I had a fleet of Seac warmdry suits in rentals once. The poor neoprene quality really showed after a short time and seams, especially in the crotch, started to leak. It was a constant patch process and really an eye opener for me how neoprene quality makes all the difference if you want something to last 100+ dives. Best go with high quality neoprene like Yamamoto if you want neoprene.
I have the Warmdry from Seac. I hated the neoprene seals. Constant leaks. Just had the seals replaced with silicone seals and it was worth every penny. Love my suit now.
I have a Bare Tri Lam Tech Dry, with integrated tech boots, x-large pocket on right leg, P valve, Si Tech Dry gloves, latex seals. I did my OW in my own drysuit.
Me, and a lot of people from our dive club use the relatively unknown TopStar dry suits. Tailor made for a really sharp price. Twin shell, 5mm neoprene with a strong second layer. Never had a single drop of water inside, which is quite rare nowadays
Still recommend the E.Motion+ over the E.Lite+ for 99.9% of people since the perfect fit is just easier to accomplish since the material is just a bit more flexible and forgiving especially with the 1-2cm possible difference due to weight gain. Ather than that the E.Lite is pretty much overkill for non cave divers. Also are there any valid arguments for the D1X for tec divers versus the other established drysuit brands.
@@johnnybattiste2164 I purchased a D1X a few months ago as a back up because my Fusion Bullet was in the shop again. I have approx 20 dives in it. I need about 8 lbs more than my fusion to feel comfortable. Everyone will vary depending on set up, tanks, and individual bio-prene but more lead is def needed. The flip side to that is you don’t need nearly as many or as think of undergarments with the D1X than you would with other suits. I dove in 40 deg water over the weekend without feeling cold. Spent approx 2.5 hours total under water. Again, everyone is diff and tolerance to cold is not always the same but definitely makes a difference. Bit of a learning curve when you get started. That bubble feels like no other suit I’ve ever used. Once you learn to dive it, you won’t go back, when diving in really cold water anyway.
Somewhat forced to order a made 2 measure suit. So I have ordered the Ursuit Heavy Light now. I do like that most options are free with Ursuits m2m. Hope I will get it january 2020.
Hello SimplyScuba! I use the Expedition SE of the manufacturer ScubaForce, Germany. He, the drysuit, has all the functions I'm looking for. For example changeable cuffs on the neck and on the arms. Stitched boots with velcro on the ankles. In addition, it is very robust in stressed areas of Kevlar. And he sits without adaptation! I also tried the D1X at the biggest water sports fair - The Boot in Düsseldorf. This suit is actually made only for people of special stature. p.s. i like your videos! How about a video about the different glove and cuff systems? Greetings from germany!
Second this. Tried a brand new Santi suit the other week, was fantastic. But for a similar price i've just purchased a tailored atlantic otter suit with Kubi dry gloves. Was a no brainer really, as much as i liked the Santi!
I had a fleet of Seac warmdry suits in rentals once. The poor neoprene quality really showed after a short time and seams, especially in the crotch, started to leak. It was a constant patch process and really an eye opener for me how neoprene quality makes all the difference if you want something to last 100+ dives. Best go with high quality neoprene like Yamamoto if you want neoprene.
Great advice.
I have the Warmdry from Seac. I hated the neoprene seals. Constant leaks. Just had the seals replaced with silicone seals and it was worth every penny. Love my suit now.
I have a Bare Tri Lam Tech Dry, with integrated tech boots, x-large pocket on right leg, P valve, Si Tech Dry gloves, latex seals. I did my OW in my own drysuit.
What about the BARE X-Mission Evolution?
You guys are awesome, I’m booked in a PADI scuba diving course, you’re so inspiring
That's great news! Glad we inspired you to take up scuba! Let us know how you get on
Will do, thanks
Talk to your LDS about linking a drysuit course with your open water course.
Matt Lewis ok thanks
Would love an update how your PADI course went?
