Sharkskin Performance Long Pants (Women's)

For women who dive, paddle or train on the water and want their legs covered from wind and spray, the Sharkskin Performance Long Pants (Women's) are a dependable thermal layer. They are designed so you can focus on your session instead of how cold you feel. Snug and warm, they handle both cool dive days and hard paddle workouts.

What the Fabric Does

Most of the pant is Chillproof, which Sharkskin describes as a three-layer membrane that blocks wind and water and wicks sweat away from the body. The Chillproof version is rated as equivalent to 3mm of neoprene. Reinforcing panels of neoprene sit at the knees and seat, giving extra water protection and freedom of movement exactly where you bend and sit.

Because the pants are neutrally buoyant, you can wear them diving without adjusting your weights. They are antimicrobial and resist odor and itch, which helps on multi-day trips. A Lite version is also available if you prefer less thermal protection.

Women's Sizing and Fit

The women's cut runs from US0 to US16, in US0, US2, US4, US6, US8, US10, US12, US14 and US16. The extra strength compression fabric hugs the legs closely, and the four-way stretch keeps that close fit from feeling restrictive when you climb a ladder or kneel on a paddleboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I wear the women's Performance Long Pants for scuba diving?

Yes. They are neutrally buoyant and rated as equivalent to 3mm of neoprene in the Chillproof version. Many divers wear them on their own or under a wetsuit for extra warmth.

What sizes do the women's long pants come in?

They are offered in US0 through US16.

Is there a lighter version of these pants?

Yes. Sharkskin offers Chillproof and Lite versions so you can pick your thermal level.