[Paddlewise] goretex drysuit facts

I haven't noticed anyone say this yet, and I love being the first
expostulate "facts"... ;-) As always, feel free to disagree.

Fact #1:  Any clothing under any drysuit will get wet as perspiration
builds.
Fact #2:  A goretex or other breathable fabric will lessen the amount of
perspiration buildup as it breathes. However the amount of the lessening is
debateable.
Fact #3:  After perspiration buildup stops, "wet" polypro will quickly dry
in a goretex drysuit.  Conversely, it will stay quite wet in a
non-breathable drysuit.
Fact #4:  Given Fact #3 above, polypro clothing will generally dry faster in
a sealed goretex drysuit than it would if the paddler changes immediately
after stopping perspiration.  At least this is the case in the wet and cold
Pacific Northwest.

So in conclusion, standing around on shore in a goretex suit will quickly
dry out your clothes!  What a luxury... :)

Kevin


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