> I could easily see the poncho invert over my head, and since > it would be coming from all sides it could be a while before I found my way > out of the entanglement. And being water proof, it is also breath proof. > > I would only use something that was form fitting that you know would stay > out of your face while swimming. To me that means either a real heavy > material that you'll be able to feel your way out of, and I don't really > like that idea either, or a form fitting paddling top that you can swim in. Regular rain jacket - one of those $30-35 with sleeves, PVC-coated nylon) with zipper and buttons fits this criteria too. It won't invert over your head, and if it has buttons, you can keep the lower part open, with flaps around your waist. Those flaps (usually with pockets) interfere with paddling strokes, but not much. Most of them have relaxed fit, and some you might need to buy one size larger to make it fit over the PFD. Non-breathable, but so is silnylon. Consider it a low-cost alternative to non-breathable paddle jacket. Works well for occasional unpredictable rain in low-intensity paddling or in moderate temps. *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************Received on Sat Jun 09 2007 - 12:21:58 PDT
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