Waterproof paddling clothing
Waterproof paddling clothing
Waterproof paddling clothing is essential for experienced paddlers, especially in cold water temperatures and bad weather! Here you will find suitable dry pants, dry jackets and dry suits from the brands Hiko, NRS, Palm, Peak PS, Sandiline and Spade.
Dry pants & paddle jacket, dry suit or rather long john and paddle jacket? Opinions differ when it comes to choosing waterproof paddling clothing. Years ago, the Alpine Kayak Club tested all possible combinations on the ice channel and summarized the results here. Basically, however, the following applies: Always dress according to the water temperature, not the outside temperature!
Waterproof clothing has no thermal insulation, so always wear suitable clothing underneath Baselayer be worn!
Waterproof fabric
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The materials used consist of several fabrics with 2-4 layers. On the outside, a nylon fabric always protects your membrane. This is usually protected with a Durable Water Repelent (DWR), a water-repellent coating. On the inside follows a breathable, microporous membrane that transports water vapor to the outside, but keeps water out. The effect of this membrane depends solely on the temperature! Additional layers are inner mesh fabrics that protect the microporous membranes from abrasion and other breathable membranes.
We have put together an overview of the materials for you here:
Manufacturers | Material | water column | vapor permeability |
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Palm | XP2 | 5.000 mm | 5.000g/24hrsm² |
Palm | XP2.5 | 10.000 mm | 5.000g/24hrsm² |
Palm | XP3 | 20.000 mm | 4.000g/24hrsm² |
Palm | XP4 | 25.000 mm | 5.000g/24hrsm² |
Peak HP | X2 | 10.000 mm | 5.000g/24hrsm² |
Peak HP | X2.5 | 10.000-20.000 mm | 5.000-8.000 g/24hm² |
Peak HP | X3 | 20.000 mm | 5.000g/24hrsm² |
Peak HP | X4 | 20.000 mm | 10.000g/24hrsm² |
Hiko sports | Air4 | 25.000 mm | 15.000g/24hrsm² |
NRS | HyproTex™ 2.5 (2.5 layers) |
? mm | ? g/24h m² |
NRS | Eclipse ™ (4 layers) |
? mm | ? g/24h m² |
NRS | Gore-Tex® Pro (3 layers) |
28.000 mm | 25.000g/24hrsm² |
Sandiline | Toyota 3L (3 layers) |
? mm | ? g/24h m² |
Sandiline | Toyota 4L (4 layers) |
20.000 mm | 9.000g/24hrsm² |
Spade | (3 layers) | ? mm | ? g/24h m² |
Care
After use, dry clothing should be washed from the inside with clear water. Paddle clothing can be machine washed at 30°C or by hand.
The clothes can be dried and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not use a dryer! Avoid storage in the compressed state!
The DWR peels off with use - while water will roll off the fabric at first, water later collects in the outer nylon layer. The DWR can be renewed with impregnations from manufacturers such as NikWax or Gear Aid ReviveX.
cuffs
Neoprene and latex cuffs seal dry clothing on the head and arms. Latex cuffs are the most sensitive parts of your clothing!
Remove watches, rings and other jewelry to put on cuffs. Carefully slip through the cuff with one hand or head while simultaneously expanding the cuff with the other. Use both hands for the neck seal. Always slip through the hand cuffs first, then through the neck cuff. If the garment is equipped with Velcro fasteners on the sleeves, these must be undone before dressing and undressing. Finally, remove excess air from the drying clothes. To do this, compress the garment and open the neck seal or waist band slightly with your fingers. When removing, repeat the above steps in reverse order.
Latex is very sensitive to sunlight and oil based products e.g. sunscreen and insect repellent.
The service life of latex cuffs can be shortened by the regular use of latex care products (e.g Gear Aid Seal Saver) to be extended.
booties
Booties are attached to many drying pants and suits. To ensure maximum durability, these should never be worn without shoes! They can be damaged by stones, sand, but also toenails. Therefore, it is best to add more inside and outside Socks carry.
FAQ, glossary & keyword filter for >Waterproof paddling clothing
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abdominal entry
(2 x)Dry suits with belly entry
Advantage: maximum dense leg and foot areas, entry possible without outside help.
