NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit

NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit for Fire Rescue & Search and Rescue Teams

The NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit is built for professional responders working in cold water, severe weather, and unpredictable rescue environments. Designed specifically for fire rescue, technical rescue, swiftwater rescue, and search and rescue teams, it combines durable GORE-TEX® Pro construction with reinforced impact zones, professional identification features, high-visibility detailing, integrated suspenders, and serviceable latex gaskets.

For departments that need dependable immersion protection during shoreline searches, flood response, river rescue, ice-adjacent operations, boat-based response, and prolonged exposure to cold and wet conditions, the Extreme SAR is designed around the realities of operational use rather than recreational paddling. 

Professional Immersion Protection for Rescue Operations

Cold water operations can quickly become a personnel safety issue, especially when responders are working for extended periods in rain, snow, moving water, or near-freezing conditions.

The Extreme SAR uses GORE-TEX® Pro with an ePE membrane to provide waterproof, windproof, and breathable protection while allowing body moisture to escape during active rescue work. The membrane is PFAS-free and is paired with select recycled and undyed textiles as part of NRS's updated construction. 

Built for Fire Rescue and SAR Teams

The Extreme SAR is purpose-built for professional response teams rather than adapted from a recreational dry suit. Its layout addresses the needs of personnel who may be climbing embankments, operating boats, setting rope systems, performing shoreline searches, working around debris, or spending long periods in cold environments.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Fire department water rescue teams
• Swiftwater rescue technicians
• Search and rescue organizations
• Flood response teams
• Technical rescue units
• Marine and boat-based rescue crews
• Emergency services working around cold water
• Professional rescue instructors and training organizations

GORE-TEX® Pro with PFAS-Free ePE Membrane

The suit uses GORE-TEX® Pro with an ePE membrane for durable waterproof and breathable protection. The ePE membrane is PFAS-free and designed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the protection required for professional use. 

For rescue personnel who alternate between physically demanding activity and periods of lower movement, breathability matters. A suit that keeps external water out while helping manage internally generated moisture can improve comfort during long operations.

Cordura® Reinforced High-Wear Areas

The elbows, knees, and seat are reinforced with Cordura® to protect the areas most likely to contact gravel, pavement, raft frames, rocks, debris, and rescue equipment.

This reinforcement is especially valuable for fire and SAR personnel who may regularly kneel, crawl, climb, or work from uneven shoreline terrain.

Additional Knee & Elbow Impact Protection

NRS adds Ethafoam padding at the knees and elbows to provide additional impact protection in high-contact areas. 

For responders working around concrete channels, rocky riverbanks, submerged hazards, or boat interiors, this padding provides a useful additional layer between the operator and the environment.

Latex Neck & Wrist Gaskets

Latex gaskets at the neck and wrists create the primary water seal required for full immersion protection.

Protective hook-and-loop overcuffs help shield the gaskets from external abrasion and damage during operational use.

Serviceable Gasket Construction

The updated gasket construction is designed to allow easier in-house repair and replacement. 

For departments managing multiple suits, serviceability is important. Being able to address common gasket wear without removing a suit from service for an extended period can help reduce equipment downtime.

TIZIP® MasterSeal Front-Entry Zipper

A TIZIP® MasterSeal front-entry zipper provides waterproof entry while a protective outer flap shields the zipper from abrasion and contamination.

The front-entry configuration allows responders to don the suit without requiring rear assistance and makes department-wide sizing and deployment more practical.

Front Relief Zipper

A separate TIZIP relief zipper with protective flap improves practicality during prolonged incidents, training days, and extended standby periods. 

SOLAS Reflective Tape for Low-Light Visibility

The Extreme SAR uses SOLAS reflective tape throughout the suit to improve responder visibility in darkness, poor weather, low-light shoreline environments, and illuminated search scenes.

For nighttime river operations, flood response, and roadside water incidents, enhanced visibility can make personnel easier to identify both from shore and from rescue craft.

Department Badge & Identification Panels

Hook-and-loop shoulder patches allow teams to attach department badges and identification. 

The suit is also compatible with NRS Rescue Placards, allowing interchangeable identification between personnel and equipment when departments need clear operational marking. 

Double-Pull Waist Adjustment

A double-pull webbing waist system allows responders to cinch the suit for a more secure and controlled fit.

This helps manage excess fabric when working around PFDs, rescue harnesses, throw bags, radios, rope equipment, and other operational gear.

Integrated NRS Dry Suit Suspenders

Built-in NRS Dry Suit Suspenders use an internal three-point attachment system to help keep the suit correctly positioned when wet or loaded with equipment.

The suspenders can be removed when not needed, making the suit easier to configure for different personnel or operational requirements.

GORE-TEX® Pro Dry Socks

Integrated GORE-TEX® Pro fabric socks maintain the waterproof barrier through the feet and are designed to be worn inside appropriate rescue or water footwear.

This keeps responders dry without requiring separate ankle gaskets, while also simplifying boot compatibility.

Gathered Ankle Design

The ankle uses a gathered elastic design that fits closely over rescue boots. Silicone dots help prevent the ankle fabric from riding upward during movement. 

Two Thigh Cargo Pockets

Two thigh cargo pockets with hook-and-loop closures provide accessible storage for smaller operational items.

Depending on departmental operating procedures, they can be useful for gloves, small tools, marking equipment, or other non-critical items that need to remain accessible.

