| Re: Diving Dry
Hello,
14lbs additional weight is about what I add for the dry suit and my Fourth Element under garments. To avoid a tight weight belt, and the attending bubble issues, I'm trying a DUI belt with suspenders.
Under garments make a huge difference in how much weight you need. If you have a high loft under garment you need more air, and hence weight, in order to get the rated insulation. Lower loft suits, such as Fourth Element, keep the amount of air needed down. It's also a good idea to have under garments that will keep you warm if a leak gets them wet -- otherwise it will likely get mighty cold during deco.
Maintenance is important, so make certain you get a set of instructions and wax the zipper properly. Be careful how you fold, pack, and store it to protect the zipper (the most expensive things on the suite).
-p |