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And that 1/6 goes quick.
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I did have 40F water at the Ohio quarry last weekend.
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Got my custom DUI DuoTherm 300 undersuit yesterday. It fits fabulous. Worth every penny. This is the only custom undersuit option DUI offers. It is such a luxury to have the correct length arms and legs. I got the package with the stock size vest and socks. The vest goes over top and fits well. The socks were backordered but are coming later. The current socks I have work fine.
I got the undies almost two months after I got my drysuit, but given that DUI was closed for two weeks over the holidays and then closed for two weeks due to covid earlier this month, I’m surprised I got them when I did.
The Apeks low profile dump valve on my drysuit is another matter. Leaked the first time I dove the suit, leaving it open all the way. Made sure it was tight. It was. Closed it a few clicks the last two days I’ve dived. I still got a bit wet. Well used to this BS from when I had my Fusion. In fact, the same model valve on my Fusion leaked a lot during my cave class, even when closed some. I told the buddy who is buying my Fusion that he’s going to have to totally replace the valve.
DUI is sending a replacement valve (same model) out to me.
I got the undies almost two months after I got my drysuit, but given that DUI was closed for two weeks over the holidays and then closed for two weeks due to covid earlier this month, I’m surprised I got them when I did.
The Apeks low profile dump valve on my drysuit is another matter. Leaked the first time I dove the suit, leaving it open all the way. Made sure it was tight. It was. Closed it a few clicks the last two days I’ve dived. I still got a bit wet. Well used to this BS from when I had my Fusion. In fact, the same model valve on my Fusion leaked a lot during my cave class, even when closed some. I told the buddy who is buying my Fusion that he’s going to have to totally replace the valve.
DUI is sending a replacement valve (same model) out to me.
When I talked to my instructor about drysuits and what options to get for cave diving, he said not to get the Apeks low profile valve for that exact reason.
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I didn’t realize the Apeks valves were standard until after suit was ordered. The valves are under warranty for a year. When I emailed the shop, I made it very clear I’m well aware of the continuing issues with this valve and that I had experienced it with my Fusion. DUI guy apparently didn’t argue at all. Just asked for my address.
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Si Tec valves all the way. Get it replace with a real dry valve!
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