I'm am open canoest with an interest in expeditions. I chose the peak ps adventure drysuit because I can see the advantage of a hood when paddling in pouring rain across Scottish lochs. Although I haven't had the chance to try it in that environment yet I did take a swim whilst wearing it on the rapid at Symonds Yat last weekend. I emerged completely dry inside. It's very comfortable to wear for long periods. I like the adjustable neck gasket and the vertical comfort zip. I think that the hood is more substantial than the one on the Yak Strata which I also considered.