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Paddling pants
MARC ROBERTA WHITLOCK
10/10/16 #20071
Both Dean and I have birthdays coming close. I need a new pair of paddling pants. Who thinks they have a better option than NRS Hydroskins (they're on sale)? Also, where did you buy them?
Marc
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Dean Bumstead
10/10/16 #20072
On 10/10/2016 2:15 PM, marc-rob@… [whatcompaddlers] wrote:
Both Dean and I have birthdays coming close. I need a new pair of paddling pants. Who thinks they have a better option than NRS Hydroskins (they're on sale)? Also, where did you buy them?
Marc
While we're at it….. I need a pair of low profile booties so I can get my big feet under the strap of my Fenn surfsk. Thanks
Dean
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paul clement
10/10/16 #20074
Not sure about pants but I have been very happy with Billabong 2mm reef booties that I bought in Hood River. You can get them direct at:
https://us.billabong.com/shop/product/mens-wetsuits-accessories/2mm-reef-boot?color=BLK
In fact I just ordered another pair because I left one in the Padden parking lot… (Anyone find it?) They are pretty minimal for winter but excellent all other times. They also make a higher cuff version. I wasn't sure I would like the split toe but it turns out to be nice because it keeps them in place. I cut off all the straps too.
Paul
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Larry Bussinger
10/10/16 #20077
I just bought my third pair of Valhalla pants. The first two lasted around 13 years each. Neoprene bottoms and Lycra top, no seams. $60 includes shipping. This pair should last me into my 80's!
Larry B
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Larry Bussinger
10/10/16 #20078
Gone Diving on Iowa st had a good pair. Moderate bottom and zippered side
Larry B
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Amy Harris <communications@…>
10/11/16 #20084
Hi Marc
I have a pair of Vaikobi paddling pants which are awesome - super comfy and padding in all the right places. We sell them at Deep Cove Outdoors: http://www.deepcoveoutdoors.com/product/vaikobi-v-cold-paddling-pants/ and can ship them if you're not coming up anytime soon or if Bob isn't coming down.
Give us a shout at 604.987.2202 ext 2 if you're interested!
Amy
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Michael Gregory
10/11/16 #20085
Once again, for years I have used Promotion Wetsuits gear. They make and market their gear from Hood River OR. A quick look at the site shows great Clearance deals now. Check out the neoprene farmer john suits and tops and booties too. Solid stuff at a good price.
MG
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Dennis Mowry
10/11/16 #20089
I will give my recommendation for the Patagonia booties.
I have gone through several others, Excel & ONeil, which I have repaired and patched. They were good while they lasted. Mainly ripping of the heel section. The main advantage to the Patagonia's is the lifetime guarantee. I've sent back stuff which came back as good as new including a totally ripped wetsuit, from being dragged along the Westport jetty, another story. Worth the extra bucks although comparable. They aren't bulky for a narrow foot well but the straps could use cutting off.
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dnjacobson79
10/11/16 #20091
I highly recommend checking out Vaikobi paddling pants. That's all I use in the winter on training paddles on the lake. I've used most things on the market - for me this has been the best fit. Always available at OCEANPADDLESPORTS.COM
Cheers,
DJ
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MARC ROBERTA WHITLOCK
10/11/16 #20095
Great! Thanks to you all, Dean and I have many options to consider.
Marc
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Dennis Mowry
10/11/16 #20096
Hey I'm having a birthday coming up.
Cleanline in OR is having a sale, 10% off non sale order just by signing up for their newsletter & no sales tax.
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Kimberly Reeves
10/11/16 #20100
Lavacore is way better than hydroskins…
Warm, wind and water resistant!!
