To celebrate 30 years at the cutting edge of triathlon technology, New Zealand brand, Orca, unveiled its newest wetsuit, the Apex 30. Its limited edition wetsuit is not only a nod to the past, but a bold leap into the future of performance swimwear.
Over three decades, Orca has refined and redefined the wetsuit. Their history of trailblazing has left a legacy of iconic models, and advancements in technology that set a foundation for design development. It’s this combination of history, experience and knowledge that Orca celebrates with its signature anniversary model.
Born from three decades of relentless innovation, athlete feedback, and elite engineering, the Apex 30 brings together the DNA of Orca’s most iconic wetsuits, the Predator, 3.8, and Alpha into one revolutionary suit. The end result is not just another wetsuit, but a secret weapon in the water.
Why the Apex 30 is making waves
Performance. Precision. Perfection. The Apex 30 is a high-performance suit, forged from Orca’s 30-year legacy of innovation and technological evolution. From the groundbreaking design philosophy to the meticulous choice of materials, this wetsuit is a masterclass in engineering using Avant-Garde technology. At the same time that it reaches the peak of wetsuit performance, it is also designed to cover the needs of differing levels of swim strengths, benefitting all triathletes.
At the heart of the Apex 30 lies its elite-grade materials, using Yamamoto 44 neoprene. It is the most elastic neoprene on the market, used exclusively by Orca. It delivers unmatched flexibility, featherlight feel, and near-zero water absorption. It’s like a second skin, only faster.
Leave restriction in your wake, and enjoy unparalleled freedom, stroke after stroke. The Apex 30 introduces Advanced 0.88 Free technology, extending elite-level elasticity beyond the arms to the shoulders and sides of the torso. Paired with Dynamic Shoulder Fit patterning, this design empowers you with maximum range of motion, letting you glide through the water with a natural, unencumbered stroke.
The fastest suit in Orca history
Back in 2012, Orca changed the game with SCS surface treatment. In its pursuit to develop the fastest wetsuit it focused on reducing the coefficient of friction between the material and water. This evolution in design produced the Alpha, 3.8 and Predator more than a decade ago. Orca was the first to introduce the SCS surface treatment, reducing friction with the water by a staggering 60 per cent. It was a game changer at the time, and Orca continues to be the first to break through the door.
This time, they’re doing it again with Nano Ice SCS. Reducing water friction by eight per cent more than previous coatings, this technology makes the Apex 30 the fastest suit on the market today. You’ll feel the difference, and so will your competition.
Enhanced buoyancy, perfected posture
Thanks to strategically positioned Exo-Lift panels, the Apex 30 delivers optimal buoyancy in the legs, abs, and chest, lifting you higher in the water for smoother, more energy-efficient swimming and improved posture. Exo-lift’s technological design allows for a natural kicking motion, as it supports an optimal body position.
The suit’s upgraded CLS+ Core Lateral Stabilizer technology improves alignment and core stability, giving you that edge to maintain perfect form, even when fatigue sets in.
When every second counts, the Apex 30 delivers. Integrated Hydrolite panels in the lower legs make wetsuit removal a breeze during T1. Slide it off in seconds and hit the bike course ahead of the pack.
Limited edition. Unlimited performance.
The Apex 30 reaches beyond function to the level of a collector’s item. Crafted for triathletes who demand excellence, it’s a rare blend of Orca’s storied past and their bold vision for the future. Designed for those who race to win, this suit is for the few who won’t settle for second best.
With only a limited number of Apex 30 suits available worldwide, this is your chance to own a piece of triathlon history — and swim into the future with the most advanced wetsuit ever created.
Celebrate your next PB and 30 years of speed, freedom, and game-changing innovation with Orca. Because legends aren’t born, they’re built.