The most important difference between a suit that is wet and one that is dry is how much water can be allowed to pass through the suit. The choice between a wetsuit and a drysuit is ultimately up to you. Ask yourself questions such a how long you are planning to be in the pool, what temperature it is, and what type of body you have.
Dry suits made of Gore-Tex
The fabric is a key difference between GoreTex dry suits and wetsuits. Non-GoreTex dry suits are less breathable and offer less comfort. There are new dry suit fabrics, including waterproof and breathable fabrics. Kokatat designed a dry suit using a Gore-Tex fabric that is durable and yet breathable. Kokatat's suits were the first to be developed and introduced to the market.
Trilaminate dry suits
The basic difference between wet suits and trilaminate dry suits is the material used for the outer shell of each suit. Trilaminate suits can be waterproof, but they don't have insulation and are usually lightweight. They also require a better fitting and are less flexible that trilaminate ones. This article will cover the major differences between wet suits vs trilaminate suit and provide tips on which one to choose.
Hydrus 3L fabric dry suits
The Kokatat Hydrus 3L update to the T3 Swift Entry features a three-layer, water-resistant, breathable fabric. Its tough nylon outer layer and proprietary polyurethane micro-porous inner coating both move water vapor away from your body, while the soft knit polyester inner layer is comfortable against your skin. This drysuit comes with tough latex neck-, wrist-, and ankle gaskets to keep water from entering.
Hydrus 3L fabric suits for Kokatat or Stohlquist
You will love the Kokatat Hydrus 3L Meridian drysuit, if you are looking for warmth and comfort while swimming, then you'll be happy with this suit. This suit protects you from the cold with a drop seat, Hood, and Cordura (TM) panels. This suit features adjustable leggings and waterproof socks. You can also adjust the bungee waistcord for a more snug fit.
Suits by IR
If you are comparing the advantages of a wet suit and a drysuit, remember that they both have waterproof and watertight properties, which means they can keep you dry longer. Dry suits can keep you warm while also keeping water from transferring to your body. Dry suits are often equipped with purge valves. Dry suits are used by aircrews for example.