After learning of the massive human and environmental cost of neoprene production, Finisterre Founder, Tom Kay, sought out a better option.
As a brand, Finisterre’s purpose is to inspire a love of the sea, with products built to enable that connection. Nowhere is this more true than with wetsuits, but it’s a huge irony…
“Getting into a cold sea, you need a wetsuit. I believe it’s one of the most beautiful things you can do, but the chances are your wetsuit will be made from synthetic neoprene, the production of which is one of the most un-environmentally friendly and toxic processes out there - even being linked to drastically increased risks of cancer for communities living near manufacturing sites.”
— Tom Kay
After testing and launching their first Yulex wetsuit in 2018, Finisterre have now switched their whole production line to Yulex Pure.
“Since 2021, our entire wetsuit and new swimsuit line has been made with Yulex. It’s natural, renewable, and less polluting and toxic than traditional oil-based neoprene, whilst at the same offering the same high-levels of performance and quality. It’s a big moment for us.”
— Tom Kay
To make Yulex more accessible for more people, Finisterre launched a rental service in July 2023 - the first in the world for Yulex wetsuits.
“This will allow our customers to try before they buy, show off the strength, performance, and durability of this naturally derived material, and help us shift the industry towards a more environmentally and socially responsible alternative to neoprene."
— Tom Kay
