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[[Image:Diving suit neoprene.jpg|thumb|right|Drysuit for diving]] | [[Image:Diving suit neoprene.jpg|thumb|right|Drysuit for diving]] | ||
| − | A '''drysuit''' is a full-body waterproof suit, usually designed for diving. This is in contrast to a [[wetsuit]] that allows water to seep between the suit and the wearer's skin. Drysuits are usually much more expensive than wetsuits. | + | A '''drysuit''' is a full-body waterproof suit, usually designed for diving, and usually of [[rubber]] or [[neoprene]]. This is in contrast to a [[wetsuit]] that allows water to seep between the suit and the wearer's skin. Drysuits are usually much more expensive than wetsuits. |
A drysuit is better than a wetsuit when diving in cold waters for two reasons besides the cold water not entering it: | A drysuit is better than a wetsuit when diving in cold waters for two reasons besides the cold water not entering it: | ||
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== Fetish usage == | == Fetish usage == | ||
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As such suits are often made of [[rubber]]-backed materials, some rubber enthusiasts enjoy dressing in drysuits for pleasure or in sexual settings. The ability to [[Inflatable|inflate]] the drysuit with air brings joy to others. | As such suits are often made of [[rubber]]-backed materials, some rubber enthusiasts enjoy dressing in drysuits for pleasure or in sexual settings. The ability to [[Inflatable|inflate]] the drysuit with air brings joy to others. | ||
Latest revision as of 18:59, 21 March 2010
A drysuit is a full-body waterproof suit, usually designed for diving, and usually of rubber or neoprene. This is in contrast to a wetsuit that allows water to seep between the suit and the wearer's skin. Drysuits are usually much more expensive than wetsuits.
A drysuit is better than a wetsuit when diving in cold waters for two reasons besides the cold water not entering it:
- A drysuit allows the wearing of wool and other warm underwear
- Air trapped inside the suit is a good insulator
Drysuits feature seals around the neck or face and around the ankles and wrists, if not fitted with integrated socks or gloves. Some drysuits feature an open face hood while others end at the neck seal. Waterproof zippers are the most common type of fastening.
Movement in a drysuit is more cumbersome than in a wetsuit. Also, a diver in a drysuit must be educated to know how to manage the air quantities inside the suit - if all that air were to find its way to one leg, the lift concentrated in one position could cause difficulty in movement and managing the body position.
An immersion suit or survival suit is a drysuit for people who may be plunged unexpectedly into the sea, for example helicopter passengers. It is not worn all the time, as it would be too hot or cumbersome. It is therefore quite loose so that it may be put on quickly over other clothing. It is very buoyant to help the wearer float.
[edit] Fetish usage
As such suits are often made of rubber-backed materials, some rubber enthusiasts enjoy dressing in drysuits for pleasure or in sexual settings. The ability to inflate the drysuit with air brings joy to others.
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[edit] See also
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| Body region | Fetish wear | Bondage wear | Vanilla |
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| Headwear | Hood Collar |
Bondage hood Posture collar Neck corset Mouth corset |
Veil |
| Torso | Corset Leotard |
Bondage corset Straitjacket | |
| Lower body | Suspender belt | Hobble skirt Inflatable leggings |
Hosiery |
| Hands | Armbinder/Monoglove Bondage mittens |
Gloves | |
| Footwear | Latex boots | Ballet boots | Boots Stockings |
| Full body | Catsuit/Zentai | Body bag Inflatable catsuit Punishment suit |
Unitard |
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