Hi Sarah, another great video - welcome to our world :) Diving in German/Austria all year around.... Another favourite - pour some warm (not boiling) water from a thermos flask into your wet gloves... Prior and after the dive .) But sooner or later - we all end up with a proper dry suit with dry gloves. Greetings Stephan
I've only been diving in cold water so far and haven't found temperature to be too big of a problem. Of course that might be because I've been wearing a 7mm jerk-john wetsuit that provides essentially 14mm on my body. Drysuit transition is happening shortly, can't wait.
Something I’m infamous for among my little group is throwing a nice thick warm bathrobe over me when warming up. Gives privacy for changing as well, is readily available to most people, and easily laundered to keep odours down. Sometimes I’ll stand in the shore watching other divers while drinking hot chocolate in my bathrobe. 🤣
Before switching over to drysuits we would take warm water and prime our wetsuits with warm water. It was also nice to have a few gallons of warm water to do a quick rinse with after the dive and take the chill off.
One buddy I occasionally dive with brings a small portable gas camping heater to keep warm between winter shore dives. Excellent for warming hands. Removing one’s wetsuit & putting on dry clothes between dives is warmer. But then one has the horrible sensation of getting back into what feels like icy cold neoprene on top of the difficulty of putting on a wet wetsuit. For the dive itself, can recommend SharkSkin. Can wear the onesie style under a wetsuit for extra warmth if diving in a colder than usual location or a cold current has swept into a usual spot & need more warmth than normal. The titanium version is liking adding 3-4mm to the suit. Can also wear it on its own for those trips to warmer dive sites - so versatile. Company is based in Aust but I think they’ve got stockists in the US etc. But in the end, the real answer to cold water diving is a drysuit.
Here in the PNW in Washington we take a big 5 gallon orange Igloo or Gott Water Cooler and fill it with hot bath water before leaving the house for cold water winter diving. Prior to your dive you can dunk your hood and glove in the hot water! Especially if your shore diving and doing a two to three tank dive this can really save the day. In a pinch for hot water you might be able to get some from a local nearby cafe or restaurant if you ask nicely. Cheers, #SeattleRingHunter
Hi Sarah! Great video! Was wondering what you thought of Shark Skin or Lava Core? Have you used them? Do you have a preference? Just tried Chillproof Sharkskin and it did nothing for me..
They sure are! Just returned the Chillproof Shark Skin full body suit for the Sharkskin Platinum Jacket style, to see if it would make any difference! Wish me luck!
Excellent suggestions to those not savvy with cold water diving. I began diving off Casino Point - COLD WATER! So, like you I learned how to deal with both cold water and cold weather. A knit cap is a must as is a dive jacket. I have a hand warmer that I received as a battery type as a gift and it really helps too--- better than a hot cup of coffee as a hand warmer :). My suit is a farmer john and it's quite comfortable taking the dive top off and wearing the dive jacket. Thx
Having been a Cold-water diver for most of my dives, I have found that a hooded vest (2-3mm) under the primary wetsuit fills in most of those nasty chill tunnels around the neck and spine. Then when needed, add a second non bibbed hood over the vest hood. Makes all the difference. Also avoid zippers on booties. Use under socks to aid in both wetsuit and boot donning/removal. Then of course, as you mentioned... the strategic bladder release, or SBR for stealthy vocalization... 😉 Great video as always. Thanks for sharing. Dive safe. 🤙
@@AzulUnlimited I am a drysuit diver also. But sometimes a dive requires getting wet, to really experience it properly. Like your first ice dive should always be in a wetsuit. Just to further drive home how nice drysuits are.
I am quite comfortable in a 7mm wetsuit in most water. I have a full 7mm. Then for ice water, i also have a 7mm half wetsuit with a hood that goes on top, so 7mm limbs, 14m core. Lips go blue and rubbery no matter what, but the rest of me has always been toasty (apart from finger tips). In the lakes where i live there are a couple thermoclines. One usually around 30ft, then again below 50ft. The lake is always about 40F down there regardless of the season or weather.
