Which Dry Suit do I need?

[Tank601]

If your budget is only $1K for the suit and you need custom, you need to either go with a Seaskin or readjust your budget/expectations.

Depends on if I can find a stock that fits, how much is the Seaskin? Looks like fabric?

 

[Tank601]

didn't realize these suits were that high, prob need a used one that fits

 

[Marie13]

Depends on if I can find a stock that fits, how much is the Seaskin? Looks like fabric?

Seaskin does custom suits at a reasonable cost. There’s one long thread. Check it out.

 

[Marie13]

didn't realize these suits were that high, prob need a used one that fits

IF you can find one that fits. If you’re an odd size, finding what you need used can be quite the challenge.

 

[formernuke]

didn't realize these suits were that high, prob need a used one that fits

Going dry is not cheap. I recommend very highly taking the class when you get it. It is a skill but once you learn it it is much more comfortable and I have better buoyancy control in one. Sadly mine is shot I have a replacement on layaway, cant wait to get it.

 

[drk5036]

If you really want to dive cold then a good drysuit is the way to go. But don’t forget about semidry wetsuits. 59 is definitely doable in a semidry, and will run you closer to 400 dollars or even less: Henderson Thermoprene Pro Hooded Semi-Dry Jumpsuit

 

[Tank601]

that seaskin looks pretty slick

 

[Tank601]

If you really want to dive cold then a good drysuit is the way to go. But don’t forget about semidry wetsuits. 59 is definitely doable in a semidry, and will run you closer to 400 dollars or even less: Henderson Thermoprene Pro Hooded Semi-Dry Jumpsuit

Im not opposed to diving wet, its just such a PITA to get the suit on and off, also restricts movement up top - then requires a crap load of weight which gets to the point where its not enjoyable anymore

 

[Joebar]

then requires a crap load of weight which gets to the point where its not enjoyable anymore

With a Dry Suit you will probably need even more weights

 

[Tank601]

With a Dry Suit you will probably need even more weights

I don't see how that's possible