Re: [Paddlewise] Wet suits/dry suits

I can only say that Navy regs are that between 50-60 water
temp dry suits are optional, but below 50 degrees when
flying we are required to wear dry suits. Even at that
useful conscious time in 50 degree water w/o
protection is less than 20 minutes on average. I have both
a wet and dry suit, and when it hits 50 degrees, I swap wet
for dry. remember, dry suits also require a layer of insulating
clothes under them such as polypro or wool long johns. Without
the insulation, the dry suit simply doesn't provide enough
cold protection.
Good luck, and stay dry!
R/
Sluf

"Thomas M. Heineman" wrote:

> Any thoughts on when you need a wet suit vs. a dry suit.  Lake Michigan
> is now 53 degrees and dropping rapidly.
>
> I need to buy a wet suit and/or dry suit and am curious what the
> guidelines are.
>
> Any recommendations for brand/type?
>
> Tom
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