@@AzulUnlimited ya. When the water is 30 something it's like local anesthetic. Your nose iseven fine in the mask, but there is nothing to be done about the lips around the regulator.
@@AzulUnlimited ah yes one more thing to learn. I just started side mount a few weeks ago so that's my current learning curve. This is actually how I found your Channel. The gear setup tips have been much appreciated.
My buddy surfacing after a dive: can't wait to go to the toilet. Me: I went ten minutes ago. My buddy: you know I was behind you right! Me: 😁 Love the vid 😁👍❤️
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What is the craziest thing you've tried for staying warm on dive days?
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turned on the heater in the dive vehicle with the wetsuit on.
I will have to look into it.
@@davidb5195 hahaha i have used the car heater between dives as well
@@davidb5195 They're really nice for all watersport adventures and they are made to last for years.
@@AzulUnlimited that is good to know
Hi Sarah, another great video - welcome to our world :) Diving in German/Austria all year around.... Another favourite - pour some warm (not boiling) water from a thermos flask into your wet gloves... Prior and after the dive .) But sooner or later - we all end up with a proper dry suit with dry gloves. Greetings Stephan
Yup! It's only a matter of time 😂😂😂😂 thanks for watching!
The 4th element poncho is a life saver for surface intervals and protecting from the wind when the boat is moving.
Oh yes, anything that is water and wind proof makes a difference 🤙🤙
I've only been diving in cold water so far and haven't found temperature to be too big of a problem. Of course that might be because I've been wearing a 7mm jerk-john wetsuit that provides essentially 14mm on my body. Drysuit transition is happening shortly, can't wait.
If you can swing it I highly recommend an argon system too. Really makes a dry suit even better.
Layering up is helpful. See you on the drysuit journey 🙃
One step at a time 😂😂😂
Something I’m infamous for among my little group is throwing a nice thick warm bathrobe over me when warming up. Gives privacy for changing as well, is readily available to most people, and easily laundered to keep odours down. Sometimes I’ll stand in the shore watching other divers while drinking hot chocolate in my bathrobe. 🤣
OK this is my favorite idea. Such a mood
I love my surf-fur!!! They are worth the money. I highly recommend them. I keep a fleece beanie and one pocket and fleece gloves in the other.
Yes! They make the dive day so much more comfy 🤙
Drysuit is a game changer
I am counting the days until I get into one. Soon!!!
Before switching over to drysuits we would take warm water and prime our wetsuits with warm water. It was also nice to have a few gallons of warm water to do a quick rinse with after the dive and take the chill off.
I love a good warm (non-pee) rinse after a dive 😅😂🤪
One buddy I occasionally dive with brings a small portable gas camping heater to keep warm between winter shore dives. Excellent for warming hands.
Removing one’s wetsuit & putting on dry clothes between dives is warmer. But then one has the horrible sensation of getting back into what feels like icy cold neoprene on top of the difficulty of putting on a wet wetsuit.
For the dive itself, can recommend SharkSkin. Can wear the onesie style under a wetsuit for extra warmth if diving in a colder than usual location or a cold current has swept into a usual spot & need more warmth than normal. The titanium version is liking adding 3-4mm to the suit. Can also wear it on its own for those trips to warmer dive sites - so versatile. Company is based in Aust but I think they’ve got stockists in the US etc.
But in the end, the real answer to cold water diving is a drysuit.
Oooo yes, love shark skin. Great solution you described there! Thanks for watching :)
Here in the PNW in Washington we take a big 5 gallon orange Igloo or Gott Water Cooler and fill it with hot bath water before leaving the house for cold water winter diving. Prior to your dive you can dunk your hood and glove in the hot water! Especially if your shore diving and doing a two to three tank dive this can really save the day. In a pinch for hot water you might be able to get some from a local nearby cafe or restaurant if you ask nicely. Cheers, #SeattleRingHunter
Nice. Thanks for your input 🤙
Hi Sarah! Great video! Was wondering what you thought of Shark Skin or Lava Core? Have you used them? Do you have a preference? Just tried Chillproof Sharkskin and it did nothing for me..