Disadvantage: Be careful when using the life jacket. Depending on the model and size combination, the constant chafing between buckles and zippers may be annoying. In this case you might switch to back entry or try a different life jacket.
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leg entry
(3 x)Leg-entry drysuits
Advantage: no annoying, stiff zippers in the shoulder area and therefore maximum mobility. Dressing possible without outside help.
Disadvantage: If you stand in the water for a long time, you might get a few droplets. This applies less to touring paddlers or sea kayakers, but more to whitewater paddlers who may have to stand in the creek for a long time to belay and scout.
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Double fireplace
(49 x)A double gusset on paddling jacket or dry pants provides a tight transition between this two-piece clothing option.
In addition, the paddle jacket can be connected to the spray deck as tightly as possible, which is why the double chimney is standard in whitewater. -
single fireplace
(12 x)In contrast to the double chimney, maximum tightness at the transition to the spray deck cannot be achieved with a single chimney.
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End of season sale
(13 x)Bargain Alert!!
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Fleeces
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Front entry
(10 x)Front entry dry suits.
Advantage: maximum dense leg and foot areas compared to leg entry, entry possible without outside help.
Disadvantage: Be careful when using the life jacket. Depending on the model and size combination, the constant chafing between buckles and zippers may be annoying. In this case you might switch to back entry or try a different life jacket.
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booties
(39 x)With careful handling, booties ensure maximum tightness of the dry pants or dry suit.
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Gore-Tex
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Hood
(23 x)Paddle jackets and hooded dry suits
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Children's paddling jacket
(3 x)Little paddling jackets for kids.
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Short sleeve paddling jacket
(6 x)If you like it warm and dry on your torso, but still want to dip your arms in cool water or stretch out towards the warming sun, you can choose a short-sleeved paddle jacket.
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latex cuff
(48 x)Latex cuff(s) at the neck or sleeves achieve maximum density on paddle jackets and dry suits.
Some paddlers get skin irritations from the latex. You can counteract this by always diligently dusting the cuffs with baby powder (talcum powder) or carefully shaving the beard transition on the neck.
If the latex becomes sticky, especially through perspiration, then please rinse with clear water and powder in new ones.
If all that is not enough, or if a lack of comfort is the main argument, then a jacket / suit with neoprene cuffs is recommended. These are more comfortable and durable, less allergenic, but also noticeably less dense.
Incidentally, we also have talc as an accessory: McNett Protalc talc care product for latex
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Dungarees
(6 x)Dry pants with bibs for density in two-piece clothing options
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more sustainable
(19 x)There is rightly a lot of discussion about the sustainability of outdoor clothing. According to the manufacturer, the products marked with this keyword are more sustainably produced.
You can also find out more about the various manufacturers and their philosophies on the manufacturer's website.
When in doubt, we will always try to recommend the more sustainable product, e.g. made from recycled material.
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Neoprene cuffs
(9 x)Here we only list the jackets that only have neoprene cuffs, i.e. a Velcro closure, which makes them significantly less tight on the sleeves and neck.
Freedom of movement is guaranteed.
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Neoprene cuff
(27 x)Neoprene cuffs are not quite as tight compared to latex cuffs. On the other hand, they are more robust and possibly more comfortable to wear.
Especially for those who always get a skin rash from latex cuffs.
Additional neoprene cuffs are fitted over many neoprene cuffs with Velcro, giving things a double seal and responsive to small wrists.
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zip collar
(11 x)Paddle jackets and base layers with zip at collar.
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Relief zip
(24 x)Helps you not to have to undress completely during the pee break.
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back entry
(13 x)Dry suits with back entry
Advantage: maximum tightness in the leg and foot area if you stand in the water a lot.
Disadvantage: Tightening is only possible for less flexible people in teamwork.
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Back entry
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Sea kayak
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Sea kayak paddling jacket
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Sea kayak dry suit
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Semidry
(33 x)We call the whitewater paddle jackets Semidry, which (in part) do without latex cuffs.
