Orca Athlex Float Men’s Wetsuit V2

Orca Athlex Float Men’s Wetsuit V2

Balanced buoyancy for open-water confidence

The Athlex Float V2 is built for triathletes who need extra buoyancy to hold the correct swimming position without sacrificing freedom of movement. Orca uses Yamamoto neoprene throughout, with 4.5mm panels concentrated in the legs to lift the lower body and keep swimmers horizontal and elevated in the water for longer — reducing drag and protecting technique even as fatigue sets in during a race.

Where the Athlex Float V2 earns its “balanced” tag is through the upper body. Highly elastic materials in the shoulders, arms and back give a full range of motion through every stroke, and Orca has removed the shoulder graphics entirely on this panel — a small change that further increases flexibility exactly where triathletes need it most: the catch and pull phase.

Hydrodynamics and quick transitions

Orca applies an SCS (Super Composite Skin) treatment to the exterior of the suit, reducing surface friction and helping swimmers hold pace through training sessions and race day alike. The neoprene composition — 95% neoprene, 5% polyamide (nylon) — is also chosen for its hydrophobic properties, meaning the suit sheds water quickly and comes off fast in transition, which matters when seconds count.

Who it suits

The Float V2 sits in Orca’s range for swimmers who benefit from added buoyancy — typically those with a weaker kick, less experienced open-water swimmers, or anyone whose legs tend to sink. If you’re already a strong, balanced swimmer, the Athlex Flex V2 or Flow V2 (lower buoyancy, higher elasticity) may suit better — worth a chat with Stef if you’re unsure which fits your stroke.

Care note: rinse thoroughly in fresh water after every use (chlorine and salt degrade neoprene), air dry away from direct sunlight, and store on a hanger draped from the waist — never by the shoulders.