How do I store my DUI dry suit?

Store your drysuit with kinks in the zipper – This will cause weakness and breakage of the zipper. Store heavy objects on top of your drysuit – This again causes kinks and/or punctures in your drysuit. Sure to ruin your next dive.

What is a DUI drysuit?

Known as the world’s leader in drysuits, DUI also designs and manufactures electrically heated undergarments, highly specialized waterproof bags and equipment for military operations, and Weight & Trim Systems.

What is warmer a wetsuit or drysuit?

In extremely cold conditions when normal wetsuit movements become restricted by the temperature, then drysuits would be more favorable. For extreme winter standup paddleboarding conditions a drysuit is a great choice because you can add additional layers of warmth beneath the suit.

How often should I service my drysuit?

Drysuit Valves Both the inflation and exhaust valves should undergo periodic testing and examination by a competent and authorised service technician like Scuba Doctor Service and Repairs. A yearly full test is advised, and more if the suit is in frequent use.

How do you hang a drysuit?

Store your drysuit with the zipper in the open position. Now that you’ve properly rinsed and lubricated your drysuit all you need to do to store it properly between dives is to hang it on a large hanger, zipper open, in a cool, dry, dust free area.

How do you clean a kokatat drysuit?

With dry suits and dry tops Kokatat recommends using cold water, delicate cycle, gentle liquid soap, with no bleach or harsh chemicals, and high water volume, in a front loading machine. Rinse well (which may mean running it through a second time, inside out with no soap OR use a cold shower).

Where are DUI drysuits made?

San Diego, California
Hand Crafted In San Diego, California We are committed to the courage, art, and craft of diving, exploring, and preserving our oceans and inland waters. We are honored to construct drysuits and pride ourselves on the exceptional craftsmanship and and attention to detail we put into each suit.

Do you float in a drysuit?

Because of the drysuit’s design, air is present inside the suit. This will keep you buoyant in the water so you spend the majority of your time gently floating on the surface of the water. If you choose a drysuit, we recommend wearing thermal underwear under your suit.