer body sizes in t and shorter ones in s. This avoids compensating for body shape by going up a size. If you have any doubt, visit the store; sizes are in stock.
The Shorty Hybrid 3.2 mm features long sleeves and a 3 mm thickness on the torso. The Seafarer Shorty FZ 2.2 mm is 2 mm thick, with both short sleeves and short legs, making it ideal for warmer water.
Our shop is in Pornichet, Loire-Atlantique, and wetsuits are in stock. Trying them on is the only sure way to decide between two sizes. Our team rides in the bay all year and answers by phone and email.
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09 62 64 74 77 | WhatsApp: 07 83 28 39 94, Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-1pm / 3pm-7pm
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