I don't have a preference and really only would use them if I was consistently diving in warm water. They are pricey for what they offer.
They sure are! Just returned the Chillproof Shark Skin full body suit for the Sharkskin Platinum Jacket style, to see if it would make any difference! Wish me luck!
Excellent suggestions to those not savvy with cold water diving. I began diving off Casino Point - COLD WATER! So, like you I learned how to deal with both cold water and cold weather. A knit cap is a must as is a dive jacket. I have a hand warmer that I received as a battery type as a gift and it really helps too--- better than a hot cup of coffee as a hand warmer :). My suit is a farmer john and it's quite comfortable taking the dive top off and wearing the dive jacket. Thx
Yay casino point! Such a great easy dive. Thanks for watching 🤙
Having been a Cold-water diver for most of my dives, I have found that a hooded vest (2-3mm) under the primary wetsuit fills in most of those nasty chill tunnels around the neck and spine. Then when needed, add a second non bibbed hood over the vest hood. Makes all the difference. Also avoid zippers on booties. Use under socks to aid in both wetsuit and boot donning/removal.
Then of course, as you mentioned... the strategic bladder release, or SBR for stealthy vocalization... 😉
Great video as always. Thanks for sharing.
Dive safe. 🤙
Hahaha I'm a newly converted dry suit diver and I won't be turning back! Warm feet 🥰
@@AzulUnlimited I am a drysuit diver also. But sometimes a dive requires getting wet, to really experience it properly. Like your first ice dive should always be in a wetsuit. Just to further drive home how nice drysuits are.
@@sammoyers905 woah. Gnarly...
Hello Sarah from Brazil 🇧🇷 I luv ur videos 👌👏👏👏
Thanks for watching from Brazil!!! Very cool 🤙
I am quite comfortable in a 7mm wetsuit in most water. I have a full 7mm. Then for ice water, i also have a 7mm half wetsuit with a hood that goes on top, so 7mm limbs, 14m core. Lips go blue and rubbery no matter what, but the rest of me has always been toasty (apart from finger tips). In the lakes where i live there are a couple thermoclines. One usually around 30ft, then again below 50ft. The lake is always about 40F down there regardless of the season or weather.
Yup, each diver has their limits and what works for them. Gotta be careful with those blue lips though!
@@AzulUnlimited ya. When the water is 30 something it's like local anesthetic. Your nose iseven fine in the mask, but there is nothing to be done about the lips around the regulator.
@@matthewwyjad full face mask 😁
@@AzulUnlimited ah yes one more thing to learn. I just started side mount a few weeks ago so that's my current learning curve. This is actually how I found your Channel. The gear setup tips have been much appreciated.
@@matthewwyjad Glad to hear it! Thanks for being here :)
My buddy surfacing after a dive: can't wait to go to the toilet.
Me: I went ten minutes ago.
My buddy: you know I was behind you right!
Me: 😁
Love the vid 😁👍❤️
Hahaha where did this thermocline come from? Wait a minute.... 👀🤪
@@AzulUnlimited 🤣
Awesome! I was saying it incorrectly. It's "surfer" versus "surf fur"?...
Yeah, you just let it roll together :)
Edit your video title. Did you mean PPE Personal Protective Equipment. Great video as always, loving the content. 🤙 Cheers, #SeattleRingHunter
I said what I said 😂👀
The are only two types of divers, the ones that pee in their wetsuits and the ones that lie!
Absolutely. Now I'll have to train it out of me with this whole drysuit business 😂😂
Dry suit can be dangerous without the proper training..... I watched a video about Linnea Mills' case..... It was shocking!!!
This is very true! Training is essential. I haven't seen that yet