Xcel Wetsuits & Sun Protection

Beginnings

Ed D'Ascoli founded Xcel in 1982, working from the bedroom of his Sunset Beach house. D'Ascoli found no shortage of inspiration from the world-class performances on display at his doorstep; and the opportunity to create and to connect high-performance products with the athletes who demanded them was irresistible. Xcel's passionate focus on product development would become the defining characteristic of the brand.

Developing wetsuits in Hawaii came naturally to D'Ascoli, having grown up surfing New Jersey's chilly Atlantic coasts. While temperate Hawaii waters rarely call for any more than 2mm neoprene, Sunset Beach and other North Shore breaks are incredibly challenging and demand world-class products for maximum performance.

Drawing upon his enthusiasm and experience helping establish Victory Wetsuits (Japan) as an international brand, D'Ascoli quickly laid the foundations of a core wetsuit company that would revolutionize the industry and push the cutting edge of material and design development.

After penetrating the surfing market, Xcel rode its rapid growth into expanding its offerings and found wider audiences across the ocean. Today, surf, paddle, dive, sun protection, and wake combine to form the core of Xcel's brand appeal. In 1990, D'Ascoli moved Xcel from Sunset Beach into its present headquarters in Haleiwa. Soon after, to better service Xcel retailers on the mainland, the brand opened a warehouse in California. This West Coast location facilitated Xcel's entry into the recreational diving market. Using successful features and vast product knowledge of its successful surf and military wetsuits, Xcel quickly raised the bar for dive wetsuit design.

Xcel's reputation for exceptional product quality is a clear result of an unwavering dedication to research, development, and design innovation. With tropical to cold-water products for men, women, and youth, the brand stresses performance: maximum stretch and durability, sealed-seam construction, and a fit that feels custom-made every time.

In 2007 and 2008, Xcel was awarded consecutive "Wetsuit of the Year" titles from the Surf Industry Manufacturer's Association (SIMA), prestigious recognitions from industry peers.

Does Xcel only make wetsuits?

In addition to wetsuits, Xcel offers a full line of UV Performance Gear (stretch fabric apparel for all outdoor sports); boardshorts; t-shirts and outerwear; wetsuit accessories, including boots and gloves; and much more for men, women, and youth.

Xcel's markets extend from surf and UV to dive, wakeboard, paddle, rescue, military, and club/school team athletics.

Warranties? Can I send my wetsuit in to be repaired?

At Xcel we pride ourselves on the highest quality construction and fit. The following warranties apply per product category, under normal recreational use and proper care, on material and workmanship from the original purchase date.

Product Warranties Per Product Category

Wetsuits:
• 1 YEAR on all seams
• 1 YEAR on neoprene

Lycra Products:
• 3 MONTHS

Boots, Gloves, Wake Vests, Hoods:
• 3 MONTHS

Self repair voids warranty. Xcel is the only party authorised to determine warranty eligibility.

For Repairs: Return to nearest authorized dealer. If none, call Exitsurf first for an RA# and shipping instructions. A dated proof of purchase receipt will be required. Products under warranty will be repaired or replaced free of charge; otherwise you will be contacted.

Care: Rinse with fresh water and hang to dry on a plastic or wooden hanger in the shade; occasionally rinse in sudsy water.

Please contact Exitsurf's Customer Service Department regarding warranty/repair policies and for an RA# and shipping instructions:

Xcel New Zealand Customer Service
Phone: (03) 384-2789
Hours: 9:00 am - 5.00 pm (Mon - Fri)
E-Mail: sales@exitsurf.com