> I probably would if I had the suit and the training :-)  All NEDfest 99
> attendees, or at least most of them, can testify as to what happens to
> me after an hour or so in 80F water, even with a 3mm 2-piece suit.  I
> have a 7mm, but it is bulkier to pack and leaves me with about 24 pounds
> on the weight belt.
>
 I am just happy to see you back online and recovering. I am sure that when
the time comes, someone among us can teach you to use a dry suit. Though it
may not reduce the weight belt all that much.

CH