Re: south wind

From: Luigi Semenzato (luigi@paris.CS.Berkeley.EDU-DeleteThis)
Date: Mon Jan 24 1994 - 16:22:46 PST 

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Subject: Re: south wind 
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Date: Mon, 24 Jan 1994 16:22:46 -0800
From: Luigi Semenzato <luigi@paris.CS.Berkeley.EDU-DeleteThis>

> > As to wetsuit - I use a 5/4/3 steamer, plus boots and a hood,
> > and I don't go out in less than 50 F air temps.
>
> Oh, yah, the ocean temps on the coast are *cold*. A full winter wetsuit
> required. Hood & booties aren't a bad idea either. While sailing
> in those low temps, if you suddenly can't remember your home address
> and social security number, time to take a warm-up break! :^)

Is the water really much colder than in the summer? There should be
much less upwelling in the winter. Also, would a semi-dry 4-3
O'Neill Windskin be enough? (with booties and hood, of course).

Thanks ---Luigi

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