Re: [Paddlewise] What to wear wet suit, dry suit

I opted for wet suits first, then covered them with anything I could find when
the wind came up.  But if you have ever tried to peel on a wet wet suit on day
two (uncomfortable) or day three (starting to chafe) or day four (you look at
the thing with dread and trepidation, you might opt for the dry suit.  You can
make them more comfortable with fleece underneath and when you are out of the
water, a little wind won't send your teeth chattering so hard you have to go to
the dentist.  I got my son out this weekend for the first time and outfitted him
in a fleece/dry suit combo.  He swam a lot (unintentionally) but was quite
comfortable.  Dry suits also dry faster and don't cause as much dread when you
go to put them on the next day.  The big factor for my son wasn't brand or
fabric but fit.  Find something you are comfortable in.  JMHO FWIW.

Alice

> I need some help here and please correct me if any of my assumptions
> are wrong.
> Dry suit, Wet suit, I am not sure what I want.
> Here in Ohio paddling time is to short.  So to extend the season, I
> want to get a dry suit or a wet suit.
> What (I think) I know:
> Dry suits keep you dry and with clothes underneath warm
> Wet suits let you get wet and warm
> Dry suit will cost more
> Either can be used for SCUBA diving and paddling
> For extreme cold and/or extended cold a dry suit will keep you warmer
> longer
>
> I am leaning toward a dry suit.
>
> Questions
> What materials should they be made of?
> Where to get one?
> How much is it going to cost me?
> How long will they last if treated well?
> How long will they last if treated poorly?
> Is one company better than any other?
> What else do i need to know?
>
> Thanks for the info. in advance.

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