Diving Hood

A diving hood, often called a dive hood or wetsuit hood, is a piece of diving equipment used to shield and insulate the diver’s head and neck from the elements. Preventing heat loss from the head, which is a substantial source of body heat loss, is especially helpful while diving in cold water.

Type of Diving Hood:

Standard Diving Hoods:

These hoods are appropriate for a range of water temperatures and provide basic thermal protection.

Cold Water Diving Hoods:

For colder water, hoods that are thicker offer better insulation to keep the head warm.

Hoods with Bibs:

To further block water entrance and improve insulation, some hoods have an extended neck bib that tucks into the wetsuit or drysuit.