The Way to Scuba Dive

Do most Scuba Divers pee in their wetsuits while diving?

During my open water course, our instructors all told us that they sometimes pee in their wetsuits while diving.

The saying goes, “There are those that pee in their wetsuits, and those that lie about it.”

1. If you are healthy, your urine is sterile when it exits your body. While the urine smells, it technically isn’t bad for you to come in contact with it.

2. Regarding sharks, yes, they can detect the blood/urine/bodily fluid in the water. Just because they can detect it, doesn’t mean that it will trigger anything in them. Humans are not on a shark’s menu. Now if you are dumping tuna fluids or seal fluids, I’d be worried. The anology that I like is if you smell a skunk on the side of the road, does that trigger you to be hungry for a hamburger?

3. In cooler water, many believe that peeing in the wetsuit helps them stay warm. It is a fine balance if it helps or not. First, you are expelling mass from your body which no longer has to be warmed. This is a good thing. However, most people when they pee in their wetsuit will “flush” it underwater. With the new water coming into the suit, your body has to work hard warming that water.

4. Never pee in a rental suit. Would you want to use a wetsuit that someone else peed in? It is a courtesy thing.

5. It is important to stay well hydrated before and after your dives. Dehydration is a major contributing factor to decompression sickness. Ok, so here you are being well hydrated. I think it is related to the submersion reflex, but the moment you hit the water, you have to pee. Holding it can cause more problems then just going in the wetsuit.

Wetsuit Guide

Neil Pryde 3000 High Cut Round Toe 4mm Booties Wetsuit boots NEW $0.00

Rip Curl Wet Suit $0.00

4/3mm Xcel Infiniti OS-Zip Full Wetsuit-2XL $0.00

Deep See 5MM Plush Lined Wet Suit Boots – Excellent Condition – SIZE MENS 9 $0.00

Neil Pryde 5000 High Cut Split Toe 4mm Booties Wetsuit boots NEW $0.00

BRAND NEW Women’s Execute shorty wet suit w/tags medium $0.00

Billabong Black and Blue Surfers Wet Suit MArked 4 $0.00

Profile Design Men’s Metal Cell 2 Westuit Black XL $0.00

New England Patriots Zipper Bottle Suit $3.97 This zipper bottle holder is constructed from 3mm Neoprene “Wetsuit” rubber, and will hold a longneck bottle. It is designed to keep your favorite beverage COLD… and your hands WARM! Features a full glued-in bottom so your beverage won’t drip on you. The neoprene construction & zipper makes it easy to remove the bottle from the holder. It?s stretchable, washable and foldable….

Green Bay Packers Zipper Bottle Suit $4.80 This zipper bottle holder is constructed from 3mm Neoprene “Wetsuit” rubber, and will hold a longneck bottle. It is designed to keep your favorite beverage COLD… and your hands WARM! Features a full glued-in bottom so your beverage won’t drip on you. The neoprene construction & zipper makes it easy to remove the bottle from the holder. It?s stretchable, washable and foldable….

St Louis Cardinals Kaddy Can Holder $2.95 These foldable can holders are constructed from 3mm Neoprene “Wetsuit” rubber. They are designed to keep your favorite beverage COLD… and your hands WARM! The holder is collapsible & has sewn seams on two sides. The neoprene construction means it is easy to remove the bottle from the holder….

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Epic 2 4/3 Wetsuits $179.95 Epic 2 4/3 Wetsuits includes blackout zip.

Hammer 3/2 Wetsuits $124.95 The Hammer 3/2, full flatloc stitched.

Wetsuits Drying on Live-Aboard Dive Boat in Straits of Gubal, Egypt $24.99 Jean-Bernard Carillet Wetsuits Drying on “Live-Aboard” Dive Boat in Straits of Gubal, Egypt – Photographic Print

Oneill Wetsuits O’Neill Torque Neoprene Vest for Men – XL – Flotation $129.99 Performance neoprene vest built for comfortSegmented foam core – flexible flotationGlideskin panels Flexible, durable Fluid Foam neoprene shellStrategic armhole sizeIntegrated dual nylon straps with quick release safety bucklesBelts concealed in back for clean, snag-free lookHeavy-duty front zipper with safety tabIntegrated lumbar support pad – extra comfort and supportFind the combination of comfort and performance you want from a neoprene vest in the Torque Neoprene Vest from O&39;Neill. This vest utilizes O&39;Neill&39;s segmented foam core and strategic armhole sizing to deliver mobility and unrestricted movement out on the water. The Fluid Foam neoprene shell features overlocked stitching for super strong seams and durable flexibility that&39;s comfortable to wear. An integrated lumbar support pad provides an extra measure of comfort and support on demanding rides, while the vest&39;s front zipper with safety tab and dual belts with quick release buckles provide a trustworthy fit. Belts are concealed in the back for a cleaner, snag-free, look. Wind resistant Glideskin panels. USCG Approved/Type III. Color: Black/Blue/Yellow. Imported.Manufacturer model : 4010. Performance neoprene vest built for comfortSegmented foam core – flexible flotationGlideskin panels Flexible, durable Fluid Foam neoprene shellStrategic armhole sizeIntegrated dual nylon straps with quick release safety bucklesBelts concealed in back

2XU 2011 Women’s X:2 Project X Wetsuit – WW1825c (Black/Gold – L) $799 Promising to reset the global benchmark for triathlon wetsuits, this supreme piece is engineered to encourage a more efficient flex and body roll. The V:2?s X-Flex Front Panel incorporates seamless inserts with triple the buoyancy of regular neoprene to promote speed through the water like never before. Additional proprietary 2XU features include Transition Front Buoyancy Panel, Titanium Alpha Coating, X-Flex for improved hip rotation technique and CWEZ X catch panel for unprecedented surface area on the forearm.

2XU 2011 Women’s X:2 Project X Wetsuit – WW1825c (Black/Gold – M) $799 Promising to reset the global benchmark for triathlon wetsuits, this supreme piece is engineered to encourage a more efficient flex and body roll. The V:2?s X-Flex Front Panel incorporates seamless inserts with triple the buoyancy of regular neoprene to promote speed through the water like never before. Additional proprietary 2XU features include Transition Front Buoyancy Panel, Titanium Alpha Coating, X-Flex for improved hip rotation technique and CWEZ X catch panel for unprecedented surface area on the forearm.

2XU 2011 Women’s X:2 Project X Wetsuit – WW1825c (Black/Gold – S) $799 Promising to reset the global benchmark for triathlon wetsuits, this supreme piece is engineered to encourage a more efficient flex and body roll. The V:2?s X-Flex Front Panel incorporates seamless inserts with triple the buoyancy of regular neoprene to promote speed through the water like never before. Additional proprietary 2XU features include Transition Front Buoyancy Panel, Titanium Alpha Coating, X-Flex for improved hip rotation technique and CWEZ X catch panel for unprecedented surface area on the forearm.

2XU 2011 Women’s X:2 Project X Wetsuit – WW1825c (Black/Gold – SM) $799 Promising to reset the global benchmark for triathlon wetsuits, this supreme piece is engineered to encourage a more efficient flex and body roll. The V:2?s X-Flex Front Panel incorporates seamless inserts with triple the buoyancy of regular neoprene to promote speed through the water like never before. Additional proprietary 2XU features include Transition Front Buoyancy Panel, Titanium Alpha Coating, X-Flex for improved hip rotation technique and CWEZ X catch panel for unprecedented surface area on the forearm.