Whites Fusion Drysuit

[moonlight]

Did not use the pockets, but will be diving next Sunday and will try them then. I also had problems with the zipper. I just figure that it is new and will start zipping easier after some use. LOVE THE SUIT

 

[moonlight]

Also wanted to thank Mike for all the help in choosing the package. You are awesome!

 

[rf_scuba]

I think I was the one who posted re the pockets. They don't so much stretch as when you are wearing the suit between dives the stuff in the pockets pulls the outer skin down, kind of like skate boarder pants. A bit annoying to have to keep pulling them up, but that is all.

I haven't been a fan of neoprene cargo pockets ever since a friend of mine got them on a custom wetsuit. In her case, the pockets literally sag to the point that the Velcro can't keep the pocket closed -- even when she only keeps a small smb and spool.

The pictures of the pockets Whites puts on the Fusion seem better designed than hers with a wider Velcro strip and a bigger drain. But my concerns about using neoprene aren't completely gone.

Also, one design feature I don't like about the Fusion pockets is the grommets being next to the Velcro. It seems to me that the knot from a bungee loop would interfere with the Velcro. Would it be possible to add grommets in the bellows much like H, DSS, or 5thD pockets?

Has anyone tried cordura pockets on their tech skin?

Thanks,
Ralph

 

[potablewater]

I haven't been a fan of neoprene cargo pockets ever since a friend of mine got them on a custom wetsuit. In her case, the pockets literally sag to the point that the Velcro can't keep the pocket closed -- even when she only keeps a small smb and spool.

The pictures of the pockets Whites puts on the Fusion seem better designed than hers with a wider Velcro strip and a bigger drain. But my concerns about using neoprene aren't completely gone.

Also, one design feature I don't like about the Fusion pockets is the grommets being next to the Velcro. It seems to me that the knot from a bungee loop would interfere with the Velcro. Would it be possible to add grommets in the bellows much like H, DSS, or 5thD pockets?

Has anyone tried cordura pockets on their tech skin?

Thanks,
Ralph

Can't you put the knot on the inside of the pocket?

All the best,
Geoff

 

[potablewater]

Just had to rub in that you have BOTH undergarments huh

Actually Mike, we only spoke about adding an MK2 to my mk3...waters are warming.
I think it may be a good idea though! Let's talk...lol.

By the way, how do you have time for a girlfriend when you're always at the dive shop making videos and wheeling and dealing?

All the best,
Geoff

 

[Tafflad]

Been swapping some posts on another forum ... and some negative comments posted, which I have seen elsewhere - so 'may' be common.
Take a look at
Whites Fusion Mini Review

 

[skdvr]

Been swapping some posts on another forum ... and some negative comments posted, which I have seen elsewhere - so 'may' be common.
Take a look at
Whites Fusion Mini Review

It looks like her only complaint is putting the suit on. Which is certainly done different than other suits. When I first got mine I could not do the zipper myself but now I can. I can get my suit on pretty quickly as you can see in this video. The video was done for fun, but it does show that you can get the suit on pretty quickly.

Phil

 

[Dive Right In Scuba]

Actually Mike, we only spoke about adding an MK2 to my mk3...waters are warming.
I think it may be a good idea though! Let's talk...lol.

By the way, how do you have time for a girlfriend when you're always at the dive shop making videos and wheeling and dealing?

All the best,
Geoff

Shhhh....thats what she says...Got her certified last year and luckily she doesnt mind the cold water around here. But she is buggin me about a vacation:14:

Call me tomorrow if you want an MK2....Might be in a wheeling and dealin mood for someone in New York

 

[jerry_h]

The Dive Shop I work at (Welcome to South Shore Divers) is participating in a demo days with Whites on My 31 give us a call for more information
781 331 1144

 

[Tafflad]

Well .. there were a couple of other issues -

# uncomfortable squeeze in use

# restriction around lower leg (read this elsewhere as well)