GRH--3mm in May should keep you comfortable. You might even be ok in your vest and board shorts. I live here, so I get cold easier.
The Bare ElasteK is a 7mm hooded step-in vest, still OK for the warmer water?
Thanks.
George
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GRH--3mm in May should keep you comfortable. You might even be ok in your vest and board shorts. I live here, so I get cold easier.
My wife and I are heading to St. Thomas the first week of May but my wife is not a diver and I just recently got certified but do want to sneak a few dives in while I am there.
What is recommended for exposure protection? I assume a 3mm wetsuit is the norm but coming from Seattles cooler water temperatures I currently dive dry and also have a Bare 7mm Elastek full and 7mm Elastek hooded vest. Would I be too warm if I used just the full or just the vest? I can spring for a 3mm if needed but wouldnt mind getting by with what I have.
Thanks.
I had the same thought about exposure protection, and I think for me at least a 3mm shorty will do.
The Bare ElasteK is a 7mm hooded step-in vest, still OK for the warmer water?
Thanks.
George.
George, I think a 7mm hooded vest would be too hot in May. Water temp today (April 1) is 77 degrees. It is usually warmer this time of year. I had on my 5mm suit and was comfortable. I think anyone will be comfortable in May wearing a 3mm suit.
Ive heard good things about Admitality, but have only dove with Red Hook. As for taking the kids, I will say that Red hook caters to a smaller crowd, 12 I believe it the max number of divers thay will take. Check out thier website www.redhookdivecenter.com