Wreck/Tec
Contributor
There is a conspicuous lack of information here, I'll explain. Your zipper location preference can mean many things. Those who prefer rear entry may not plan on diving alone, in which case location isn't an issue! The rear entry is also more forgiving on the zipper some say, although your harness, or BC straps will ride on it when getting in and out of the water. Remember..........if you're going to get into a rear entry by yourself you may in advertantly bring thermal material into the path of the zipper, or zip up at hazzardous angles that aren't complimenting the zippers life span.
Front entry has it's pit falls as well. Some prefer an angular zip from shoulder to waist. While it's fairly easy to zip your self the zipper is exposed to bending and potential wear from the BC and or harness straps. While still easier to done alone than the rear entry, it too has it's things to think of.
Others like my self prefer the bib version, the zipper is located between the navel and nipples, running across from right to left and protected with a flap like cover. Some find the straps running in opposite directions around your back and meeting in front to snap together an issue, but I have no problem with them. I've also seen a version like this with out a flap, although still bearing the straps and snaps.
The zipper, short of the suit it's self is probably the most expensive item on the suit. They are very durable, however they aren't indestructable. Like any piece of dive equipment they need care and consideration. These suits are as different as we are. They aren't better than the other, they just offer alternatives. You will have to sift through these alternatives to decide for yourself what best compliments you and your style of diving.....
Wreck/Tec
Front entry has it's pit falls as well. Some prefer an angular zip from shoulder to waist. While it's fairly easy to zip your self the zipper is exposed to bending and potential wear from the BC and or harness straps. While still easier to done alone than the rear entry, it too has it's things to think of.
Others like my self prefer the bib version, the zipper is located between the navel and nipples, running across from right to left and protected with a flap like cover. Some find the straps running in opposite directions around your back and meeting in front to snap together an issue, but I have no problem with them. I've also seen a version like this with out a flap, although still bearing the straps and snaps.
The zipper, short of the suit it's self is probably the most expensive item on the suit. They are very durable, however they aren't indestructable. Like any piece of dive equipment they need care and consideration. These suits are as different as we are. They aren't better than the other, they just offer alternatives. You will have to sift through these alternatives to decide for yourself what best compliments you and your style of diving.....
Wreck/Tec
