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@EricMalves@squawk.social

2026-05-11 23:32 UTC

Things I learned while suiting for the first time: It’s way hotter inside than you would expect. I knew it would be warm, I even wore the body suit for an hour at home, but once you are actually up and moving, it gets very very hot. Bring extra clothing dedicated to suiting. I had two sets of heatgear for the suit, I would use one and wash it after, using the second set while it dried. 3 or 4 sets would have been waaaaaay better. Head cooling is essential. I added a small 5v fan at the last minute and am glad I did. The inconvenient wiring cause it to unplug a few times and it was an urgent matter to get it plugged back in. Side note: try to mount the power for your head cooling IN THE HEAD. I was successfully able to suit a few times solo, but even having a friend available with you makes it a lot less worrisome. Headless lounge is your best friend. Take advantage of them. Even if it’s just a short de head and stripping back the upper suit. I have ideas on how to cool the body better. Going to experiment on some ideas, will share any findings and failures!

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  • @EricMalves@squawk.social 2026-05-11 23:34

    My next suit project plans are for two things: Active cooling the body or having some sort of boost fan to provide immediate relief. A compact, air dryer for the suit. I have some ideas as my wings cannot be turned inside out, but the body totally can be.

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  • @eleos@fuzzytacular.net 2026-05-12 15:46

    @EricMalves@squawk.social this product is also quite nice: https://www.ezcooldown.com/products/complete-performers-vest I've been trying to figure out an active cooling system via air for a while now, but getting even cooling is difficult!

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