I also live in N.C. on the Outer Banks. I sail year around with a Gore-tex drysuit. They are pricey but if you buy one that's not gore tex, as I did, and then try one that is you'll kick yourself for not spending the extra dough. I've got 5 seasons including 4 Worrell 1000s on my Kokotat and have only had to replace the seals once.
The goretex keeps the sweat from building up inside the suit, but you should still where poly-pro long underwear (for wicking) and if it's real cold fleece under the suit. after you get used to the suit it's actually way more comfy than a wetsuit.
Hope this helps,
Todd A. Hart
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Isak Dinesen
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