Cold Weather Paddling Apparel Layering Guide

ADVENTURE YOUR, Cold Weather Paddling Apparel Layering Guide DUTFIT ACK Mouse over and click on the the item(s) you are interested in for additional information at ACK.com ACK.COM 60 Degrees + 50-60 Degrees Below 49 Degree 60 degrees is still fairly warm, especially if sunny, but a few splashes of water on your skin can quickly bring you down to a chill. Use a light or medium weight wicking base layer such as the Immersion Research Thin Skin and the NRS Rodeo Pants to cover your legs. As an outer layer, you want to focus on something that is water or splash proof. Check out the Level Six Ryde Short Sleeve Splash Top and NRS Endurance pants. They are lightweight, roomy, breathable and will keep you dry. If temperatures are going to stay below 60 but still above 50, simply use a thicker or heavier weight base layer or use a separate fleece insulating layer that can be removed if it warms too much. Consider the Immersion Thickskin Union Suit as an alternative base layer. It provides all the warmth you need without constricting movement. If you plan to get wet, such as the case with white water paddling, you are better off wearing a wetsuit. They are fairly inexpensive, keep you warm and allow for the greatest flexibility. When the daytime high is below 50 you are probably better off wearing a dry suit. They can be rather expensive but keeping warm and knowing that you are protected in and out of the water will give you peace of mind. Dry suits such as the Immersion Research Double D Drysuit are typically one piece and consist of waterproof neck, ankle and wrist gaskets to prevent water from entering. Be careful not to over do the layering or you may actually overheat. a.) Immersion Thickskin Union Suit b.) Level Six Hot Fuzz Fleece Top c.) Stohlquist Splash- down ST Spray Top d.) Immersion Research Zephyr Paddle Pants a.) Immersion Research Thin Skin Short Sleeve b.) NRS Rodeo Pants Level Six Ryde Short Sleeve Splash Top d.) NRS Endurance Pants c.) a.) Immersion Research Thin Skin Long Sleeve b.) NRS Rodeo Pants c.) Level Six Hot Fuzz Fleece Top d.) Immerslon Research Double D Dry suit Feet, Hands & Head In most conditions a pair of neoprene booties (a) or below the ankle wet shoes are all you need. When it comes to your hands, be sure to get some gloves that still provide a feel for the paddle. Several manufactures such as NRS and Stohlquist make gloves (b.) specifically for paddling. If you are fishing or doing other activities that require the use of your fingers, get a pair of fingerless gloves (c.). When you need the most in hand protection and still want to retain true hand to paddle contact, "Pogies" or gloves (d.) that attach to your paddle are a great alternative to hand gloves. Unless you are whitewater paddling where a helmet is required, most caps and hats will help protect from heat loss but in much colder weather, you can easily cover your entire head with neck, face and head protection (e.). Outerwear Insulating