D7 Trilam v.s. D7 Cordura

[voodoo36]

I am looking to purchase either the Waterproof D7 Pro Trilam or D7 Pro Cordura drysuit. I have 2 questions that I cannot answer from looking at your videos or spec sheets:

1) What are the dry weights of each suit?

2) Is there much difference in flexibility/movement between the two versions? In other words, does the Cordura 'coating' hinder movement or restrict range of motion at all?

I currently own---and love---the D1 Hybrid, but want to replace it with a front zip drysuit. The D7 looks like a great option.

Thanks

 

[James R]

I have a D7 cordura ISS pro w/silicone seals. It's very flexible and doesn't restrict me any more than the trilam suits I have owned (pinnacle) or demoed (DUI TLS350) before it. No idea what it weighs. It seems to dry pretty quickly, which is nice.

I just got it in summer 2012 and didn't use it until it got cold here, so only about 30 dives on it...so far so good.

 

[voodoo36]

Thanks for the information. Ironic that you bring up the DUI 350 series, as that was another option I was considering. Guess you killed that bird too.

Appears the D7 Cordura is the way to go.

Cheers brother....

Airborne.

 

[kadoe23]

Own the D7 Cordura. Love the suit. Folks at Waterproof have outdone themselves. Only 2 minor issues. 1 is the neck ring. It is hard plastic and does make for a Halo feeling when wearing the suit. The other isssue is sizing (waterproof is not yet offering custom sizing). However, if you have had the D1 you should be fine. I have owned several DUI's including the TLS. There is no comparison in terms of durability and extras included on the waterproof.

 

[voodoo36]

Own the D7 Cordura. Love the suit. Folks at Waterproof have outdone themselves. Only 2 minor issues. 1 is the neck ring. It is hard plastic and does make for a Halo feeling when wearing the suit. The other isssue is sizing (waterproof is not yet offering custom sizing). However, if you have had the D1 you should be fine. I have owned several DUI's including the TLS. There is no comparison in terms of durability and extras included on the waterproof.

Thanks for your reply. I ordered the D7 Cordura last week and should be receiving it today. Both 'issues' you mentioned (the neck ring, and the lack of customized sizing) are valid and ones I thought about when deciding to go with another Waterproof or something else. In the end, though, these issues were---as you said---'minor' when compared to some of the feedback I was hearing about DUI, Santi, Otter, etc.

 

[Hartattack]

Could you post a review? I'd love to know more about WP and how it has been going for you.

 

[James R]

I had an issue with my D7 last year. The material had delaminated in the shoulder causing a leak. Waterproof replaced it with a brand new suit, and even had my pee valve installed in the new one before they sent it to me. That's what I call good service.

I do have a couple things I don't love: I have large hands, and wish the wrist seal rings were bigger, and I'd like thicker soles in the built in boots. A longer main zipper would be nice too.

 

[Hartattack]

Nice, I'm in the market and may be able to get a huge deal on this suit. I'd love to have a Santi but it looks like the D7 Trilam will be my go to because of the price I am afforded.


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