The D1 Hybrid Drysuit gives new meaning to “revolutionary design”. This drysuit includes integrated silicone seals, a drybag, hose, and a 5/7MM H1 Hood. Three years were spent analyzing the problems of standard drysuits before the patented D1 Hybrid was developed. The D1 is the world’s first insulated constant volume drysuit with a 10 Butyl layer Trilaminate shell and 3-D mesh inner lining with suspenders. The suit is designed to provide a constant distance to the outer shell while acting as a vapor barrier keeping the diver dry at all times. The D1Hybrid Drysuit also provides unrestricted airflow throughout the suit so that no trapped air or squeeze is ever allowed. It also sports a warm neck valve and elastic waist band, an armored dry zipper with a chill guard and polyurethane embossed seat area for non-slip and abrasion protection. For more info visit http://waterproof.mwrc.net.

Waterproof is beginning a new program that will benefit the diver who wants to trade-in his older gear for an upgrade. The company has announced a trade-in program that will allow scuba divers to upgrade to a newer suit. With finances being an issue for everyone this is yet another way to save money and upgrade your equipment/gear. The upgrade program, available for a limited time through authorized Waterproof dealers, involves three Waterproof models, the W1, W2, and the W3. In order for divers to participate, bring your existing wetsuit to a dive store, select one of the qualifying models and receive a 20 percent discount immediately. Waterproof suits have an exclusive design that provides exposure protection in a fashionable and comfortable way and now…they are upgradable. For more info visit www.waterproof-usa.com

They keep you warm as you play among the marine life. They allow you to see what happens when the ice has closed off the lakes. They allow you to partake in the sport you love so much all year long. But still, drysuits are perhaps the most misunderstood piece of dive equipment on the market today.

Recently it has become apparent to the staff here at Dive News that there are a lot of people missing out on year around diving because they believe that drysuits are difficult to use. While they do take a little extra training, they are actually really easy to use. Amanda, daughter of Rick Stratton, the publisher of Dive News, used one her first dive out...at 8 years old.

So in the interest of introducing all of our readers to the possibilities drysuits afford the average diver, we put together a sampling of what the market has to offer in terms of drysuits. This sampling is by no means all of what is out there so we encourage you to do some research of your own. We simply want to wet your whistle so to speak. So...divers meet the drysuit...we think you'll become really good friends....

Poseidon Unisuit Exclusive
This is the drysuit you can take on and off without help. The Unisuit Exclusive has the zipper around the neck and is 6.5 mm closed cell neoprene with millions of small gas cells that keep you warm. Extra underwear is only necessary in extreme conditions. It comes as standard with attached hood, neoprene neck seal, and sized boots for the most comfortable fit. This suit holds the record for the coldest dive.

Poseidon
Poseidon has a complete line of Dive Equipment, including the first Recreational Rebreather, The Cis Lunar Discovery MKVI. Poseidon is a Swedish company formed in 1958. In June 2002 Poseidon produced the Xstream Duration Regulator, the first and only regulator in the world to be certified to 200 meters on Gas/Trimex and comes out of the box 100 percent O2.

DUI CF200 Series
The CF200 Series Drysuit is the ONLY drysuit made with crushed neoprene.  Features include  a diagonal front-entry zipper, telescoping torso, suspenders, crotch strap, warm neck collar, zipper guard, Apeks swivel inlet & automatic exhaust valves, hose, bag, tac and ZipStick.  The CF200 is available in standard sizes and made-to-order with almost limitless add-ons possible including DUI's patented ZipSeals.

DUI
Established in 1963, DUI is the world's leader in keeping divers warm and comfortable in every underwater environment.  DUI drysuits are manufactured in San Diego, California and distributed throughout dive stores in North America as well as exported worldwide.

HOLLIS BioDry FX100
Constructed with patented WearForce(R) material, the BioDry Drysuit has strength and stretch with a complete range of motion allowing for a streamlined fit. The BioDry FX100 suit sports a front entry design, and includes Bioflex improved with WearForce: a non-woven nylon material laminated to a heavy-duty, stretchable polyurethane and is extremely light weight and low maintenance.

Hollis
Hollis brings innovation and engineering experience to the dive industry by designing the highest quality and most innovative scuba diving equipment available. Equipment designed to accommodate everyone from the beginning sport diver to the exploratory technical diver, using the most cutting edge materials and proven technologies for any condition.

WHITES Fusion Bullet
This new Bullet skin can be used with any existing Fusion drycore. The suit comes with all seams designed with hyper stretch reinforcement tape, constructed with 6 thread multi needle stitching for the strongest seams ever. High stretch, abrasion resistant Gatortech neoprene on the knees, elbows, shoulders and buttocks to extend the life of the skin for use in the most extreme dive conditions. Removable 2mm neoprene inserts for the elbows and knees add durability and cushioning.

Whites
Frank White Sr. founded Whites in 1956. It was the first wetsuit manufacturing company in Canada. Whites is also the first drysuit manufacturing company in North America. Whites strives to set the standard for drysuits and accessories. Sophisticated computer design technology and relentless testing in the most extreme conditions allows for worthy design. Whites designs drysuits for the military, public safety, coast guard/rescue teams, immersion suit users, and countless recreational and professional drysuit users.

