Wetsuit recommendations for MN and GBR scuba diving

[jasondbaker]

Hi, welcome to mnscuba!  You will find significant temperature differences between the temperate waters in the GBR and our regional lakes. A wetsuit that is suitable for the GBR may only be suitable for very shallow lake dives during our warmest months.  

I would recommend two wetsuits: a 3-5mm for warmer tropical dives and a 7mm for our regional waters.  This recommendation is very general however.  Your body type and sensitivity to cold water may change this recommendation.  For example, I know slim or petite divers that get cold easily and dive with a 7mm in the tropics.  I recommend getting a full wetsuit versus a shorty.  

My recommendation is to rent a suit for your GBR trip.  That way you will find out what kind of suit works best for you.  Have fun on your trip!