Steven Lindblom has written the aptly- (but drably-) titled Wetsuit and Drysuit Maintenance and Repair, the first book dedicated entirely to the repair and service of divesuits. Covering both field and shop repairs, the book is geared toward both the individual diver who wants to maintain his or her own suit, and the dive shop technician who wants to be able to offer professional divesuit servicing. In the book, Lindblom discusses topics like replacing seals; boots and zippers; patching and alterations; and valve servicing. He also covers popular modifications and accessories, including an overview of commercial P-valves and drygloves, and details on how to make low-cost DIY versions. The 186-page book might seem pricey at $40, but if it prolongs the life of your suit for a few years, consider it an investment.

If you're curious, you can check out a few brief excerpts from the book on neoprene cements, zippers, and the importance of practice.

[Via X-Ray Mag]