diverrick
Contributor
I am planning on replacing my stolen wetsuit next year, but I am not sure what type to buy for my intended uses.
I plan on diving on the West coast, where the water is cold, as well as lakes and rivers where runoff water can get quite cold, so that makes me want to go dry instead of wet.
I had a few questions, and wanted some straight answers from someone who is not trying to sell me something.
Can I use the dry suit for abalone diving? I'd have no air.
What exactly is a pee valve, and how does it work?
How does a semi dry differ from a wet suit, other than less water getting in?
Are semi drys any warmer than wetsuits?
I really am not sure what to buy. Dry suits are really expensive, plus I'd have to get training on it, and I have been told that without a doubt, I'd neeed a custom suit due to my highth, and weight. 5'4, 190 which would add additional cost to any suit I purchase.
Any advice in these areas would be greatly apprieciated.
I plan on diving on the West coast, where the water is cold, as well as lakes and rivers where runoff water can get quite cold, so that makes me want to go dry instead of wet.
I had a few questions, and wanted some straight answers from someone who is not trying to sell me something.
Can I use the dry suit for abalone diving? I'd have no air.
What exactly is a pee valve, and how does it work?
How does a semi dry differ from a wet suit, other than less water getting in?
Are semi drys any warmer than wetsuits?
I really am not sure what to buy. Dry suits are really expensive, plus I'd have to get training on it, and I have been told that without a doubt, I'd neeed a custom suit due to my highth, and weight. 5'4, 190 which would add additional cost to any suit I purchase.
Any advice in these areas would be greatly apprieciated.