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Stay warmer and move freer on Seattle water with the Xcel IconX 5/4 wetsuit rental from Urban Surf. Learn pickup windows, key features, and why this suit extends your season on Lake Union and the Ship Canal.
Stay warmer and move freer on Seattle water with the Xcel IconX 5/4 wetsuit rental from Urban Surf. Learn pickup windows, key features, and why this suit extends your season on Lake Union and the Ship Canal.
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Urban Surf's Xcel Icon 5/4 — 6 is the wetsuit that turns Seattle's cool, glassy days on Lake Union and the nearby Ship Canal into full-day water access. Based at Urban Surf • 2100 North Northlake Way Seattle, WA 98103, the suit is offered as a 1–3 day rental that balances warmth, durability and ease-of-use for surfers, kiters, foilers and open-water swimmers.
Designed with a 5mm torso and chest and 4mm in the arms and legs, the IconX holds heat where you need it and lets your limbs move freely. Its back-zip entry and glued and blind-stitched seams keep water intrusion low while allowing quick on/off at the shop before a dawn paddle. Reinforced Duraflex knee pads stand up to repeated sessions on hardboards and long reef approaches; Xcel’s Engineered Fit shapes the suit to your body so it doesn’t sag after hours in the water.
Rentals come with a flexible pickup policy: you can collect your suit the day before at noon and return it the day after at noon—handy for early launches or multiday sessions. Wetsuit boots, gloves and a hood are available for an added fee, and a wetsuit hanger is provided. Renters must be 16 or older, and guests under 18 need a parent or guardian signature on the waiver. Give the shop 24 hours notice to cancel for a full refund; late returns or damage may incur fees.
What makes this gear stand out in Seattle is context. The Xcel IconX is more than insulation; it’s a season extender in a place where water temps hover cool year-round. From the flatwater of Lake Union on calm mornings to choppy afternoons in the Ship Canal, the suit keeps cold at bay without sacrificing paddling mobility. Urban Surf’s location on Northlake Way places you a few minutes from popular launch points, the Fremont bridges, and the channels that thread to Puget Sound—making gear swaps, quick returns, and insider route advice part of the rental.
Practical users will appreciate the easy-entry back zip, the abrasion resistance at the knees, and the simple rental window that lets you plan around tides and wind windows. For visitors or locals who want to maximize on-water time without buying another winter suit, this rental is an efficient, low-commitment way to chase surf, foil, or a long open-water swim in Seattle’s unique urban-waterscape. Stop by Urban Surf, try the fit, and ask the staff about local conditions—then head out with a suit built to keep you in the water longer. Bring a towel, dry bag, and a reusable water bottle; Urban Surf staff can advise on currents, wind shifts, and local etiquette so you leave confident, comfortable, and ready for the next session.
easy.
1–3 days.
Basic mobility and comfort in cool water; suitable for moderate paddling, short surf sessions, and active standing sports.
This wetsuit is 5mm in the back and chest and 4mm in the arms and legs.
The suit works well for surfing, kiting, foiling and swimming in local waters around Lake Union and the Ship Canal.
This is a back-zip wetsuit, meaning the zipper and entry point are in the back.
You can pick up the day before your rental at noon and return the day after at noon; this buffer is included for all daily rentals.
Renters must be ages 16 or older; riders under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Give at least 24 hours notice for a full refund; late returns may incur fees and customers are responsible for repair costs if the suit is damaged.
Lake Union connects to Puget Sound via the Lake Washington Ship Canal, completed in 1917, which reshaped local boating and waterfront access.
Rinse wetsuits with fresh water and avoid dispersing sunscreen into the water; repair and reuse neoprene when possible to reduce landfill waste.
Urban Surf is a Seattle, Washington–based water-sports provider offering lessons and equipment rentals focused on foiling, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), surfing, and kiteboarding. The operation runs lessons at local launch sites such as Jetty Island and provides gear appropriate for nearby surf and paddle conditions in Westport and Port Angeles. Urban Surf offers private Wing Foiling Lessons taught under the guidance of certified instructors that cover gear setup, safety, wind theory, and on-water skills. SUP Foil Lessons and Efoil Lessons take students from dry-land fundamentals to on-water foiling practice. Wake & Pump Foil Lessons teach carving, pumping, and transitions. Kiteboarding Lessons are available for riders seeking a dedicated progression for kite skills. Equipment rentals include SUP Hourly Rentals and SUP Daily Rentals, a variety of surfboards including soft tops and performance models (Libtech, Ripster, Pickup Stick, Swordfish, Funnelator, Terrapin and others), and Xcel Icon 5/4 wetsuits in multiple sizes. The business recommends having digital waivers ready to ensure a smooth start for hourly SUP reservations and emphasizes timely returns to keep schedules running smoothly. Urban Surf provides clear lesson progressions where noted, curated gear lists for different skill levels, and targeted experiences for both visitors and locals. Booking details, availability, and specific gear lists are available through Urban Surf's booking channels; customers are encouraged to review wetsuit sizes and board types before arrival. Timely returns and adherence to safety guidance keep sessions running seamlessly.
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