Kodiak Wetsuit

[Pblazer]

Hey All,

So i came across the Kodiak 8/6mm Merino Lined Semi-Dry wetsuit and wanted to know does that 1mm really make that big of a difference? Does the merino lining really make the suit that much warmer? What are your thoughts or opinions about it.

Cheers,
Patrick

 

[Pblazer]

So i guess no one has used a pinnacle kodiak wetsuit.

Cheers,
Patrick

 

[Belmont]

I came across some of their boots!

http://belmont-inc.com/images/catalogue/miniatures/310057.jpg

That being said I think the Merino lining adds some insulating factor because it traps air in it's fibers, wool is warm even if it is soaked. It also helps in donning and doffing the suit.

 

[Pblazer]

Thanks Belmont

Cheers,
Patrick

 

[Rupert Vidion]

I have used both merino lined semi-dry and dry suits and I would say it definitely makes a difference. Whether wet or dry merino is a very good insulator. It takes a bit longer to dry out than man-made fibres but that's just one of life's trade offs. In fact, I have a merino base layer which I have used on its own in warmer (25ish oC) water when other people are in 3mm or shorties.

Rupert

 

[Blue982]

I've been diving a merino lined 7mm wetsuit with great seals that's about as warm as a seal-less 7mm farmer john (which is essentially a 14/7.) This may be due to the seals or it may be due to the lining, but pinnacle makes a good suit.