WATERPROOF
Draco 3.5mm Drysuit
The Draco features hi-density HEIWA 3.5mm neoprene with Toughtex nylon exterior coating for superior warmth and abrasion resistance. A back-zip entry eliminates extra bulk and material in the torso area offering a more comfortable streamlined fit. The Draco is designed with overlapping panels to increase warmth and eliminate water seepage. The suit comes standard with SI Tech valves, latex seals, expandable power pockets, a Hydra 5/7mm HAVS hood and Kevlar reinforced boots.

Waterproof
Waterproof is a leader in exposure suit technology and manufacturing offering a full-line of premium wetsuits, drysuits and accessories. Waterproof's commitment to quality and design has placed them at the top of the European exposure suit market with award-winning products for over 25 years. Waterproof products are distributed in the Americas by TUSA.

Viking Combat/ProTech with Nautic neoprene hood
The ProTech suit is made of black EPDM/natural rubber on top of a very flexible polyamide/elastane lining. It is fitted with rotating inlet and exhaust valves and a medium-duty zip. Black rubber reinforcements are integrated on the suit and covers the lower front leg over the knee to the seat and also across the shoulders. Rubber coated neoprene boots are fitted to the suit for optimal comfort.

Trelleborg Viking
Trelleborg Protective Products is a leading producer of protective clothing and related products. World renowned brand names like Viking, Trellchem® and TrellTent® and Trelleborg Protective Products are standards through which dry diving suits, chemical protective suits, inflatable shelters and a wide range of related products are developed.

The USIA Pro Am 1100
This is a vulcanized rubber suit manufactured from an NR/EPDM blend. This medium weight suit features good stretch characteristics for comfort, and a three layer construction for durability. The Pro Am 1100 is designed for sports, military, rescue, and light commercial applications. It has an average material weight of 1200 gm/m. The vulcanized seams have a lifetime seam warranty. It sports a carbon black reinforced boot sole and crotch area and pyramid reinforced shoulders, waist and knee areas.

USIA
USIA is an America corporation established in 1987 as a manufacturing firm mainly involved in defense contracting. In 1989 the first recreational diving suits were offered to a select few diving retailers due to an increased demand for drysuits. USIA is headquartered in Oregon. Drysuits and thermal ware protective undergarments are the result of several years of extensive design and development.

ZEAGLE Black Ice
The Black Ice Front-Entry Drysuit is the world's first Merino™ lined drysuit. The Black Ice is a rugged drysuit that will appeal to all divers ranging from a first-time drysuit diver to the most experienced commercial diver. Constructed completely of 7mm neoprene thermocompressed to 4.5mm this drysuit shows that Neoprene suits are inherently warmer than shell-type suits. Merino adds insulation as well as absorbs perspiration and other water vapor inside the suit and the Black Ice has a fully self-donning front-entry design with a diagonal YKK-BDM front zipper with protective zipper flap and a 1mm neoprene zipper flap over torso for added insulation and protection of the main zipper. The wrist seals are made from the heaviest grade of virgin latex and reinforced Kevlar™ kneepads are included as a standard.

Zeagle Systems
Zeagle Systems is a family owned business dedicated to making innovative equipment for recreational, commercial, public safety, and military divers. Zeagle still manufactures and designs buoyancy systems, regulators, and many other products in our own factory in Zephyrhills, Florida. Zeagle began building weight-integrated buoyancy 25 years ago.

The SEASOFT TX™ (Titanium Extreme)
The TX™ is made with 4.5 MM Yamamoto Hyper-stretch neoprene. There are 2 layers of Titanium Flake Foil used for heat reflection and warmth. The TX™ uses the same pattern that their Ti 3000 and Ti 5000, giving divers freedom of movement and strength that virtually eliminates weak points so. The Seasoft TX also includes elevated heel booties with arch supports built in under the sole, strong, abrasion resistant knee pads, STRETCHTEX™ Seals and a Ti Zip zipper from Germany which gives you not only a really tough, long lasting zipper but allows you to zip the suit up yourself.

Seasoft
The company was founded in 1985, they have been in business, designing, engineering and creating for 25 years. The next 25 years will be just as exciting as they continue to pursue excellence in creating new dive products.

HARVEY'S SPL Dino-Hide Work Capsule
The dino-hide work capsule dry suit was designed and constructed for the commercial, salvage, and mining diver in mind with recreational comfort and a economical budget. Made with either 5mm or 7mm dino-hide, SiTech valves, OEB heavy duty zippers and "fin friendly" vulcanized boots this rugged dry suit will stand up to the rigors of the deep, long term and heavy duty diving environments. For Over 50 years Harvey's has lead the way in custom tailored wet and dry suits. Using only the highest quality neoprene material the market has to offer. Trusted by thousands of satisfied cold water divers around the world.

