Sheet updated September 2026
The Manera Seafarer Women BZ 4/3 mm is the mid-season fullsuit from the women's Seafarer range, with a back zip. Manera presents it as a reliable, safe bet from mid-season to early winter, probably the fullsuit you wear most often throughout the year. The arms and shoulders are 3 mm thick to maintain stretch in the upper body. The XTEND Fleece lining dries quickly. It features a back zip, a women's cut, five sizes, and comes in black color.
KEY INFORMATION
MANERA SEAFARER WOMEN BZ 4.3 MM - Women's Mid-Season Fullsuit
What we like
- The thickness you wear most often: Manera rates it as reliable from mid-season to early winter, making it the fullsuit for most of the year.
- Back zip: The easiest entry. You open it at the back, slip it on, and pull the strap. Convenient in a winter parking lot.
- 3 mm upper body: Arms and shoulders are thinner than the torso, allowing you to raise your arms to the bar or wing without effort.
- SFOAM foam: Made from limestone, Manera claims it offers the best flexibility, warmth, and durability ratio on the market.
- XTEND Fleece lining: Loops that insulate and retain warmth, soft against the skin, and quick-drying.
- SD2 Tape seams: Taped over 100% of the fullsuit, according to the FW27 book, for watertightness and long-lasting performance.
- 3D patterning: Manera designs its fullsuits in 3D before flattening them, creating a cut that follows the body without creases.
Use
Kitesurf • Wingfoil • Surf
Available sizes
Included / Not included
✓ Included: 1 Manera Seafarer Women BZ 4.3 mm fullsuit
✗ Not included: Hood, Boots, Gloves
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The Seafarer in the Manera range
Manera organizes its fullsuits into distinct ranges: the Classic for beginners, the Seafarer for a well-made essential, the XTEND for maximum mobility, and the Magma for extreme cold. The brand describes the Seafarer as a no-frills, perfectly cut fullsuit made from high-end materials. It offers the best value for money. GlissEvolution classifies this 4/3 mm back-zip fullsuit as a mid-season option.
The reliable choice for mid-season.
Manera presents this as a reliable choice, dependable from mid-season right through to early winter. It's likely the fullsuit you'll wear most throughout the year. The arms and shoulders are 3 mm thick, maintaining stretch in the upper body, and the XTEND Fleece lining dries very quickly between sessions.
The Seafarer FW27 construction
Manera summarizes the Seafarer as everything that makes a good wetsuit: warmth, comfort, durability, with the brand's cut and construction. 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 dry quickly. The XTEND jersey is soft and lightweight. SD2 Tape seams are used on 100% of the wetsuit, with a 3D-designed pattern and a water strainer to drain water.
The back zip
Entry is through the back, with a strap for easy self-closure. This is the simplest way to put it on, requiring no special technique. The trade-off is a back zip, which is less flexible than a foam back. Manera also offers the same thickness with a front zip, the Seafarer Women FZ 4.3 mm, and the range is available in 5.4,3 mm and 3.2 mm options.
Choosing your size
Available in five women's sizes, from XS to XL. The size guide higher up on the page cross-references your height and weight, based on the Manera FW27 women's chart. Always choose a fullsuit that fits snugly when dry: if it's too large, it will create water pockets; if it's too small, it will pull on your shoulders.
SIZE GUIDE
| Size | Rider size (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 147 to 180 | 47 to 54 |
| S | 151 to 183 | 54 to 61 |
| M | 155 to 186 | 61 to 69 |
| L | 159 to 190 | 69 to 76 |
| XL | 162 to 193 | 76 to 82 |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Type | Women's fullsuit, long sleeves and legs |
| Range | Seafarer |
| Thickness | 4 and 3 mm, with 3 mm arms and shoulders |
| Season | Mid-season, extending into early winter |
| Closure | Back 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, M, L, XL |
FAQ - MANERA SEAFARER WOMEN BZ 4.3 MM
This wetsuit is for the female kiteboarder, wing foiler, or surfer who rides from spring to early winter. It offers the easy entry of a back zip. For deep winter, Manera offers the Seafarer Women in 5/4/3 mm, with or without a hood.
The size guide above cross-references height and weight, based on the Manera FW27 women's chart. A wetsuit should fit snugly when dry. If it is loose in the shop, it will let water in when you are in the waves. If you have any doubt, visit the shop, as sizes are in stock. You can also call us with your measurements.
The back zip is the easiest to put on and close by yourself. The front zip leaves the back entirely free of seams and limits water entry. It takes some practice to put on. For the same thickness, the warmth comes from the same materials.
The Seafarer is the well-made entry-level range. It features SFOAM neoprene, XTEND Fleece lining, and SD2 Tape. The Magma is Manera's cold-weather range, with OCENA foam (no neoprene) and Magma Plus lining, at a higher price.
We are a Kite, Wing, and Surf shop in Pornichet, on the Atlantic coast. We wear Manera wetsuits on our local spot before recommending them. If you have any doubt about a size, call us or visit the store. The sizes are in stock, and trying it on is the only sure way to decide.
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