Wetsuits Vs. Drysuits – Figuring Out What Works For YOU As the saying goes, a bad day diving is still better than a good day working (though I dispute the notion of a bad day diving.) Having your own dive gear definitely goes a long way to ensure that every dive is a good dive. When you are in control of your gear, you know exactly how it has been maintained, which adds confidence to your dive, as the gear can be properly fit to your specifications as well as your skill level