Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I have a 10 year old Ski Warm Sahara drysuit that is nearing the end of it's life. Looking for a new suit, any recommendations on what is available now? The Sahara is not made anymore. I would buy another if they were still manufactured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I like my oneill boost. Low profile for a baggy suit and dry. Like the fit of the hybrids (neo bottom baggy top) but seems I don't get much life before they are semi-dry followed by wet. Others love 'em, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 23, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted September 23, 2013 I have the Bare UltraDry. It's a baggy, not a hybrid, but I like the freedom of movement and warmth I get from layering loose sweats, etc. in it. I've had it about 4-5 years now. Still working great. I actually ski better wearing it than I do in shorts in mid summer - which is still not warm enough in Michigan for me. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 23, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 @6balls and @MISkier, Thanks guys! My current one should get me through fall, but not sure if it will work in the spring.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 23, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I need freedom of movement especially when I trick ski.. I will check them out.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member Than_Bogan Posted September 23, 2013 Supporting Member Share Posted September 23, 2013 Firstly, I LOVED the Sahara. Ran two -38s in it over the years, which at the time was 40% of all 'em. I now have the Oneill Hybrid and it's even more comfortable -- really no transition at all to switch to/from bathing suit/drysuit. However, it's not NEARLY as warm as the Sahara. Some serious layering under it is needed to get a similar effect to the Sahara. Underarmor Coldgear helps, and a sweatshirt on top of that when it's really cold. And I'm pretty worried that @6balls is right: My suit is not even one season old and I feel I am getting more water than expected coming in the sleeves. The neck is VERY hard to get on. I have to wet it and my hair, and preferably a little moose juice or else it grabs my hair and doesn't let go. One reason may be that I was swimming in a Large at 6'2" 170lbs, so I went with the Medium. Far better fit everywhere else, but getting my head in is crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted September 23, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted September 23, 2013 http://www.jobestoreusa.com/product_p/300812006.htm same as the Oneill Assult for cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 23, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 Thanks Nathaniel! Has anyone tried the Eagle Sports, or Barefoot International drysuits? The Bare sounds like it is the best one, but also the most expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 23, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted September 23, 2013 I bought my Bare drysuit from Shuswap Board and Ski (http://www.shuswapsnb.com/). At the time, I paid a bit under $400 USD and that was the best price around the internet then. That was a while ago and I haven't kept on top of the exchange rate. I can't remember if their website was pricing in USD or not - it may be that it was even with Canadian dollars. Looks like $449 now for adult sizes. I'd say write them an email or call them to firm up the pricing. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 23, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted September 23, 2013 Here is another link: http://estores.wws5.com/shuswap/part/8405~~Bare-Ultra-Dry-Drysuit The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LZywicki1 Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I just replaced by 10 year old Bare with a new Eagle. Haven't had a chance to use it yet but the fit and ease of getting in and out it is better then the Bare. Larry -----<| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller RLW Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 Love my Bare baggy suit. Actually skied a PB in it yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jayski Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 OS Systems, they make the best baggy suits, everything from dive suits to the basic, think they do a good business with the US military too...quality, super durable and great to deal with... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I've got a barefoot international that seems fine. Last year I bought a Neil Pride front entry 5/4/3 Wetsuit it works really well, not sure I'll every use the drysuit again, I think its made for kit surfing. I was swimming in it last winter getting some fallen trees out of the lake and was actually hot. They make some with the skin on them like Camaro Horton was using, mine doesn't have that but as warm as mine is I think with the skin you could ski in about any weather you wanted to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ski6jones Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 First season in the Stay Dry. Priced reasonable and worked well. Can't comment on the longevity yet. https://www.wileyski.com/shopcategory.asp?catID=84 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 23, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I think Adrenaline Water Sports reseals drysuits, the baggy type.