[Paddlewise] Weatherproof Jacket

I looked at the Campmor jacket and believe it is too good to be true.  That 
is, it is coated vice a layer like Gore-Tex.  The problem with a coating is it 
will eventually come off.  At the listed price though, it might be worth it, 
especially if it won't be your normal rain jacket, just one you save for trips. 
 I especially like pit zips as they are great heat regulators.

<<I just picked up a breathable waterproof jacket from Campmor for 
$49US. Called the Red Ledge Thunderlight>>

In my first paddling season I used my hiking gore-tex jacket as a paddle 
jacket.  It was a mistake.  On any roll or rescue, the arms filled with water and 
made things much more difficult than necessary.  They also poured that scooped 
up water down my back if I did a high stroke.  Get a "real" paddling jacket 
with neoprene wrists and neck or a dry top with latex.

On the issue of where to store it in your boat,  in my Pintail I carry extra 
gear in the cockpit either behind or beside the seat.  I can put a small 
drybag with a jacket and lunch in front of the foot pegs, attached to a line so I 
can haul it down from the seat.  Just make sure the line can't snag you while 
exiting or entering in an emergency.  I have a day hatch in the KajakSport and 
love it. 
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