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Comment on PRIZE FIGHT – WHITES FUSION DRYSUIT vs. the DUI CF200 DRYSUIT by What was it like buying your first dry suit?

What was it like buying your first dry suit? — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:43:28 +0000

[...] also bought a Whites Fusion Tech. My decision was much influenced by this article. I bought it online. A good thing was to start looking for packages. At that time Scuba Toys and [...]

Comment on Scubapro Nova Flashlight – strike two by Denny

Denny — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:32:48 +0000

Replacement programs? Sounds good, its time to trade in some old technology and make way to more conservative products like LED Lighting. Imagine everyone in the world only using led at home, office, etc. I think the environmental issues would be solved!

Comment on WAIT, Don’t Buy a New Dive Computer – The Next Great Thing in SCUBA is Coming by Cristina

Cristina — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 02:14:57 +0000

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Comment on APS Mantaray Fins – a compact with power and power steering by Scuba Gadget - The Headline News of Scuba » APS Mantaray Fins price drop

Scuba Gadget - The Headline News of Scuba » APS Mantaray Fins price drop — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:29:19 +0000

[...] use and like these fins. They are small, light and still powerful. You can see our full review at http://blog.wetcatscuba.com/?p=106 June 8th, 2009 | Tags: APS Mantaray Fins, scuba fins | Category: Equipment, review, scuba gear | [...]

Comment on Chili peppers in your dry suit??? by Scuba Gadget - The Headline News of Scuba » Warming up to the Fourth Element Arctic Undergarment

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 18:18:16 +0000

[...] dive I (Chaela) did not add any other layers. John was a bit less trusting and added our usual Hot Chilly’s La Montana base [...]

Comment on Booking the Best Diving at any Temperature – Browning Pass’ Quirky Dive Vendors by Scuba Gadget - The Headline News of Scuba » UPDATE: Diving Browing Pass from God’s Pocket - (NW Dive Expo)

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:06:07 +0000

[...] cabins and heated floors. For more details on the upgrades take another look at the article “Booking the Best Diving at any Temperature – Browning Pass’ Quirky Dive Vendors“ and see the UPDATED section on God’s Pocket. If you been diving with any of the [...]

Comment on Love's Labor Should Not Be Lost – SCUBA Business Success – Part 1 by chris lane

chris lane — Thu, 07 May 2009 10:06:25 +0000

Wow ! I really enjoyed the article, it made me chuckle but also gave me food for thought. The analogy of the shoe salesmen approach was excellent, highly relevant piece of commentary that gives a true reflection of many of us “poor” retailers/schools in the industry. I am really looking forward to the article on highlighting anti-trust/competition issues in the industry. Tell us more !
Still living the dream…. Chris Lane, Aquatechnique Scuba Leicester UK

Comment on Booking the Best Diving at any Temperature – Browning Pass’ Quirky Dive Vendors by Paul Kennell

Paul Kennell — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 20:37:32 +0000

This was a great article (very informative) about the choices for awesome diving in Port Hardy.

Comment on PRIZE FIGHT – WHITES FUSION DRYSUIT vs. the DUI CF200 DRYSUIT by Deann Shepherd

Deann Shepherd — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 17:14:01 +0000

As an instructor and dive store manager, I researched the options for purchasing my next dry suit after 9 years of teaching with a Whites shell style suit. After long consideration and trials of DUI suits, I decided to give the Fusion with tech skin and pockets a try. Every time I wear it, I love it more! The main deciding factor was flexibility; I had a hard time doing valve turn-off drills in double steel tanks during my tech classes. With the Fusion, that was no longer a problem and I even wore it during my cavern and cave training last year. I absolutely love the rock boots over the DUI, no comparison. I actually wear my Fusion with Fourth Element undergarments and would recommend that line to anyone. It allows me to layer and mix and match their Xerotherm and Arctic styles. The combination of body-fitting undergarments along with the Fusion suit is, in my mind, the best way to go.

As a dive retailer, I see the comparison each time a customer tries on a DUI suit and then dons a Fusion. They can instantly feel the difference in flexibility and ease of donning. This factor, along with pricing, usually seals the deal and they end up purchasing the Fusion every time. Many of the tech divers here are skeptical about the durability, however, one of the reasons I decided to purchase my own Fusion was the fact I could easily replace the skin if anything were to happen. The skin adds a protective layer so I am not as worried about puncturing the shell itself directly. So far, I have worn this suit the past year with no signs of wear and tear.

Thank you for your unbiased article, I am eager to pass it on to the other staff members. Those of us who have tried the Fusion have worn it with minimal undergarments in warm waters and found your statement true, we would choose this option over a 3mm suit with layers of additional vests or shorties. We instruct in colder local lakes and because of the undergarment options, have never been cold in a Fusion suit. To anyone out there still skeptical about whether the Whites Fusion is really that different from other dry suits, you simply need to try it on and you’ll be a believer too.

Comment on Scuba Diving Magazine has new owners. by Joediveramerica

Joediveramerica — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 12:53:19 +0000

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