Open Cell vs. Clossed cell suits.

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wingman001

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Hey guys any one have any experience with open cell vs. closed cell. Apart form the logical way the suit is put together, what are the differences. I know the one takes takes some soap water to get on but is it such a necessity to have an open cell suit.

I mean will the other okes look at you and say this guy does not have a clue what he is doing.
 
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Brecht

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Hey Wingman001,

The biggest difference is that you will stay warmer for longer in the open cell. Some might say that the life span of a open cell wetsuit is shorter than that of the closed cell but it all depends on how much you dive and at what depth, for the simple reason of compression on the suit but, both types get compress. Before I bought my open cell I had a look at what the other guys are using and asked around, I got the same answer go open cell...

Hope this helps...::balance:
 
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Corry

New member
Hi wingman,

If you diver regularly, Open cell is definitely the way to go. It will keep you warmer which will improve your efficiency.

If you dive once a year then the cost doesn't warrant an open cell.

Open cell suits don't last as long as the closed or double nylon suits but then again you're looking for the performance. It is a trade off, but one I (and many others) believe is more pro than con.

You have to look after them very well and you should get about 2 years if you're an average diver not pushing depths. Not a thing you can leave in the sun or not wash off after a dive etc etc.
 
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Eckart

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The first spearing suit I bought was a double nylon and I thought I was being clever... the thing is double nylon suits look fine after 2 years but they become rigid and extremely stiff which makes breathing very difficult and you also get colder quicker...
Since going to open cell, nothing else makes sense! WAY warmer, WAY more comfortable...
my new suits arrived this week, give me a shout regarding pricing
 
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Ledge

Senior Member
Hey Wingman,

Open cell has changed my diving experience... My boet as well! Getting into the suit can be a bit of a faff at first, but it soon becomes habit.

Also, like most things, Corry said it best: "You have to look after them very well and you should get about 2 years if you're an average diver not pushing depths. Not a thing you can leave in the sun or not wash off after a dive etc etc."

I'm sure you'll make the right decision when you get there... Give Eckart a call (if you haven't already). Great price for his new suits!

Cheers,
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fishlips

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Nothing as comfy as riding bare-back ;) My first suit was double nylon, second one an open cell...after 8 years of diving in open cell suits I have never looked back once!
 
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