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These guidelines assume an average build individual in salt water. Decrease the
weight somewhat for lean individuals, and increase it for heavier individuals.
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Swimsuit/diveskin
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.5-2 kg / 1-4 lbs
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3mm one piece wet suit, jumpsuit,
shorty
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5% of your body weight
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5mm two piece wet suit
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10% of your body weight
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7mm wet suit w/hood & gloves
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10% of your body weight, plus 1.5-3kg / 3-5lbs
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Neoprene dry suit
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10% of your body weight, plus 3-5kg / 7-10lbs
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Shell dry suit, light undergarment
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10% or your body weight, plus 1.5-3kg / 3-5lbs
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Shell dry suit, heavy undergarment
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10% of your body weight, plus 3-7kg / 7-14lbs
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