Home |
Search |
Today's Posts |
#5
|
|||
|
|||
I just wear swim trunks when I think of it; Underwear when I don't. The
only reason for anything really is modesty. I use cotton a fair bit and it does not matter. The reason cotton gets a bad rap is because as an outer, or vented inner coating when it gets wet it holds the water and allows it to evatorate. Evaporation is the principle used to keep your air conditioner and fridge cold. That eveporation and close contact with the skin will kill you in a cold climate. Under a wet suit there is no where for the cotton to release its water so the evaporation ( drying ) does not happen , that means you are fine. In warm climates Killer Cotton is the best thing in the world. Here in eastern Canada, in the Labrador current it is not something I would wear on the ocean ( ever ) . In Nova Sotias Bras' Dor Lakes I likely would seek out a cotton T shirt. I, by the way; normally wear a dry suit. The important thing is to be comfortable and safe. If you are getting a wet suit and asking these questions you will likely be fine. I would try to take a course or join a club in your area.The information is good and often free. All the best Alex McGruer |