And if you've done any dives since! 👌
Me, and a lot of people from our dive club use the relatively unknown TopStar dry suits.
Tailor made for a really sharp price.
Twin shell, 5mm neoprene with a strong second layer.
Never had a single drop of water inside, which is quite rare nowadays
Still recommend the E.Motion+ over the E.Lite+ for 99.9% of people since the perfect fit is just easier to accomplish since the material is just a bit more flexible and forgiving especially with the 1-2cm possible difference due to weight gain. Ather than that the E.Lite is pretty much overkill for non cave divers.
Also are there any valid arguments for the D1X for tec divers versus the other established drysuit brands.
I got D1X recently...best purchase ever!
What are they like for bouyancy? I've heard they are quite buoyant?
@@johnnybattiste2164 I purchased a D1X a few months ago as a back up because my Fusion Bullet was in the shop again. I have approx 20 dives in it. I need about 8 lbs more than my fusion to feel comfortable. Everyone will vary depending on set up, tanks, and individual bio-prene but more lead is def needed.
The flip side to that is you don’t need nearly as many or as think of undergarments with the D1X than you would with other suits. I dove in 40 deg water over the weekend without feeling cold. Spent approx 2.5 hours total under water. Again, everyone is diff and tolerance to cold is not always the same but definitely makes a difference.
Bit of a learning curve when you get started. That bubble feels like no other suit I’ve ever used. Once you learn to dive it, you won’t go back, when diving in really cold water anyway.
Dear Simply Scuba
Santi all the way!!
You left the best at end. Not fair😂
we do like to tease
If you want a decent drysuit for diving in the UK go direct to Othree. Best drysuits by far.
Great videos guys. Great job on the amount of quality content you produce. I dive the Apeks whitesuit and love it with the Ultima dry glove system.
Tom, How are you still liking the suit if you are?
Love the new intro
Wondering the price range on these suits? Thanks
Somewhat forced to order a made 2 measure suit. So I have ordered the Ursuit Heavy Light now. I do like that most options are free with Ursuits m2m. Hope I will get it january 2020.
Was the suit everything you were hoping it was?
@@mikedavies4694 yep.. Great suit..
Why no DUI suits
Do they sell Santi, or DUI, or Bare?
Do they sell Santi, or DUI, or Bare?
Hello SimplyScuba!
I use the Expedition SE of the manufacturer ScubaForce, Germany. He, the drysuit, has all the functions I'm looking for. For example changeable cuffs on the neck and on the arms. Stitched boots with velcro on the ankles. In addition, it is very robust in stressed areas of Kevlar. And he sits without adaptation! I also tried the D1X at the biggest water sports fair - The Boot in Düsseldorf. This suit is actually made only for people of special stature.
p.s. i like your videos!
How about a video about the different glove and cuff systems?
Greetings from germany!
I noticed you didn't review either the scubapro or dui drysuits. Do you have a review of them or, can you do a review of them?
Thanks
How about Scubapro Evertech?
Anyone have a seac warmdry? Is it worth it to go budget or do you get what you pay for?
When has it ever been worth it to go budget, in scuba diving ?
@@mikedavies4694 when i got 20 pounds of lead for 10 bucks.
Perfectly happy with my pinnacle liberator.
I'm a Texas diver, I ain't going diving when it's colder than a wholly booger.
joshua smith Texas diver here also. I have Drysuit. Love it. Scubapro Everdry 4.
It’s a used one but it’s awesome.
Tls350
I only like Otter, and Santi. But Santi cost way too much .
Second this. Tried a brand new Santi suit the other week, was fantastic. But for a similar price i've just purchased a tailored atlantic otter suit with Kubi dry gloves. Was a no brainer really, as much as i liked the Santi!
Wow - nothing from BARE?!
Good Content!
seaskin nova! customized and low price
I use urasuit redQ
Good video
I'm thinking of getting D1X hybrid from you guys, I need to be sure the size will be correct though. Good vid as always
Were in the wold are you
UK