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I went through the same process a couple of years ago.

What I found was that you have to look for underwear that does not rely 
on loft for warmth.  When it compresses, as you've found, you lose all 
your thermal protection.
I have found a great combination of fleece and polypropylene underwear 
that I use to dive in the conditions you describe on a regular basis. 
 By using polypro based underwear, I have spent an hour or more in 5 deg 
water with a complete dry suit flood out and not gotten chilled.
Unfortunately since I live in the US, I can't help with specific brands, 
sources, etc.
Wendell

David wrote:

> While we are on the topic of drysuits I have a question:
>
> I have been improvising my undergarments by using thermals more 
> appropriate for camping than diving. I realise now that this is not 
> such a good idea. I suspect I may be carrying excessive weight since I 
> have to compensate for the lack of warmth from the garments by adding 
> more air. What sort of undergarment who be suitable for dives in 
> 10degC (around 50degF) water with exposure times of around one hour?
>
> (If there happen to be any Aussie divers that can comment about 
> products available here in Australia that would be helpful - I'm 
> basically talking about Melbourne dives in mid-winter)
>
> Thanks,    Dave
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