This will be my first winter with the kayak and I need to get some cold weather gear. Any suggestions on pants, footwear, etc?
Neoprene waders with a good sole on them and a belt over waders and a dry top or good paddling jacket has allways been my cold weather kayaking gear of choice in a SOT.
Russ B.
“Kill em and Grill em!”
I would also like to know what everyone uses to stay warm and dry. I can come up with the obvious on my on, but if anyone has tricks they know i would like the input. Thank You.
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Duct tape over the scupper holes on the bottom.
Russ B.
“Kill em and Grill em!”
I switch kayaks- from warm weather/warm water SOT( WS, Hobie) to Native Ultimate in colder months. Larger seating so can wear more gear comfortably and seating elevated off cold bottom, has drier hull too. If you’re around Folly you can give it a try.
Here is what I wear on cold days:
I start off with a base layer of midweight long underwear (Capilene, hot chilis, etc)
If its really cold out, I will add another layer of fleece pants and top over the long johns.
Over this I wear a quick dry pair of nylon pants, and usually a cotton tee shirt so I can clean my sunglasses.
On the outside, I like to wear waterproof breathable paddling top and pants. I prefer this to waders simply for the safety if you flip over.
For footwear, I like a wool hiking or ski sock against my skin, and Tall neoprene “Mukluks” (booties that are waterproof and come to just below my knee).
On my hands I like a neoprene glove that I can pull my index finger and thumb out of for tying on lures and anything else that needs dexterity.
Ususally when it is cold, I will pack another Dry bag with long underwear, fleece top and bottoms, socks, gloves, and a hat. This is for emergencies, if someone goes swimming. I have had to pull this out a few times for friends that joined the Copahee Swim Team.
A couple of general rules of thumb:
Dress for the water temp, not the air.
Avoid cotton as much as possible, instead wear wicking, quick drying synthetics like poly pro and fleece (or wool).
Dress in layers, and have some back up layers if the weather turns.
See you on the water.
DD
Annoy a Liberal, Work Hard and be Happy!!!
As always Dave you have the answers. 
BTW. Still interested in one of those yaks.
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Amen Brother Dave
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Maybe because I am a surfer, I just put on a 3/2 wetsuit with booties over socks. Then throw on some fatiques so I don’t look like a Navy SEAL. A hat also helps.
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Originally posted by DolphinDHere is what I wear on cold days:
I start off with a base layer of midweight long underwear (Capilene, hot chilis, etc)
If its really cold out, I will add another layer of fleece pants and top over the long johns.
Over this I wear a quick dry pair of nylon pants, and usually a cotton tee shirt so I can clean my sunglasses.
On the outside, I like to wear waterproof breathable paddling top and pants. I prefer this to waders simply for the safety if you flip over.
For footwear, I like a wool hiking or ski sock against my skin, and Tall neoprene “Mukluks” (booties that are waterproof and come to just below my knee).On my hands I like a neoprene glove that I can pull my index finger and thumb out of for tying on lures and anything else that needs dexterity.
Ususally when it is cold, I will pack another Dry bag with long underwear, fleece top and bottoms, socks, gloves, and a hat. This is for emergencies, if someone goes swimming. I have had to pull this out a few times for friends that joined the Copahee Swim Team.
A couple of general rules of thumb:
Dress for the water temp, not the air.
Avoid cotton as much as possible, instead wear wicking, quick drying synthetics like poly pro and fleece (or wool).
Dress in layers, and have some back up layers if the weather turns.
See you on the water.
DD
Annoy a Liberal, Work Hard and be Happy!!!
Safety?? will they make you sink if they fill up?
There is a fine line between fishing and standing on the bank like an idiot!!
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Originally posted by reddrumquote:
Originally posted by DolphinDHere is what I wear on cold days:
I start off with a base layer of midweight long underwear (Capilene, hot chilis, etc)
If its really cold out, I will add another layer of fleece pants and top over the long johns.
Over this I wear a quick dry pair of nylon pants, and usually a cotton tee shirt so I can clean my sunglasses.
On the outside, I like to wear waterproof breathable paddling top and pants. I prefer this to waders simply for the safety if you flip over.
For footwear, I like a wool hiking or ski sock against my skin, and Tall neoprene “Mukluks” (booties that are waterproof and come to just below my knee).On my hands I like a neoprene glove that I can pull my index finger and thumb out of for tying on lures and anything else that needs dexterity.
Ususally when it is cold, I will pack another Dry bag with long underwear, fleece top and bottoms, socks, gloves, and a hat. This is for emergencies, if someone goes swimming. I have had to pull this out a few times for friends that joined the Copahee Swim Team.
A couple of general rules of thumb:
Dress for the water temp, not the air.
Avoid cotton as much as possible, instead wear wicking, quick drying synthetics like poly pro and fleece (or wool).
Dress in layers, and have some back up layers if the weather turns.
See you on the water.
DD
Annoy a Liberal, Work Hard and be Happy!!!
Safety?? will they make you sink if they fill up?
There is a fine line between fishing and standing on the bank like an idiot!!
quote:been there, done it(flipped my yak, and was in the water for almost 1 hour, last Nov.)...hopefully not again! Unless your in the surf or a mountain stream(strong current)...your waders aren't going to slow you down much at all!
Safety?? will they make you sink if they fill up?
Mud
thanks was always wondering about that. do boot waders or stocking foot waders make a difference?
There is a fine line between fishing and standing on the bank like an idiot!!
http://www.bluewaterpest.com
also offering a GREEN pest control program