Jun 23, 2011 Posted by John McKenzie

VIDEO: A bit of history and background on the Whites Fusion Drysuits

Although we normally do not post PR or advertising videos, I found this video worth a look because it includes some interesting history and back-story on the Whites Fusion Drysuits. It also illustrates why we feel we can comfortably dive the Fusion from tropical to polar waters.... read more

May 6, 2011 Posted by John McKenzie

Whites offers $150 savings on new Replaceable Seal System (SLT)

Whites has added another convenient feature to their innovative Fusion drysuit. The new Seal-Lock Technology (SLT), is a modular seal replacement system that incorporates a neck ring retainer and compression fit wrist seals. The SLT system provides users with two more levels of comfort for diving. First, you never has to worry about missing a dive due to a torn seal, as SLT seals can be changed in the... read more

Sep 30, 2010 Posted by John McKenzie

The bed-fellows are swapping: Whites – Apex – Si Tech – Scuba Pro – WaterProof

On our recent tour of the Whites/Aqualung factory in BC, we noticed that they are no longer installing Si Tech valves on the new drysuits. Instead they are using valves from Apexs which is also owned by the Whites’ parent Aqua Lung. In related news, we are hearing hints that ScubaPro is coming out with a “new kind of drysuit.” Could have a lot to do with the fact that they recently lost the deal to... read more

Apr 12, 2010 Posted by John McKenzie

LIVE TEST: Silicon Drysuit Seals are a reality

Some new dive products are just cool, some are just very practical, but for drysuit divers, the Integrated Silicone Seal System (I.S.S.S) | by WaterProof and Si Tech is a true revolution. For those who have silicon seals, it will change your experience of diving dry. We have shown the seals to dozens of other divers donning their suits and you can see their minds churning about when they can get some.... read more

May 27, 2009 Posted by John McKenzie

Star Fleet approves Whites Fusion Dry Suit for Enterprise divers

The most common line heard used to describe of the form fitting Whites Fusion drysuit is that it looks somewhat like a Star Trek uniform. Now it is official!  The new “Roddenberry Dive Team,” founded by Rod Roddenberry, son of Gene Roddenberry and the creator of Star Trek has the adopted the enhanced Whites Fusion drysuits for the team. The official launch of the team will be in conjuction... read more