Fusion KVR1 drysuit

[ajduplessis]

Apkes announced the new KVR1 Fusion. Its actually just a new skin for the Fusion and is maded of synthetic ballistic fiber. Should be bullerproof....

http://www.apeks.co.uk/dry-wear/product/fusion-kvr1.html

 

[TSandM]

I wonder if it stretches, and if one has to rinse between the skin and suit, as one does with the Bullet.

 

[ajduplessis]

The whole philosophy behind the Fusion design is flexibility/movability. I would be very surprised if the material does not stretch. They could add some graphics as the suit looks is a bit on the bland side.

The other point of interest will be the price structure. Time will tell.......

 

[Aqua-Andy]

Looks like a Bullet of a different name.

 

[CGE925]

The Aqualung site has more details, including the price:

Suit $US3200
Skin Only $US1350

• Ankle zippers ease donning.
• Oversized twin-zip expansion pockets with D-ring attachment points and drainage.
• Pocket Support System prevents pockets from riding out.
• Deluxe suspenders keep garment comfortably in place.
• Para-aramid fabric provides superb abrasion resistance while retaining excellent mobility and streamlining.
• Rugged PU at the knees, elbows, shoulders and buttocks extends the life of the already durable skin.
• Removable 2mm comfort pads add cushioning at the elbows and knees.
• Seams are mauser taped and 6 thread sewn,for maximum stretch and durability.
• SLT System (neck and oval wrist rings) standard.
• Comes with inflator hose and zipper wax.

It would be a great upgrade to my Bullet skin, but not at that price.

 

[ajduplessis]

Agreed, the cost of the new skin is nearly triple to cost of the bullet ($500 vs $1350)