The Palm Bora is the flagship touring drysuit, trusted by paddlers who demand absolute reliability in the harshest conditions. Now built from Seawastex® XP 4-layer PFAS-free recycled fabric, it combines outstanding waterproof performance and breathability with sustainability that makes a difference. Every suit is individually pressure tested, with Palm’s renowned articulated cut, minimal seam design, and reinforced panels where they matter most.

The GlideSkin neoprene neck seal with fleece-lined collar balances dryness with comfort, while latex wrist gaskets, XP 4-layer socks, and a secure twin waist keep water out. YKK AquaSeal zips offer flexibility and absolute dryness, with a relief zip for convenience. The zip-off, volume-adjustable storm hood adapts the Bora from a full expedition suit to a streamlined moving-water shell. Fleece-lined handwarmers, YKK chest pockets, reflective detailing, and laser-cut breathers complete a suit designed for performance without compromise — available in men’s and women’s fits.

Palm x Seawastex® — Discarded fishing nets are collected through coastal return schemes, cleaned, and chemically recycled into new nylon before being spun into high-performance Seawastex® yarns. These fabrics match or exceed the strength, durability, and abrasion resistance of virgin nylon — while cutting carbon emissions by up to 49% and using 15% less energy. Certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), Seawastex® supports coastal communities, helps keep oceans cleaner, and delivers world-class paddlesport performance. Recycled, but never second best.

Features

• Seawastex® XP 4-layer PFAS-free recycled fabric (30,000 mm / 5,000 g/m²/24hr)
• Articulated cut with no 4-way seams
• Individually pressure tested for reliability
• Zip-off, volume-adjustable storm hood (helmet compatible)
• GlideSkin neoprene neck seal with fleece-lined collar (optional latex)
• Latex wrist gaskets, XP 4-layer socks with reinforced soles
• Reinforced 320D high-wear panels
• YKK AquaSeal shoulder entry and relief zips
• YKK AquaGuard chest pockets
• Fleece-lined handwarmer pockets
• Spraydeck-compatible twin waist with neoprene waistband
• Reflective details for visibility

Why it should win

For more than a decade, Palm has led the way in drysuit design — from the first articulated cuts that move with the body, to construction with no 4-way seams for strength and reliability, to individually pressure-testing every suit before it leaves the factory. The updated Bora builds on this legacy, combining proven design with the latest Seawastex® XP 4-layer recycled fabric: waterproof, breathable, sustainable, and uncompromising in performance.

The Bora’s details set it apart — a zip-off storm hood that adapts from full expedition protection to moving-water freedom, a comfortable GlideSkin neck seal with fleece-lined collar, reinforced high-wear panels, and YKK AquaSeal zips for flexibility and dryness. With dedicated men’s and women’s fits, fleece-lined handwarmers, and a secure twin waist, it is designed for paddlers who demand comfort and trust in every condition.

Rugged, versatile, and sustainable — the Bora continues to set the standard for touring drysuits.

Material: PFAS-free Seawastex® XP 4-layer recycled nylon fabric

Sizes: S, M, MB, L, LT, XL, XXL (Men’s) | WS, WSR, WM, WL, WXL (Women’s)

Colourways: Fiesta+Samba