Harvey's Skin Diving Suits Inc.
In 1957 Harvey's opened its first dive shop and began making wetsuits. One of Harvey's first clients was the department of Fisheries, soon after other orders followed. From a humble beginning Harvey's emerged to become one of the world's premier dive suit manufacturers. Harvey's has more than 50 years as a leader in the diving industry and is seen world-wide from the great Northwest to the tropics and all points in between. Harvey's family owned and operated business has fitted hundreds of thousands of divers from the U.S. Navy Seals Teams to the crew of James Bond movies and every other diver who wants to stay warm and comfortable in any diving condition.

BODY GLOVE 2009 EX3 3mm
The 2009 EX3 3 mm sports a future flex inside torso panel as well as a top shoulder, back knee, and lumbar panel. It also has thermolite front and back torso panels, glideskin collar and wrist and ankle seals. It is made of vaporlock seams that are anatomically cut. The drysuit features extended superflex kneepads, an adjustable velcro collar and an interior key pocket.

Body Glove
Body Glove International, LLC is a major surf/skateboard/water sports brand started in the United States. Body Glove was founded in 1953 by twin brothers Bill and Bob Meistrell. The brothers invented the very first practical wetsuit in the early 1950s in the back of their Redondo Beach, California surf shop, Dive N' Surf.

Bare Trilam HD Tech Dry
The BARE Trilam HD Tech Dry is a trilaminate drysuit that uses a unique blend of materials exclusive to BARE. The high tenacity nylon/butyl/polyester material with reinforced "critical wear" seams ensures durability and diver comfort. It sports a 360 degree swivel inflator valve, a low profile adjustable exhaust valve and your choice of a compressed density neoprene BARE Boot or compression-resistant Soft Boot. BARE's patented ATR System (Automatic Torso Recoil) eliminates the need for a crotch strap and a strong "2 Needle Felled" seam construction holds it all together. This drysuit comes with a LIFETIME GUARANTEE.

BARE
BARE is a progressive company with a rich history in dive. Our 38 years of experience, in more than 54 countries, gives us the confidence to continue designing and manufacturing products that are consistent with one goal - to deliver a better dive experience. Whether our products are for recreational, commercial or military use, a BARE product should give you confidence to know that it is the best, because each BARE product combines class-leading design with advanced materials and proven technologies and is backed up by extensive research and testing.

dIVE RITE 905 Exp Drysuit
The 905 Exp Drysuit incorporates the same daisy chain design as their harness pockets. The new 905 EXP has two, bellows thigh pockets with daisy chain loops for attaching cutting devices. All new boots are a hybrid design of rubber soles and toe with a neoprene body and upper, creating a flexible, yet durable boot that is warm and comfortable. The 905 uses seams that are ultrasonically welded, not sewn. This patented seaming system guarantees a gas and watertight suit. Made from Parmasoft™ trilaminate, a three-layer material consisting of a six-ply butyl rubber core between two-ply layers of durable polyester, the 905 is inherently waterproof.

Dive Rite
Dive Rite was established in 1984 by Lamar Hires and Mark Leonard; two underwater cave explorers and cave diving instructors from North Florida. In the 1970's and early 80's, technical diving gear was virtually non-existent. Lamar and Mark changed that and began the first technical dive gear company in existence. In 1991, Dive Rite became the first manufacturer to launch a Nitrox-compatible computer called the "Bridge." Dive Rite has a proud history of supporting dive exploration, conservation and education.

High Tide Pro System
The High Tide Pro System is High Tide's signature model.  This is a 5.0 mm thick compressed neoprene suit rated for diving to 230 feet.  It features an armored Triplemesh exterior, rubberized Kevlar knee pads and Rocklug boots. Each drysuit and accompanying fleece jumpsuit are custom made for the owner.  The system arrives in a top quality wet/dry transport bag, complete with suit hanger, inflation hose, layering vest, fleece hat and accessories.

High Tide
High Tide Dry Suits have been manufactured in Port Orchard, Washington since 1999.  A custom fit is included in the price of each suit, ensuring excellent comfort and performance characteristics.  Suits come with a 1,000 dive seam warranty.  The US Navy, Bureau of Reclamation dive teams, Departments of Fish & Game, public aquariums, commercial dive companies, and many, many scuba instructors and divemasters use these suits - as well as hundreds of happy sport divers.

SOS Systems ULPro (Ultra Light Pro) Drysuit
The UL Pro Diving Drysuit is a front loading zippered drysuit. The suit features a horizontal front entry, Cordura Zipper Cover, and suspenders. CorduraTM Butt/Extended Wraparound Knee Pads for protection, strength and improved slip control are included. The crotch/built in underarm gussets are designed for comfort and the Longlife LatexTM commercial grade rubber neck/wrist seals and DV-Boots ensure warmth. Seals and DV-Boots are easily replaced.

OS System
OS Systems Inc. is a leading manufacturer of light weight, high performance fabric drysuits. Each drysuit is individually hand crafted in the USA. Since 1983, OS Systems has designed and manufactured over 90,000 drysuits, along with Thermal Wear and related drysuit accessories, for sport, military and commercial diving. Every drysuit is individually tested under water and under pressure to guarantee dry dives.