Drysuit Hood

[BAMA6977]

Need suggestions for drysuit hood that fits without feeling like my heads in a vice and leads to headache. I’ve tried several
but always feel restricted with face squeeze that causes mask to not seal. Don’t like to struggle putting on and taking off. I have large head (xxl) with full beard. Suggestions?

 

[Kevin Floyd]

A dry hood or wet?

I wear the Fourth Element 5mm. It doesn’t have a bib,

 

[Marie13]

I like the Waterproof brand ones with NO bib.

 

[BAMA6977]

A dry hood or wet?

I wear the Fourth Element 5mm. It doesn’t have a bib,

A dry hood or wet?

I wear the Fourth Element 5mm. It doesn’t have a bib,

Wet

 

[coldwaterglutton]

I use the H1, which is well built hood with the added feature of having color/reflectivity that could save your life. Mostly 10mm construction and quite warm, with good venting. I find it very comfy.

 

[Graeme Fraser]

+1 for bib-less Waterproof H1. I've had many hoods over the years and these are by far the most comfortable and ergonomic (for me that is).

 

[Zef]

While I believe Waterproof makes some really nice products, I have found their hoods to run a bit on the small side.

I Recommend the OP look into Beauchat brand hoods.

-Z

 

[rvojr]

I had the same issue with the waterproof hoods running small. I had to order one size larger than normal. Other than that, the hood is comfortable and warm.

 

[Andy in Gap]

Fellow giant headed diver here...my hood of choice is the bibless Waterproof H1 in XXL. Vents well, doesn't constrict the neck, and is warm. Mine is a 5mm and I dive year round with it. It's half the price of some other "premium" hoods.

 

[CanadaDan]

My hat size is 8.5 (One size fits all hats NEVER fit lol) and sport a full beard. I've been comfortable in the Bare hoods .