Thanks to those who provided this new kayaker with information regarding clothing for cold water kayaking. My shorts and tee shirt have been retired for the season and I am trying alternatives from my limited wardrobe before making new purchases. Most respondents indicated neoprene wetsuits were the way to go. There are lots on the market and seem easy to find. However there are some other products around. The ones I am interested in some feedback on are Goretex type jackets with neoprene cuffs. These are designed to attach to the sprayskirt and form a complete seal. Has anyone tried these ? Will they substitute for a wetsuit ? Do they keep you dry during a wet exit ? grant Grant A. Thompson Summerland, BC *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/paddlewise/ ***************************************************************************
> -----Original Message----- > From: Grant A Thompson [mailto:gathompson_at_bc.sympatico.ca] <snip> > > However there are some other products around. The ones I am > interested in > some feedback on are Gore-Tex type jackets with neoprene > cuffs. These are > designed to attach to the sprayskirt and form a complete seal. > > Has anyone tried these ? > Will they substitute for a wetsuit ? > Do they keep you dry during a wet exit ? > > > grant > > Grant A. Thompson > Summerland, BC A Gore-Tex paddling jacket is absolutely great on those cool rainy days that we have here in the Northwest, but they're only good at keeping the water off of you while you're in the kayak. A wet-suit is (comparatively) uncomfortable to wear while you're paddling, but can be a life-saver when you're out of the kayak and in the water. When I first began paddling whitewater one of the things my instructor told me was to, "dress for the water, not the air temperature". My garment of choice for fall, winter and spring paddling here in SE Alaska is a Gore-Tex Drysuit. A bit pricey, but well worth every penny if it keeps you warm and dry enough to get back in the kayak or up on shore after an un-anticipated "swim". just my .02 Dave Seng Juneau, Alaska *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/paddlewise/ ***************************************************************************
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