In a message dated 4/3/01 4:16:42 PM, alsjfs_at_voyager.co.nz writes: << I have both 3mm and 6mm farmer johns, so am aware of the significant extra insulation of the 6mm suit. >> the problem with 6mm is you can't move well in it. You can add fuzzy rubber or some such but you just get bulkier without a real increas in "wet" protection while still able to paddle. It is exhausting to fight your own clothes while paddling. I know that is what cuts us from the usual 14-16 miles to 10-12 when we are all zipped up in the dry suits. I'm out of breath just getting on the water in that thing. Joan *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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