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When I first saw guys kite boarding a few years ago I said "shit, I'm too
old to even KNOW someone who does that!" Well, now I do. Dale, you are my
new hero!
Smokey
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dale Ensing" <densing@carolina.rr.com>
Sent: Friday, December 18, 2009 1:53 PM
Subject: Re: RVSouthEast-List: wet suit
> <densing@carolina.rr.com>
>
> Thanks for the responses on my wet suit questions. I surmised that you'll
> would be a good resource. Gives me a much better idea where to start.
>
> Paul said;
> "Though I hate to put a damper on things, I should point out that this is
> Winter. Might snow skiiing might be better activity? There are a number
> of fly-in resorts in W.Va. A trip might be in order? Obviously, we need
> VFR conditions."
>
> I got into the sport last summer when I purchased the kite, board and
> harness. Now, my wife wants to buy me a wet suit for Christmas to extend
> the kite boarding season in spring and fall.
> But, we also snow ski. I am all for an RV excursion to a ski area.
> What/where are the better fly-in resorts in WV that have skiing?
> Wish the Greenbriar Valley Airport in Lewisburg WV was closer to Snow
> Shoe.
> Dale
>
>
>
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Dale,
I have 3 suits hanging in my garage I use for riding a stand-up jet ski
on Lake Norman. First is a lightweight shorty good for the first of the
cool season with water temps dropping into the low 70's. Next is a full
one piece suit made of a very flexible material with taped and sealed
seams. It lets me ride with water temps down into the mid 50's. For
colder than that, I use a dry suit. What you'll need will depend on the
water temps you're most likely to encounter. Wet suits come in many
different thicknesses and quality of materials. For scuba diving I wore
the thicker materials to keep warm because they were cheaper and I
didn't need a lot of movement. For action sports, a thinner material
with waterproof seams made of one of the ultra flexible materials will
keep you just as warm if not warmer without wearing you out trying to
move. They are more expensive, but well worth the extra money.
Proper fit is also very important. I tried on several before finding
one that fit me well. With the proper fit and the taped (waterproof)
seams, water stays completely out of my suit unless I'm sitting in the
water. For quick excursions in and out the water doing tricks, I stay
very dry and warm. Bottom line; determine the most likely water temps
you will encounter and purchase the thinnest, most flexible suit your
budget will allow covering that temperature range. Since you mentioned
Lake Michigan, a flexable full one piece with sealed seams is likely the
best place to start.
Mike Ryan
Time: 05:44:27 AM PST US
From: "Dale Ensing" <densing@carolina.rr.com>
Subject: RVSouthEast-List: wet suit
Not exactly aviation related but....there must be somebody on this list
who
has experience and is knowledgeable.......will appreciate any input.
I need help selecting/purchasing a wet suit for kite boarding. This
would b
e for cool weather days on the sea coast and cold water lakes (like Lake
Mi
chigan)
Are there different fabrics/materials used to make wet suits?...if so
what
should I be considering? What weight material would I need/want?
Should I purchase a one piece suit or top and bottom?
Any other considerations I should be thinking about?
My plan is to fly my RV-6A to the hot spots for kite boarding...day
trips a
nd maybe some overnights. Anybody else have an interest?
Dale Ensing
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