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller robscholl-OF Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I got the Eagle baggy. Really light so you feel very free when skiing. Canl layer underneath depending how cold it is. Has cool front zip so easy in and can zip and unzip myself. Added bonus is it is very hard to forget to zip your suit before you jump in with zipper accross your chest instead of back. OF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Brewski Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 Barefoot International Dry suits are no longer available. It is/was an OS suit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted September 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 23, 2013 I have a B'foot int suit as well. Dry as a bone but super tight seals making in/out a pain and threatening to pop my head off like a cork via neck seal. A ski buddy has the Eagle front zip and likes it. It's a bit more material than my Boost, but he too is bone dry in that thing and seems to ski well in it. It would be on a short list for me, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rez Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 I have a eagle baggy dry suit, new this year, ran my pb first set in it! Dry as a bone also, got it for $449, front zipper works well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 Bought an Eagle in 2010. 2 of the 5 seals didn't last two seasons. Eagle fixed those for $80. Now another seal is leaking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller robscholl-OF Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 I am going on my third year with my Eagle and no seal issues. I also wear spray legs on both lower legs which we have found greatly extends leg seal life. No ski spray abuse = long seal life. OF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Garn Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 I don't think you can beat Adrenaline drysuits for value and quality. http://adrenalinewatersports.com/proddetl.aspx?ID=297&CatID=8&SubID=17&pg=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jipster43 Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 I have a Barefoot International drysuit that is incredible. At 5'5" and a buck-thirty I should be in a small, but I got the medium which I think makes the seals fit perfectly. Easy in and easy out yet completely water tight. I got a little impatient pulling the right leg off and a good sized piece of the ankle seal ripped off - about the size of a fifty cent piece, but the suit is still completely water tight! http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu45/jipster43/8aeb8634-fe24-4b60-9fc4-f5a51daffb29_zps3a2620cd.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 @robscholl-OF Unfortunately, it wasn't the leg seals that have had issues. But the neck and arm seals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller robscholl-OF Posted September 24, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 24, 2013 Going on third year and am NW skier so in it 5 months a year...OF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GAJ0004 Posted September 25, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted September 25, 2013 I put on the drysuit when the water drops below 70 and leave it on until the water hits 70 in the spring. It saves me from having sore muscles by keeping warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted September 25, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2013 What happened to Barefoot Internationals? http://www.thefootersedge.com/ still shows them and barts does too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted September 25, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2013 What happened to Barefoot Internationals? http://www.thefootersedge.com/ still shows them and barts does too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller escmanaze Posted September 27, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2013 @onamission you say you are replacing your 10 year old bare. The website says it has a lifetime warranty. Why are you replacing it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LZywicki1 Posted September 27, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2013 @escmanaze, its time for all 5 new seals on a 10 year old suit, maybe 10+ years and there is a lot of normal wear on the material. $200 for all new seals on an old suit or add another $200 and get a new suit. New suit for me. Larry -----<| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller escmanaze Posted September 27, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2013 Oh, ok. so the lifetime warranty doesn't cover doing the new seals from normal wear and tear. I suppose that makes sense. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wawaskr Posted September 27, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2013 I second the Bare Ultra Dry. Best baggy out there in my opinion. Material is much better than nylon w/ polyurethane sprayed on the inside. My latest Bare is going on 7th year. Also features plastic T-Zip zipper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted September 27, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted September 27, 2013 @wawaskr, with that T-Zip plastic zipper, I can actually zip and unzip the suit (it's a back zip) myself. Yes, it requires a slight Houdini-like move to get it started. But, it moves easily after that. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller waterskigirl Posted September 27, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 27, 2013 Sold quite a few of these, no complaints from anyone, front zip is really cool, baggy but super lightweight fabric... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller igkya Posted September 29, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 29, 2013 Last bought a Bare baggy a few years ago because I also barefooted at the time. Anyone experience much more difficulty getting up (slalom) in a baggy compared to a hybrid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jipster43 Posted September 29, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 29, 2013 I find it slightly easier to get up in a baggy versus my shorts. It's definitely not tougher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller PSM Posted October 10, 2013 Baller Share Posted October 10, 2013 I have a barely used O'Neill Boost drysuit for sale here (see below). Size large, looks and works like new. $325 or best offer, and I'll pay shipping. Thanks: http://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?topic=Search&category=Dry_Suit&postid=25571 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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