Hi Mary I live in Dayton Ohio and usually don't paddle past November. Some hardy souls like to go out in snow and ice but usually not in foldables. I am working in Ft Worth TX and have my Feathercraft K-1 down there. Usually can paddle year 'round. What kind (make) of foldable did you get? Remember that sharp ice could cut a kayak. It has damaged hardshells as well. Also, falling in to a tub filled with ice cubes is not really fun. About now, the water temp calls for at least Hydroskin protection which is the equivalent to 3 mm neoprene. Also, a PFD is mandatory. At the very least, don't go alone and in any strong wind. Save that for summer. PS. Even 50 degree water can be fatal. --Mel-- =^..^= Page: 888-704-4169 Apt: 817-215-1572 *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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