Hey guys,
Not really sure where to post this. As I've been getting into more local diving/drysuit diving, I was asked a question that I don't really have an answer to and I'd really like to know.
I'm diving down in 35 degree water. DUI 7mm hood covers my head, mask covers a good portion of the face but there's that small bit of exposed skin around the cheeks and mouth that get cold for a bit, then go numb to the point I don't feel it and am very comfortable.
The question posed to me is "Is frostbite a concern?" I don't remember hearing any diver suffering frostbite. Maybe that's when you get into the extremely cold diving. At what point do you have to consider wearing a full face mask?
Thanks in advance guys! I eagerly await your responses!
-Jim
Not really sure where to post this. As I've been getting into more local diving/drysuit diving, I was asked a question that I don't really have an answer to and I'd really like to know.
I'm diving down in 35 degree water. DUI 7mm hood covers my head, mask covers a good portion of the face but there's that small bit of exposed skin around the cheeks and mouth that get cold for a bit, then go numb to the point I don't feel it and am very comfortable.
The question posed to me is "Is frostbite a concern?" I don't remember hearing any diver suffering frostbite. Maybe that's when you get into the extremely cold diving. At what point do you have to consider wearing a full face mask?
Thanks in advance guys! I eagerly await your responses!
-Jim