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The most sophisticated, high-performance suit Henderson makes, the Insta Dry has outstanding thermal qualities. Its top-of-the-line neoprene doesn't suffer from compression at depth, yet does slowly conform to the unique shape of the diver's body so that after several dives it begins to fit more like a custom suit. This full jumpsuit also boasts an anti-microbial interior that promotes suit-to-skin contact for a full-body seal, yet won't hold the little nasties that cause funky wetsuit smells. Neo Skin seals at the cuffs and an adjustable collar also protect against water exchange. After the dive, this suit sheds water quickly and is dry, ready for the next adventure in minutes.
Introducing Henderson's Insta Dry Technology
Outer Skin:
Hydrophobic "High Carbon" Micro Mesh neoprene provides durability, and a non-pillng and non absorbent exterior that sheds water fast and dries in minutes.
Fiber Core
A four way stretch synthetic fabric core which provides strength and internal support for all stitching while safe quarding against hyper extension of the exothermic exterior.
Inner Skin
Henderson's BLACK GOLD TECHNOLOGY provides a fast drying, anti microbial, slip skin interior that slides on easily, seals out cold water while locking in core body warmth.
Seam Cunstruction
All seams are glued, high temperature glue which will not reactivate in extreme temperature environments. seams are constructed using a blind stitch which helps prevent water entry into the suit through the seam areas. A special bonded thread helps prevent pilling and seam snags.
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from Australia, Melbourne on 1/14/2009
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
As I needed it quickly and my size was not available I went for the larger one. I expected I would have to alter it and was ready to pay extra for that. Length is good (even though it should be really long), chest size was much bigger than expected. If there is a chance, I'd say try it first.
Otherwise, great wetsuit. Dived in 15 C water and it was not cold as I expected. The best is once out it is almost dry and you can heat up quickly. It looks really cool, and storage pod and towel are great.
Note: use a lubricant to put it on and you will have no issues!
Great and fast delivery!
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from Sydney, Australia on 10/14/2008
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
I dive a lot and fast drying suit is very important because I hate stay in a wet suit in between dives and hate putting on a wet wetsuit for the second dive of the day.
I absolutely love my Henderson 7 mm BUT should have ordered next size up - my size 10 suit feels too short and cuffs are too tight on my slender wrists. It comes with a special towel to wipe the suit after a dive - if you wipe it then it is dry almost immediately. After getting out of water suit dries on inside in a few minutes. Then I turn it inside out and wipe, then wipe remainiung droplets on the inside and it is dry and ready for the next dive. Besides the size issue I did not have problems with donning and doffing it. I expected a struggle but it was easier than I had imagined. Great product.
The service is great as always.
from San Fernando Valley on 9/5/2008
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
I wore it for 2 days to complete my AOW course here in California. There was no way it would go on without a skin, despite claims that if it's dry and I'm dry it should slip on. Very snug and I had a little trouble closing the ankle zippers with 6mm boots on. However, very warm. I did feel a thermocline, but the chill quickly passed.
from Brooklyn, NY on 8/7/2008
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
I love this suit. Having dived with the 3mm InstaDry, I knew what to expect: either wear it with a skin or dunk the suit in water before donning, and you're good to go. The ankle zippers help a helluva lot. Also, the first few times you wear, it will be a bit uncomfy as the suit moulds to fit your shape, but once it does...it's fabulous and will fit you like a second skin. Keeps you toasty warm, too. I also own the (old-style) Mares semi-dry suit, and in terms of warmth and donning ease, the 7mm InstaDry more than holds its own against the semi-dry.
Not sure I'd pay full market price for this suit, but if you can get it on sale at a vastly reduced price like I did, go for it. You won't be sorry.
from Los Angeles, CA on 8/1/2008
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
Haven't used it because I can't breathe in it and I can't move in it - need to order the next size up. The cuffs are very small, but I have uncommonly very small wrists so I'm okay with them once I squeeze my hands through. Length felt a little short. But, it is a good looking suit and it is very smooth inside, so with the right fit I suspect it'll be very comfortable.
UPS didn't have the correct shipping data (never showed it as being shipped) but customer service at Leisure Pro resolved that and it came when it was supposed to (in 5 days). Customer service was very helpful - just wish they were open more convenient hours for those of us on the west coast.
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from Newcastle, CA on 5/31/2008
Comments about Henderson Henderson Insta Dry Women's 7mm Jumpsuit:
Bought this for my wife. Seems like a nice product but the cuffs were so tight that the 1st size she could not even get her hands through. On the 2nd suit the cuffs stopped the blood supply to her hands. Tried 2 sizes but neither worked out. Had to return. Maybe if the cuffs had a zipper similar to the ankles it might have worked.
The service was excellent, fast turnaround sending the 2nd suit. Customer service were very polite and helpful.