There are versions with latex cuffs on the sleeves and neoprene cuffs on the neck, as well as jackets that only have neoprene cuffs.The density is not quite as good as latex, hence the term “semidry”
The advantages: less prone to wear and tear, less constricting feeling on the neck and usually a lower price.Some dry pants are also listed here in their simple version with neoprene cuffs instead of socks.
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Shorts
(1 x)Here you will find all shorts. Whether neoprene or boaters shorts.
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Touring jacket
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Touring dry suit
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Touring dry pants
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Whitewater paddle jacket
(35 x)Here you will find all paddling jackets suitable for whitewater. Filter according to Semidry or the corresponding cuffs for more differentiation.
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Whitewater Drysuit
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Whitewater dry pants
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Palm Cascade Women's Drysuit
Paddle overall with diagonal front entry and functional features: latex cuffs on the neck and wrists, YKK AquaSeal entry and toilet zippers, for women with dropseat, reinforced in critical areas and sturdy socks.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!749,00 €619,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm Atom Bib Dry Pants
The ideal dry pants for serious activities in white water and touring. The Palm Atom Bib convinces with extra reinforced material at common weak points of the booties and through the dungarees... -> read everything
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Dungarees ➥ ⓘ
- Sea kayak ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry pants ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!359,00 €299,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm roe dry suit
Simple but solid drysuit specially designed for SUP, sit-on-tops and packrafts. Made from extremely waterproof 4-layer material and with easy entry via the front zip.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Neoprene cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!599,00 €499,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm Atom Men's Drysuit
The designers at Palm have packed the best of the high-end Atom jacket into a completely new dry suit. The innovative cut with fewer and repositioned seams reduces the susceptibility to wear... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!875,00 €740,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm Atom Women's Drysuit
The high-end dry suit from Palm is now also specially designed for women: with an adapted cut, reinforced feet and a large zipper on the buttocks.
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!875,00 €740,00 €VAT included
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Sandiline Extreme M22 dry suit
Excellent dry suit made of extremely durable material. The Sandiline drysuits are the number one choice for locomotion on water and land.
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!980,00 €830,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm Bora men's drysuit
Sea kayak and touring drysuit for extreme conditions! With a hood, latex cuffs on the arms and inner fleece, even the coldest storm won't stand in the way!
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Neoprene cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Sea kayak dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!999,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 7-10 days
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Peak PS Explorer Evo Drysuit
The high-end drysuit from Peak PS for all sea kayakers and touring boaters. With the innovative leg entry, contortions when closing the shoulder zip are a thing of the past. With the EVO series ... -> read everything
- Leg entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Hood ➥ ⓘ
- Neoprene cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Sea kayak dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!981,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Deluxe EVO Women's Drysuit
High-quality drysuit from Peak PS. The Deluxe One Piece has all the standards common in extreme whitewater: double chimney, reinforced fabric on knees and elbows, double cuffs, robust booties.
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!981,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Adventure EVO Drysuit
Whether in a sea kayak or touring boat - the Adventure One Piece Suit is the right choice. The medium-weight X4 nylon fabric is extremely robust, and the suit is well thought-out. Entry is through the school... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Hood ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Sea kayak dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!981,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Whitewater EVO Drysuit
The innovative drysuit with leg entry gets another update! With the Whitewater Evo, Peak PS values sustainable design and recycled materials. The new Bioprene™ neoprene is soft... -> read everything
- Leg entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!981,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Deluxe EVO Drysuit
High quality dry suit from Peak PS. The Deluxe One Piece has all the standards of extreme whitewater: double chimney, reinforced fabric on knees and elbows, double cuffs, robu... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!981,00 €850,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Storm X2.5 EVO Women's Dry Pants
Latest generation of dry trousers from Peak PS. With thinner seams, these pants stay waterproof for longer. The trousers are mainly made of recycled material. Popular and proven by paddlers of all stripes... -> read everything
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Dungarees ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!275,00 €240,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Peak PS Storm X2.5 EVO Men's Dry Pants
Latest generation of dry trousers from Peak PS. With thinner seams, these pants stay waterproof for longer. The trousers are mainly made of recycled material. Popular and proven by paddlers of all stripes... -> read everything
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Dungarees ➥ ⓘ
- more sustainable ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!275,00 €240,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Sandiline Extreme M22 Neo Neck women's drysuit
Not only new colors, but also new technology! With the M22 model of the extreme women's dry suit, Sandiline has not only changed the cut, but also the zipper from the shoulder to the hips... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Neoprene cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!985,00 €860,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Palm Atom Women's Dry Pants
Solid dry trousers in women's cut. The footlets are double glued and particularly stressed areas are additionally reinforced.