Relaxed Fit for Layering

The Extreme SAR uses a relaxed fit, leaving room for insulating layers underneath the suit when operating in colder conditions.

Proper layering remains essential because a dry suit provides the waterproof barrier, while thermal layers underneath provide much of the insulation required for cold-water operations.

Standard & Extended Team Sizing

The Extreme SAR is available in standard sizes from Small through XXL, along with extended G-L, G-XL, and G-XXL sizing. 

The extended size range is particularly useful for departments outfitting multiple personnel, where a limited recreational size run may not provide appropriate coverage across an entire response team.

NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit Size Guide

Department Fit Tip: Size dry suits around the responder's body measurements plus the insulating layers they will realistically wear during operations. Rescue personnel need enough room to move, climb, swim, and work without creating unnecessary excess fabric. NRS notes that its size chart refers to body measurements rather than garment dimensions. 

Key Features & Specifications

• Model: NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit
• Primary Use: Fire rescue, swiftwater rescue, technical rescue and search and rescue
• Fit: Relaxed
• Gender Sizing: Men
• Material: GORE-TEX® Pro with ePE membrane
• Waterproof: Yes
• Windproof: Yes
• Breathable: Yes
• PFAS-Free Membrane: Yes
• Entry: Front-entry TIZIP® MasterSeal
• Neck: Latex gasket with protective hook-and-loop overcuff
• Wrists: Latex gaskets with protective hook-and-loop overcuffs
• Feet: Integrated GORE-TEX® Pro dry socks
• Ankles: Gathered elastic with silicone grip dots
• Reinforcements: Cordura® elbows, knees and seat
• Impact Protection: Ethafoam padding at elbows and knees
• Waist: Double-pull webbing adjustment
• Suspenders: Removable internal NRS Dry Suit Suspenders
• Relief Zipper: Yes
• Pockets: 2 thigh cargo pockets
• Visibility: SOLAS reflective tape
• Identification: Hook-and-loop shoulder patches
• Placard Compatible: NRS Rescue Placards

Extreme SAR GORE-TEX vs Standard Extreme SAR

NRS offers the Extreme SAR platform in both GORE-TEX® Pro and TriTon™ versions. Both are designed for professional rescue use with reinforced high-wear areas, latex gaskets, reflective detailing, department identification, and rescue-focused fit and features.

The Extreme SAR GORE-TEX is the premium option for departments prioritizing the highest level of breathable waterproof performance during long-duration or highly active operations.

The Extreme SAR uses NRS TriTon™ material and offers a lower-cost path into the same general rescue-focused design.

AQ Outdoors' simple version: for departments that expect frequent use, long deployments, and physically demanding rescue work, the GORE-TEX version is the one to look at first.

Why the Extreme SAR Makes Sense for Fire Departments

Fire service water rescue gear has to work in environments that go well beyond paddling. Personnel may move between pavement, brush, riverbanks, rescue boats, rope systems, and cold water during the same incident.

The Extreme SAR addresses those demands with reinforced impact zones, padding, high-visibility reflective material, department identification panels, cargo storage, serviceable gaskets, and a durable waterproof breathable shell.

It is a much more appropriate choice for an operational rescue team than a lightweight recreational dry suit designed primarily around kayaking.

Why the Extreme SAR Makes Sense for Search & Rescue

SAR teams often need equipment that can handle a mix of hiking, shoreline work, boat operations, prolonged exposure, and unexpected immersion.

The Extreme SAR's relaxed fit, reinforced construction, integrated suspenders, dry socks, visibility features, and GORE-TEX breathability make it particularly useful when personnel need to remain mobile while protected from cold and wet conditions.

Care & Department Maintenance

Professional dry suits need a regular inspection and maintenance program. NRS recommends cleaning and maintaining waterproof zippers to preserve dryness and extend suit life. Latex gaskets, hook-and-loop closures, fabric, and dry socks should also be checked regularly for wear or damage.

For team equipment, AQ Outdoors recommends establishing a simple inspection routine after training and operational deployments so damaged gaskets, seals, zippers, or reinforced panels can be identified before the next callout.

Who Should Choose the NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit?

• Municipal fire departments with water rescue capability
• Swiftwater rescue teams
• Technical rescue units
• Search and rescue organizations
• Flood and disaster response teams
• Marine rescue personnel
• Professional rescue instructors
• Agencies requiring durable immersion PPE for repeated operational use

Why We Like the Extreme SAR GORE-TEX at AQ Outdoors

The important distinction with the Extreme SAR is that it is not simply a paddling dry suit with reflective tape added to it.

The Cordura reinforcement, impact padding, department identification, rescue-focused sizing, integrated suspenders, serviceable gasket construction, SOLAS reflectivity, dry socks, and professional-duty GORE-TEX shell all address the way rescue teams actually use their equipment.

For departments investing in suits that may see repeated training, cold-water response, shoreline work, and difficult access, durability and serviceability can be every bit as important as initial waterproof performance.

Fire Rescue & SAR Team Outfitting Through AQ Outdoors

AQ Outdoors can supply the NRS Extreme SAR GORE-TEX Dry Suit for fire departments, search and rescue organizations, and professional water rescue teams in Canada. Contact our team for assistance with departmental sizing, quantity orders, rescue placards, compatible PFDs, thermal layering, helmets, footwear, and other swiftwater rescue equipment.