Hiko Canyon overall hood

Hiko Canyon Overall Hood: Durable canyoning wetsuit with a hood

Canyon Overall Hood: A Suit for Demanding Canyoning

Hiko Canyon Overall Hood This is a full-body canyoning wetsuit with an integrated hood, developed in collaboration with canyoning professionals and guides. It is designed for demanding commercial, professional, and recreational use, where a combination of thermal protection, high durability, and freedom of movement is essential.

The suit protects the entire body while swimming in cold water, rappelling down waterfalls, climbing, jumping, and moving through rocky gorges. The design is focused on long-term durability in high-wear areas that are exposed to abrasion from rocks during canyoning.

Strategically placed 5–6 mm neoprene panels

The Hiko Canyon Overall Hood features strategically placed neoprene panels with a thickness of 5 mm and 6 mm. Thicker sections provide thermal insulation in cold water, while the placement of the panels accommodates the need for free movement in the shoulders, knees, and other active parts of the body.

• 5–6 mm neoprene: Enhanced thermal protection for extended stays in cold water.
• Strategic Panel Layout: A balance between insulation and the necessary flexibility.
• Full-body coverage: Protection for the torso, arms, legs, and head during canyon descents.

Surf-style cut for maximum shoulder freedom

The suit's cut is based on the design of surf wetsuits, which emphasize freedom of movement in the shoulders. This is important when swimming, climbing, handling ropes, and rappelling—activities where you need your arms to move freely without being restricted by the material.

• A design inspired by surf wetsuits: It supports the shoulders' natural range of motion.
• Freedom while climbing: Comfort during lunges, stretching, and moving through tight spaces.
• Comfort while rappelling: The suit adapts better to the body's movements in a seat harness.

S-Seal, Small Diamond, and Protective Prints

The suit is designed for frequent contact with rock. Exposed seams are protected S-Seal — a rubber layer that minimizes damage. The lower part of the suit, from the waist down and on the forearms, is covered with abrasion-resistant Small Diamond nylon.

• S-Seal: Rubber protection for open seams in areas prone to damage.
• Small Diamond Nylon: Abrasion-resistant material from the waist down and on the forearms.
• Protective prints: Additional protection for the forearms, knees, and shins against abrasions from rocks.
• Better glide: Protective zones make it easier to move across wet rock surfaces.

Contoured hood with Airprene panels

The ergonomically shaped hood is equipped with drainage holes to allow water to drain out when the hood is down. The inner collar around the neck helps prevent water from getting inside the suit when you're not using the hood.

Panels are used in the area around the ears Airprene. The perforated neoprene helps equalize pressure when jumping into the water from a height and reduces the risk of uncomfortable pressure in the ears.

• Shaped hood: Designed to comfortably cover your head while in cold water.
• Drain holes: They allow water to drain away when the hood is up.
• Inner collar: It helps prevent the suit from being washed out by cold water.
• Airprene around the ears: Perforated panels help equalize pressure during jumps.

Off-center front zipper and practical pants

The long front zipper is positioned off-center to avoid getting in the way of the chin and to remain comfortable when bending forward. The legs feature a cutout that can be pulled over the heel for easier donning and a better fit of the wetsuit.

• Off-center front zipper: Greater comfort around the neck and chin.
• Long front closure: Makes it easier to put on and take off a full-body wetsuit.
• Cutout at the heel: It allows you to pull the pant leg over your heel when getting dressed.

Suitable use

The Hiko Canyon Overall Hood is designed for canyoning in cold water and challenging rocky terrain:

• Technical canyoning: Abseiling, rock climbing, swimming, and jumping in canyons.
• Commercial canyoning: Durable design suitable for tour guides, travel agencies, and rental companies.
• Cold mountain gorges: Thick neoprene for extended exposure to cold water.
• Emergency use: Suitable for professional operations in aquatic and rocky environments.
• Waterfalls and slides: Protective zones for contact with rock and movement in rugged terrain.

Technical parameters

Table of sizes

Bonus program and purchase benefits

When you purchase the Hiko Canyon Overall Hood canyoning wetsuit from us, you’ll earn credits toward our rewards program. You can use these credits as a discount on your next purchase of canyoning gear—such as canyoning shoes, a helmet, a harness, a rope, carabiners, a waterproof bag, or other technical accessories.

Expert Advice

A sturdy canyoning wetsuit must fit snugly, especially around the neck, wrists, hips, and ankles, but at the same time, it must not restrict your ability to raise your arms overhead, perform deep squats, or move while wearing a harness. Before your first real outing, try on the suit with a helmet, boots, and harness. The hood’s drainage holes and Airprene panels work best when the hood fits properly over your ears; when jumping into the water, always follow safe procedures, check the depth, and follow the instructions of an experienced guide.