RE: [Paddlewise] drysuits

I too have been entertaining the thought of matching up a drytop with a
farmer john or neoprene pants.  But I would only use the combo to extend the
paddling season, and even then if the water is close to the 50's, I'd keep
it limited to flatwater and relatively close to shore.  That probably sounds
pretty dull to some of you, but hey I'm no Doug Loyd (yet - give me some
time I'm still young).  Besides, it SHOULD be snowing by then and be time to
switch over to the snow sports.

Paul really didn't say what kind of paddling he was intending on doing.  If
it's tame maybe he can get away with lessor protection that combo provides?
Of course I'm not familiar with Puget Sound - it could have horrendous
conditions year-round which require the full on gear.  If he wants to paddle
regularly in water colder than 50 degrees then yeah make the investment in a
dry suit.

-----Original Message-----
From: paragrant_at_webtv.net [mailto:paragrant_at_webtv.net]
Sent: Monday, January 10, 2000 10:41 PM
To: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net
Subject: [Paddlewise] drysuits


I am considering buying a drysuit top and neoprene/fleece pants as a
kayaking uniform for winter (or year  round) in the Puget  Sound.  My
objections to full drysuit are price and its too hard to get on and off.
Has anyone tried this combination and are you happy with it?  Also, does
a drysuit bib work with a nylon tunneled spray skirt?  Any preferences
in brands?              Thanks for any info.      Paul    

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