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Sea kayak dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry pants ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!249,00 €220,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Sandiline Extreme M22 women's drysuit
Not only new colors, but also new technology! With the M22 (actually 2023, but well...) model of the extreme women's drysuit, Sandiline has not only changed the cut, but also the zipper... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!930,00 €830,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Sandiline Extreme Zip Dry Pants
The perfect all-rounder for everyone who is looking for comfortable and durable dry trousers - whether whitewater or sea kayak paddlers. The Sandiline pants are due to their innovative design and their high quality mat... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Dungarees ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry pants ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!380,00 €340,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Freefall Women's Dry Pants
Extremely light dry pants with socks for women. Thanks to a water-repellent coating, the Freefall dry trousers remain waterproof even under tough conditions.
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry pants ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!219,95 €199,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Freefall Men's Dry Pants
Extremely light dry pants with socks for men. Thanks to a water-repellent coating, the Freefall dry trousers remain waterproof even under tough conditions.
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!219,95 €199,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Sandiline Extreme A dry pants
Advanced dry pants without annoying straps, but with socks. Made of waterproof four-layer membrane fabric. The seat and knees are reinforced with Cordura.
- Double chimney ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry pants ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry pants ➥ ⓘ
Offer!285,00 €260,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Axiom Women's Drysuit
Besides the Kokatat, the only dry suits with the Gore Tex® Pro from NRS at the moment! With practical front entry and Cordura reinforcements on the legs.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!1.295,00 €1.190,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Axiom Men's Drysuit
Besides the Kokatat, the only dry suits with the Gore Tex® Pro from NRS at the moment! With practical front entry and Cordura reinforcements on the legs.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!1.295,00 €1.190,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Crux Women's Drysuit
The classic dry suit from NRS - with easy-to-close front entry and solid 4-layer material.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!949,95 €880,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Crux Men's Drysuit
The classic dry suit from NRS - with easy-to-close front entry and solid 4-layer material.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!949,95 €880,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Hiko Sport Odin Air4.X Drysuit
The even lighter successor to the Odin 4O2. The Cordura reinforcements on the knees, elbows and seat were made waterproof with membranes. There is no additional layer of Airfour material... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!880,00 €830,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Hiko Sport Valkyrie Air4.X dry suit
Light dry suit made of four-layer Air4 material. Well suited for SUP and canoe riders due to the front entry. Cordura reinforcements on the knees, elbows, seat and feet increase durability.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Neoprene cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer! 590,00 € - 720,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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Sandiline dry pants with socks
In white water as well as on a winter tour across the lake - the Sandiline dry pants with socks keep you dry from your toes to your hips. And thanks to the double chimney with maximum sealing, it can also be increased... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
Offer!220,00 €208,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Jakl GORE-TEX Pro men's drysuit
A real high-end piece! In addition to the Kokatat suits, NRS currently produces the only dry suits with the Gore Tex® Pro membrane. The NRS Jakl has a classic back entry and Cordura reinforcements... -> read everything
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- GoreTex ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Back entry ➥ ⓘ
- Whitewater dry suit ➥ ⓘ
Offer!1.375,00 €1.350,00 € Sold OutVAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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NRS Navigator GORE-TEX Pro women's drysuit
Besides the Kokatat, the only dry suits with the Gore Tex® Pro from NRS at the moment! With practical front entry and Cordura reinforcements on the legs.
- Front entry ➥ ⓘ
- Booties ➥ ⓘ
- Hood ➥ ⓘ
- Latex cuff ➥ ⓘ
- Relief zipper ➥ ⓘ
- Touring dry suit ➥ ⓘ
1.395,00 €VAT included
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Delivery time: 1-3 days
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