Zone3 first developed the Buoyancy Shorts in 2008. The original version of this product was made from a 5/3 mm thick smoothskin material. However, due to its overwhelming popularity, Zone3 has now launched a design with greater buoyancy and reduced drag called “The Premium Option.”
The Buoyancy Shorts were first developed by Zone3 in 2008. The original version of this product was made from a 5/3 mm thick Smoothskin material. However, due to its overwhelming popularity, Zone3 has now launched a design with greater buoyancy and reduced drag called “The Premium Option.”
The shorts consist of a combination of 3 mm Yamamoto #39 SCS on the front and back and 5 mm Yamamoto SCS Aerodome on the side panels, offering 30% more buoyancy than standard neoprene.
The #39 SCS material provides a softer, lighter, and more flexible fit, while the Aerodome gives the swimmer more buoyancy and hip rotation. This is particularly suitable for swimmers with heavy legs who want to refine their technique.
The SCS coating ensures minimal drag through the water, and the Aerodome material features air bubbles between the neoprene layers that provide 30% more buoyancy than standard neoprene. The 3 mm thickness on the front and back provides additional buoyancy, while the 5 mm-thick side panels complement this by promoting hip rotation with every stroke. There is also a softer and more stretchy inner lining to enhance comfort. The shorts are sewn and bonded just like a triathlon wetsuit.
Note
It is important to wear the Zone3 buoyancy shorts in the correct size. That is why you will find a size chart in the images that will help you determine the right size for you for this product.
Material
100% polyamide
| Product Name: | Zone3 Premium 5/3mm Buoyancy Shorts Men - black/red |
| Manufacturer: | Zone3 |
| Item Code: | ZON263499 |
| Material: | 100% polyamide |
| compression: | no |
| activity: | Swim, Triathlon |
| gender: | men |
| textile fabric: | Neoprene |
| Swim apparel : | Neorene Pants / Shorts |
| Model year: | 2026 |
| Collection: | Full year |
| Color: | Black |
| weight: | 328g |
| GTINs: | 700253438529, 700253438536, 700253438543, 700253438512, 700253438550, 700253438567 |
| Manufacturer page: | https://zone3.com |
In the following tables you will find information on the dress sizes of the manufacturer Zone3.
| International | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. body height (cm) | 157 - 170 | 168 - 178 | 170 - 185 | 175 - 188 | 178 - 196 | 178 - 196 |
| B. chest (cm) | 81 - 86 | 86 - 97 | 91 - 102 | 102 - 112 | 112 - 122 | 117 - 127 |
International XS
International S
International M
International L
International XL
International XXL
| International | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. body height (cm) | 152 - 163 | 157 - 168 | 163 - 175 | 168 - 183 | 168 - 183 |
| B. chest (cm) | 71 - 81 | 76 - 86 | 86 - 97 | 91 - 102 | 91 - 107 |
International XS
International S
International M
International L
International XL