I was too slow and the shop didn’t bring enough gloves ...How can you dive in drysuit conditions without gloves? I haven't done one single dive back home bare-handed and don't intend to do so ever.
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I was too slow and the shop didn’t bring enough gloves ...How can you dive in drysuit conditions without gloves? I haven't done one single dive back home bare-handed and don't intend to do so ever.
I went to 75 feet for my drysuit coarse on the second dive.Although a specific course isnt needed (and the prices ive seen quoted look like a total rip off) some instruction off either an instructor OR someone experienced in using a dry suit is needed. Going it alone in a pool is unlikely to cover all the things needed.
A drysuit really is only an hour or maybe 2 in the pool then some gentle shallow open water dives to get the hang on the thing.
So my view, certification needed, no. Instruction of some form required, yes.
Whilst I agree having a formal certification isn’t necessary. Here in the U.K. if you want to hire one, proof of certification is required.No, I dont believe a drysuit cert is needed, however some divers will require guidance.
I prefer a drysuit for the same reason. Particularly between dives. I know exactly one person who dives wet around here, and he's always struggling to stay reasonably warm after a dive while the rest of us are lounging in our undersuits. And my trilam is a lot easier to don and doff than any wetsuit I've rented on vacation.I personally prefer a wetsuit to a drysuit, the sole reason being comfort.