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[WreckWench]

I usually dive my 3mm with no problems...but tomorow I'll look through my log book and throw out some temps.

So Vinny are you officially on the trip? It is starting to fill and I need to know if your check is in the mail? I certainly hope so! You always add so much life to a trip! -ww

[scubabjs]

I have a set of HP100's that I may reserve for the U-352. I don't have a wetsuit thick enough for that type of diving anymore, so my drysuit will have to suffice .

Speaking of wetsuits, I know I have asked this before, but what is recommended for July diving. I am hoping to get away with my 3 mil, with a hoodie and booties instead of diving dry. I would like to enjoy wetsuit diving since I dive dry year-around up here.

What are everyone's suggestions. My 3 mil is a ScubaPro Barrier Steamer.

I dove last time in a 1.5m shorty no gloves/boots/hood and was cool (but not cold) at the bottom, but hanging on the line was a getting warm, there was a noticeable thermocline around 40ft most days last Aug. But the cold doesn't really affect me that much, I put off a lot of heat, I have seen women wear 5mm suits when I was in a swimsuit. YMMV.


Bjs

[Ariesno1]

I dove last time in a 1.5m shorty no gloves/boots/hood and was cool (but not cold) at the bottom, but hanging on the line was a getting warm, there was a noticeable thermocline around 40ft most days last Aug. But the cold doesn't really affect me that much, I put off a lot of heat, I have seen women wear 5mm suits when I was in a swimsuit. YMMV.


Bjs

Brian, are you not joining us this time? You always take cool photos. Hey, think about the big Margaritas we had at the Mexican restaurant. That's already a reason to come on this trip.

Doris

[Ariesno1]

I have a set of HP100's that I may reserve for the U-352. I don't have a wetsuit thick enough for that type of diving anymore, so my drysuit will have to suffice .

Speaking of wetsuits, I know I have asked this before, but what is recommended for July diving. I am hoping to get away with my 3 mil, with a hoodie and booties instead of diving dry. I would like to enjoy wetsuit diving since I dive dry year-around up here.

What are everyone's suggestions. My 3 mil is a ScubaPro Barrier Steamer.

Nicolle, I get cold easy, but I wore my 3mm suit and was just a little cold on the bottom, but got used to it. I will wear my 3mm again and might pack my 7mm just in case.
Doris

[Desert_Diver]

Speaking of wetsuits, I know I have asked this before, but what is recommended for July diving. I am hoping to get away with my 3 mil, with a hoodie and booties instead of diving dry. I would like to enjoy wetsuit diving since I dive dry year-around up here.

I'm a wimp, so I dove a full 5-mil with a 3-mil shortie on underneath, beanie but no gloves. It was just about right for me. I recorded bottom temps of 71 to 73 on all the dives last July 4th. YMMV as the current out there isn't a constant, it loops and whirls as it goes up the coast. I got several 'hot flashes' on some of the dives as threads of the warmer stuff washed over us. We were right on the hairy edge of the 80+ degree current, last year.

DO follow the instructions about holding on the chain and 'Carolina Rig' as you ascend/descend. I got sloppy on our next-to-last dive 'cos we hadn't had any current, and just about got a joy ride. Whoops! It went from nuthin' to around 3 knots, in just a few seconds.

[BradfordNC]

Speaking of wetsuits, I know I have asked this before, but what is recommended for July diving. I am hoping to get away with my 3 mil, with a hoodie and booties instead of diving dry. I would like to enjoy wetsuit diving since I dive dry year-around up here.

What are everyone's suggestions. My 3 mil is a ScubaPro Barrier Steamer.

for the number and duration of the dives, you should be fine in a 3mm

[ScubaDadMiami]

Speaking of wetsuits . . . .,

I'm a wimp, so I dove a full 5-mil with a 3-mil shortie on underneath, beanie but no gloves.

I'm even more of a wimp. So, I'll be diving dry.

[scubabjs]

I dove last time in a 1.5m shorty no gloves/boots/hood and was cool (but not cold) at the bottom, but hanging on the line was a getting warm, there was a noticeable thermocline around 40ft most days last Aug. But the cold doesn't really affect me that much, I put off a lot of heat, I have seen women wear 5mm suits when I was in a swimsuit. YMMV.


Bjs

Brian, are you not joining us this time? You always take cool photos. Hey, think about the big Margaritas we had at the Mexican restaurant. That's already a reason to come on this trip.

Doris

I have asked to get a drive-in quote, I forgot about those Margaritas, they were awesome, perfect for putting you to sleep. I am going to put together a double rig, and this would a good trip to test it out on, I could have used the extra time with the sharks last time.

Bjs

[VADiver]

Looks like the last time I dove there the bottom temp was between 73 to 74 degrees...very comfortable in a 3mm. If anything bring a skin for the just in case factor.

[Dive_Girl]

So I've confirmed this trip with WreckWench - I'm in! Thanks for all the exposure protection adivce. Although I dive in the PNW, we aren't polar bears up here people! I actually find I get colder quicker in warm water, but sounds like I should be fine in my 3mm. I'm headed to the Bahamas the month before, so if I get cold there in my 3mm, I'll change up accordingly. If I do dive in the 3mm and there are those drysuit divers around, please note I will be giving sopping wet hugs when your drysuits are half on!

[ASDmike]

great

Now all the guys have to go out and buy drysuits...

[Capn Jack]

please note I will be giving sopping wet hugs when your drysuits are half on!

Now, another reason to sign up for the trip and buy a drysuit.

I wish SWMBO was not so narrow-minded!!!

[captsteve]

So I've confirmed this trip with WreckWench - I'm in! Thanks for all the exposure protection adivce. Although I dive in the PNW, we aren't polar bears up here people! I actually find I get colder quicker in warm water, but sounds like I should be fine in my 3mm. I'm headed to the Bahamas the month before, so if I get cold there in my 3mm, I'll change up accordingly. If I do dive in the 3mm and there are those drysuit divers around, please note I will be giving sopping wet hugs when your drysuits are half on!

Try ice.........or buy larrys cozumel video

[Scubatooth]

before warned if you did that you would be keel hulled for that or by barefoot skiing on the way back to port

Just a warning

Tooth

[finGrabber]

before warned if you did that you would be keel hulled for that or by barefoot skiing on the way back to port

Just a warning

Tooth

Tooth,

capnsteve is the reason we have a rule regarding ice in the first place