T1 Black Pearl Pullover*
BPP3
The Black Pearl model offers a very affordable option without sacrificing warmth, comfort, and durability.
Sizing : Please refer to the size chart button above for sizing guidance based on gender. If in doubt, email questions to contact@desotosport.com.
New Features:
- Zipper is lighter weight and corrosion resistant
- Less-toxic bonding agent for people with skin sensitivities
Favorite Features Remain:
- The Black Pearl has the same design, construction, and fit as the T1 First Wave, but is made of GreenGoma™ #8 Rubber with Super Composite Skin. A more affordable option without sacrificing warmth, comfort or durability.The snug neckline of all T1 Wetsuit tops is designed to be comfortable while swimming.
- Lined with 4-way stretch Nylon Lycra® to minimize chafing
- Flexible 2mm body and arms with a lower neckline for comfort
- BIO-STROKE design puts your arms into a forward rotated shoulder position for a more efficient swim stroke
- YKK® custom zipper is small, lightweight, and makes removal easier than ever
- Chlorine resistant treatment, but not recommend for repeated use in chlorinated water
- Sleek graphics, no gimmicks
- Sold as separates for a true customized fit
- Sustainability is extremely important to De Soto, click here to learn how we are making a difference
- T1 Wetsuits 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
- T1 Wetsuit product care and FAQs
The two-piece design of the T1 Wetsuits offers more comfort and less restriction. The top and bottom are not attached. This means you have much more freedom of movement and there is no “torso-rubber stretch” or shoulder fatigue that occurs with one-piece wetsuits. All T1 models are sold as separates for a customized and personal fit. With up to seven sizes of tops and bottoms, you have 49 possible size combinations from which to choose. Other features we innovated many years ago include lower necklines and thicker rubber in the legs and hips to help float the largest bones and muscles in the body. More floatation here means more speed. T1 Wetsuits are not filled with gimmicks, just physics.
Proper swim stroke includes swimming with your head slightly tilted up. Imagine how your head would be if you were reaching for something in an upper shelf of a cabinet. That said, the snug part may require a certain "getting use to.” The other part to know is that it will also relax a little bit over time by wearing it. It is important that the neck be snug so that water does not freely flow in while swimming.
Whether you like to swim for exercise or are on the swim course of a Triathlon, T1 Wetsuits offer you speed, comfort and buoyancy that will make swimming pure pleasure!
PRODUCT CODE: BPP3
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United StatesA year round ocean swimmer and triathlete training in SOCAL - I've come to rely on the durability and versatility of De Soto's T1 Black Pearl. While other brands last my partners one season the T1 lasts 3-4 times as long- making it a bargain. And the option of pairing the Bibjohn with a vest is ideal for swimmers who like to feel the water. To top things off, this new model is the most supple, comfortable De Soto yet!
The item fits well. Unfortunately due to injury I have been unable to use it yet.
Third de sota wetsuit I have owned. Best fitting, most comfortable, easiest exist of all wetsuits on the market.
I just retired my first DeSoto T1 2-pc wetsuit after more than 10 years of service, and have purchased my second suit to get me through the 50’s. DeSoto makes the best gear that outlasts any other brand that I have worn. And whenever I snag or put a tear into my wetsuit, DeSoto has always repaired it free of charge. Quite simply, DeSoto makes the best triathlon gear available. Bravo!
reviewing both top and bottom, as they work as a unit - Used both pieces in the GR Triathlon last week - far more comfortable than the 1 piece suit - bought the top a size larger than the bottom and could breath comfortably in the approx. 1 mile swim, way better than with the 1 piece. it�۪s easier to get on and off than a 1 piece - and I can do the zipper myself, which is nice.
T1 WETSUIT SIZING INFORMATION IMPERIAL / METRIC
| Size | Height | Weight | Male Chest |
Male Waist | Male Hips | Female Bust | Female Waist | Female Hips |
| 1 | 4’9”- 5’3” 145 - 160 cm | 90 - 105 lbs 41 - 48 kg | 29" - 31" 74 cm - 79 cm | 27” or less 69 cm or less | 33" or less 84 cm or less | 28" - 31" 71 cm - 79 cm | 26" or less 66 cm or less | 34" or less 87 cm or less |
| 2 | 5’2” - 5’6” 157 - 168 cm | 105 - 125 lbs 48 - 57 kg | 30" - 33" 76 cm - 84 cm | 27" - 29" 69 cm - 75cm | 34" -35" 85 cm -90 cm | 30" - 33" 76 cm - 84 cm | 27" - 28" 67 cm - 72 cm | 35" - 36" 88 cm - 92 cm |
| 3 |
5’4” - 5’8” 163 - 173 cm |
125 - 150 lbs 57 - 68 kg | 33" - 37" 83 cm - 94 cm | 30" - 31" 76 cm - 81 cm | 36"- 37" 91 cm - 94cm | 33" - 37" 81 cm - 94 cm | 29" - 30" 73 cm - 76 cm | 37" - 38" 93 cm - 97 cm |
| 4 | 5'7" - 5'10" 170 - 178 cm | 150 - 165 lbs 68 - 75 kg | 37" - 43" 94 cm - 109 cm | 32" - 34" 82 cm - 88cm | 38" - 39" 96 cm - 100 cm | 37" - 42" 94 cm - 107 cm | 31" - 33" 77 cm - 84 cm | 39" - 40" 98 cm - 103 cm |
| 5 | 5'9" - 6'4" 175 - 193 cm | 165 - 190 lbs 75 - 86 kg | 43" - 45" 109 cm - 114 cm | 35" - 36" 89 cm - 93cm | 40" - 43" 101 cm - 110 cm | 42" - 45" 107 cm - 114 cm | 34" - 36" 85 cm - 92 cm | 41" - 42" 104 cm - 107 cm |
| 6 |
6' - 6'6" 183 - 198 cm |
190 - 220 lbs 86 - 100 kg | 45" - 48" 114 cm - 122 cm |
37" - 40" 94 cm - 101 cm |
44" - 47" 111 cm - 119 cm | 44" - 46" 112 cm - 117 cm | 37" - 40" 94 cm - 102 cm | 43" - 44" 108 cm - 116cm |
| 7 | 6'2" - 6'8" 188 - 203 cm | 220 - 265 lbs 100 - 120 kg | 48" + 123 cm + | >40" + 103 cm + | >47" + 120 cm + | 46" + 118 cm + | 41"+ 103 cm + | 46" + 117 cm + |
The size chart above should serve as a general guide. If you would like assistance in determining the proper size, please send the following information to contact@desotosport.com.