I am planning a trip to Galapagos late in the year May to be precise.
I have a scubapro (whites) fusion dry suit however considering that the suit is painful to don and doff and having read reports of possible punctures I am now considering a 7mm wet suit. I believe this combination will actually be more buoyant than the 7mm but possibly have less drag (though the suit really is streamlined)
So my current choice is 5mm hood and 7mm wetsuit (looking at Body Glove Ex7) and 2.5mm neoprene socks (use full foot fins) plus 3mm gloves as I have a camera
My previous experiences with wetsuit below 20C have not been great I do get cold so am wondering will I survive this trip or should I go dry?
Is it really that hard to dive in the Galapagos with a dry suit or is it so hot on the surface that you overheat before going in?
Will I be ok with the likely 14C thermoclines diving wet??
Any suggestions hints tips appreciated
I have a scubapro (whites) fusion dry suit however considering that the suit is painful to don and doff and having read reports of possible punctures I am now considering a 7mm wet suit. I believe this combination will actually be more buoyant than the 7mm but possibly have less drag (though the suit really is streamlined)
So my current choice is 5mm hood and 7mm wetsuit (looking at Body Glove Ex7) and 2.5mm neoprene socks (use full foot fins) plus 3mm gloves as I have a camera
My previous experiences with wetsuit below 20C have not been great I do get cold so am wondering will I survive this trip or should I go dry?
Is it really that hard to dive in the Galapagos with a dry suit or is it so hot on the surface that you overheat before going in?
Will I be ok with the likely 14C thermoclines diving wet??
Any suggestions hints tips appreciated