​Brand Deep Dive: DUI

​Brand Deep Dive: DUI

Posted by William Taylor on on 13th Dec 2022

Diving Unlimited International (DUI) is a well known gear manufacturer primarily known for their high-end dry suits for both recreational and technical use. The company has been in the scuba industry since the 1960s and is the perfect option for custom fitted made-to-measure dry suits. The process of custom ordering a dry suit from DUI can be a confusing task for someone that is new to this and so it is recommended to find a local DUI dealer to help measure and customize your next dry suit.

The first step is to decide on the style of the dry suit. You can choose between the TLS350 which is their basic design, the FLX Extreme series, and the CLX450. Once you figure out which dry suit style fits your needs, you will need to measure your body. This is where going to a local dive shop really makes it easier for the buyer as they'll know how to properly measure your head to toe. 

The next option you will decide is the insulation you'll be using under the dry suit. Depending on the thickness of insulation the entire sizing changes in order to give you the perfect fitting dry suit. The customization also includes your choice of boots which include RockBoots, TurboBoots, UltraFlex Boots and a TurboTec Upgrade. 

Even the design / stripes are all able to be customized and altered in DUI’s multitude of options. You can find their entire color palette here. With the addition to tons of add-ons and accessories the options are endless and is the main reason why DUI stands at the top of the custom dry suit scene.

DUI is also the parent company of OMS, another high end brand that focuses on backplate systems as well as other high end products. OMS harnesses have by far the best comfort pads in the industry and are the only pads with built in weight pockets that are in between the wing and plate. Even if you dive with a different harness system, the OMS comfort straps are highly recommended for any setup.

One of their most underrated products is their Tattoo Mask. It can be difficult finding a high quality endgame mask without spending $150 except OMS uses similar higher end silicone blends to provide a smooth feel while keeping a tight seal on your face. It’s also nice that they also make them in two different nose sizes to diversify its target audience. It really is a mask you have to feel and compare in person to understand why it comes so highly recommended.

DUI has created an advanced technical oriented scuba empire, survived through the test of time and will continue to dominate the market with their customizable dry suits and OMS’s top of the line harness systems.

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