No. Blue70 does not make a wetsuit with an attached hood. Its current swim-specific wetsuit line keeps the head and neck separate.
Why Blue70 suits do not have attached hoods
Built-in hoods show up more often in surf and dive gear than in swim-specific suits. In swimming, you rotate your head to breathe and sight every few strokes. An attached hood adds material at the neck and shoulders, which can pull against shoulder rotation, change how the suit seats across your back, and make the suit harder to get on and off.
Blue70 designs for shoulder flexibility and feel for the water. A separate hood lets you add head coverage without changing how the suit fits or how your stroke moves.
What Blue70 builds for cold water instead
The direct cold-water suit in the Blue70 lineup is the Thermal Reaction, priced at $785 on the US site. It is fully lined with Zirconium jersey, a synthetic wool material that adds insulation across the body. Blue70's published guidance says a purpose-built thermal suit adds meaningful warmth when water drops below roughly 56 to 58°F.
The Thermal Reaction still works the way all wetsuits work: a thin layer of water enters the suit, your body warms it, and the lining holds that warmth longer. It is not waterproof, and it is not a Coast Guard-certified personal flotation device.
How to add head and neck warmth
Use a separate neoprene hood or cap over or under the suit. Here are the basics:
- Choose a hood with a bib that extends onto your chest or back. Tuck the bib under the wetsuit collar so water does not flush through the neck opening.
- Wear a silicone cap underneath to reduce chafing and keep the hood in place.
- Put your goggle strap outside the hood so you can adjust goggles without taking the hood off.
If you need only a little extra coverage, a thick silicone cap and ear plugs can help. Blue70 also lists thermal accessories in its collection, so check the current head and neck options.
Cold water safety
A warmer suit and a hood do not make cold water risk-free. Acclimatize gradually over several sessions. Swim with people who know the venue and conditions. Plan your entry and exit before you get in. Have warm clothes ready for after the swim. Know the signs that you are getting too cold, and get out before you are shivering hard. A wetsuit adds buoyancy, but it is not a substitute for good judgment.
If you train or race in cold water, the Thermal Reaction is Blue70's purpose-built option. Find your size, then take it for a test swim. Blue70 accepts suits returned within 30 days if they are clean and dry.
