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[Merida Cave Diver]

I just purchased my first dry suit yesterday from DUI and I won't have it for a few months but I did get the Light Monkey P-valve option. I've heard about a "quick connect" option and I know that I need a catheter but other than that I know nothing...

Questions:
1. Can someone tell me about the quick connect? Sounds like a good idea. What is it, where can I buy it?
2. Catheters, I've done some reading on size, putting it on, etc, but what do you buy? For example, I go to a medical company website and I see several styles but the tips look a little different. Is there a specific standard / model / type? Yes I know it's the condom type for all you comedians lol.

Thanks

 

[Whitrzac]

Amazon link

Make sure you're shaved or at least trim the hair back.

Some people like the quick connects, some just prefere a barbed fitting.

 

[Trace Malinowski]

I discovered wearing a p-valve irritated me. I'm like the princess and the pee. So I never hooked up since the 90s. My quick connect was no connect.

 

[BoundForElsewhere]

i like using an internal catheter. much more convenient and i've actually started to enjoy it even outside the drysuit.

 

[Dsix36]

Rochester (I believe bought out by Bard) brand catheter is my brand of choice and the Wideband model works the best for me.

 

[inquis]

Adhesive removal wipes are very useful afterward, especially for multiple days. Otherwise, hot & soapy water.

 

[formernuke]

Wide bands are the way to go.

The manufacturer has a sizing chart and used to would send you samples, get a couple of each size and actually try them on if you think it fits leave on for several hours.

Then get at least one of the largest for your save a dive in case a buddy needs one you can say this is all I've got.

Trimming or shaving is a must along with removing wipes.

I wouldn't got without the quick disconnect.

 

[Bowers]

If you have a balanced p-valve don’t bother with the quick disconnect.
Most brands can be sized of you know the diameter or circumference of your shaft.
Get the adhesive ones. I have been using ultraflex and spirit with no problems.
Hose routing goes from the thigh, up to the chest and back down toward the croch. So the penis aims up.
Pro tip- cut the end of the catheter a little shorter so the barbed attachment fits all the way in and you won’t have problems with kinks.

 

[Rollin Bonz]

@stuartv provides some EXCELLENT guidance here

Drysuits and pee valves

methylated spirits I've never heard of them or at least not by that name

scubaboard.com

 

[formernuke]

If you have a balanced p-valve don’t bother with the quick disconnect.

I find the QD makes it a lot easier on the boat, attach the cath and that end at home and your not trying to attach the bard on a rocking boat.