Description

Nookie Iceman Thermal Suit

The Ultimate Mid-Layer for Cold Water Protection

The Nookie Iceman Thermal Suit is widely regarded as one of the best thermal base layers on the market for drysuit users. Designed and made in the UK, this one-piece “onesie” is engineered to trap warm air against your body while wicking moisture away, keeping you dry and insulated even during intense activity.

Whether you are whitewater kayaking in freezing rivers, diving in cool waters, or sailing in the winter, the Iceman provides the perfect balance of warmth without the bulk, ensuring you maintain full freedom of movement.

Key Features

Premium Polartec® Insulation

• Polartec® Classic 100 Fleece: Constructed from high-quality, recycled Polartec® fleece. This fabric is legendary for its “warmth without weight” properties, providing excellent insulation while remaining lightweight and compressible.

• Moisture Wicking & Breathable: The fabric actively pulls sweat away from your skin to the outer layer of the suit, where it can evaporate. This keeps you dry on the inside—critical for maintaining body heat in a sealed drysuit environment.

• Quick Drying: If the suit does get damp, the hydrophobic nature of the polyester fleece ensures it dries incredibly fast.

Designed for Drysuits

• Thumb Loops & Stirrups: Essential for drysuit users, the integrated thumb loops keep sleeves in place, and the foot stirrups prevent the legs from riding up when you are pulling on your outer drysuit.

• Seamless Comfort: The suit features flatlocked seams throughout. This eliminates bulky ridges that could cause chafing or pressure points under a tight drysuit or harness.

• Active Fit: The cut is ergonomic and relaxed enough to allow full range of motion (paddling, swimming, climbing) without being baggy or creating cold spots.

Practical Utility

• Two-Way Entry Zip: Equipped with a long, double-ended front zipper. This makes getting in and out easy and, crucially, allows for relief without having to remove the entire suit.

• Integrated Pocket: Features a convenient zipped pocket (typically on the arm or chest depending on the specific run) for storing small essentials like a car key or cash.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Polartec® Classic 100 (recycled polyester content)

• Style: One-Piece Jump Suit / Onesie

• Seams: Flatlocked (anti-chafe)

• Zips: Heavy-duty double-ended main zip

• Extras: Thumb loops, Foot stirrups

• Warmth Rating: Warm (Mid-layer). Can be worn alone in cool weather or layered over a base layer (rash vest) in freezing conditions.

• Care: Machine washable

Why Choose the Nookie Iceman?

The Nookie Iceman solves the biggest problem with separates: the “cold gap” at your waist. By sealing you in a single cocoon of Polartec® fleece, it guarantees consistent warmth from neck to ankle. It is a favorite among whitewater kayakers and rescue professionals for its durability and the fact that it stays warm even when damp.