[Paddlewise] Fitting drysuit neck gaskets

I picked up a drysuit recently and would like to start using it.  The ankle
and wrist gaskets are fine, but the neck gasket is like a hand continually
at my throat.  I can't stand to have it on for more than ten seconds.  I
tried putting a large gallon jar inside the gasket to stretch it out, but
that didn't seem to have much effect.  So I think I'm going to have to trim
it so as to reduce the strangulation effect.  I would appreciate any advice
on how to do this, and on what comfort level it is reasonable to achieve,
without compromising the dryness of the suit.

Thanks.

jim holman

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