Fourth Element Technical Shorts

When a wetsuit is your choice of thermal protection but you need pockets, look no further. Using hardwearing Supratex (made with recycled polyester) to reinforce the seat and crotch, these shorts are designed to stand the test of the most adventurous diver. Most attention has been given to the pockets - built to the same design as our Argonaut drysuit pockets, using Cordura® fabric for durability. The pockets feature a wetnotes sleeve and bungee loops with the addition of a mesh panel in the bottom to assist fast drainage. The wide waistband has a low profile buckle and webbing to adjust for optimum fit. Inside the waistband is lined with anti-slip mesh skin to ensure that the shorts stay in position, whether in the water or hiking to the dive site.

Description

When a wetsuit is your choice of thermal protection but you need pockets, look no further. Using hardwearing Supratex (made with recycled polyester) to reinforce the seat and crotch, these shorts are designed to stand the test of the most adventurous diver. Most attention has been given to the pockets - built to the same design as our Argonaut drysuit pockets, using Cordura® fabric for durability. The pockets feature a wetnotes sleeve and bungee loops with the addition of a mesh panel in the bottom to assist fast drainage. The wide waistband has a low profile buckle and webbing to adjust for optimum fit. Inside the waistband is lined with anti-slip mesh skin to ensure that the shorts stay in position, whether in the water or hiking to the dive site.

Features

• Designed to be worn over a wetsuit
• Easy to don
• Remain in place
• Generous, fast draining pockets
• Internal bungee loops in pockets
• Durable recycled Supratex lining in crotch and seat
• Wide waistband with hold-fast interior panel
• Low profile buckle, offset for comfort

Fabric & Care

• Waistband & side panels : 90% Neoprene (2mm) / 10% Nylon
• Leg panels : Recycled Supratex (92% Recycled Polyester / 8% Spandex)
• Pockets : Trilaminate CORDURA®

Fourth Element – ​​diving equipment designed for people and the oceans

Fourth Element is a renowned British diving equipment manufacturer that has been setting new standards in the industry since 1999. The brand was born from a passion for diving and the need to create clothing and equipment that will perform in all conditions – from warm tropical waters to ice and technical diving. Today, Fourth Element is synonymous with innovation, reliability, and an eco-friendly approach to equipment design.

Top quality diving equipment

Fourth Element offers a wide range of products for recreational and technical divers, including:

• Argonaut drysuit – custom-made, using BIOMAP technology and innovative materials.
• Thermal clothing under the drysuit – Xerotherm, Arctic, and HALO lines ensure thermal comfort even in the coldest waters.
• Diving suits – including the Proteus and Xenos series, valued for their durability and excellent fit.
• Masks, fins, snorkels, and diving accessories – designed with functionality and comfort in mind.
• Ocean Positive clothing – made from recycled materials, such as fishing nets recovered from the oceans.

Each product is tested in real-world conditions by divers from around the world – from cave explorers to instructors and professional dive guides.

Sustainable development and ecology

Fourth Element is one of the first diving brands to strongly prioritize sustainable production. The OceanPositive project is a tangible initiative – the brand uses recycled materials (e.g., ECONYL®), eliminates plastic from packaging, and introduces innovative recycled products, such as line markers made from recycled PPE masks. By choosing Fourth Element products, you support the protection of the seas and oceans.

Why choose Fourth Element?

• Highest quality – equipment tested in extreme conditions.
• Ergonomy and comfort – perfect fit, well-thought-out solutions.
• Eco-friendly approach – genuine concern for the environment.
• Professional technologies – used by divers worldwide.
• A wide range of clothing, suits, accessories, and diving equipment.

Fourth Element – ​​equipment for demanding divers

If you're looking for reliable diving equipment that combines modern technology, comfort, and environmental responsibility, Fourth Element is an excellent choice. Join divers worldwide who trust this brand and choose equipment designed by divers, for divers.