[Paddlewise] Wetsuit sizing help needed for Newbie

From: Christian <rebel_at_snip.net>
Date: Wed, 16 May 2001 22:19:48 -0400
Hello to all my fellow Aquaphilics,
     I have mainly been lurking on here for the past few months soaking up
the knowledge and experiences of the group. I have been an avid canoeist
since my early teens(I am now 37) and decided to try kayaking last summer.
>From the moment my paddle first touched the water, I was hooked. I demo'ed
over 15 boats before settling on a Wilderness Systems Sealution IIxs with a
rudder for my first. I use it mainly on the local rivers but also in the
back channels and bays here in Southern New Jersey.
   Ok, enough rambling on for now. Because I don't have any friends who are
interested in watersports, I need your help. Please don't laugh if these
questions sound silly or strange. I bought a shorty wetsuit by NRS for use
during those chilly days and it feels pretty snug. How tight are they
supposed to feel and are you supposed to wear underwear under them or not?
(Hey...I told you not to laugh!!!)  I wont even get into my rolling
questions yet.
  If there is anyone out there in my area who would like a paddling partner
to practice rolls with or just share the trip let me know.

   Thanks in advance for your help
           Christian


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