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GORE-TEX® Meridian Dry Suit with Relief Zipper and Socks - Limited Edition

 
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GORE-TEX® Meridian Dry Suit with Relief Zipper and Socks - Limited Edition - _gmer-meridian-w-relief-zipper-chili-le-1363082538
GORE-TEX® Meridian Dry Suit with Relief Zipper and Socks - Limited Edition - _gmer-meridian-w-relief-zipper-chili-le-2-1363082538

Gear Info

Brand
Kokatat

5350 Ericson Way
Arcata
CA 95521
USA

Phone: +1 800.225.9749 / +1 707.822.7621

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Gear Type
Accessory Type
Model Year
2013
Material(s)
Aggressive styling cues from the Rogue dry top. 330 Cordura® GORE-TEX® on the legs, shoulders and arms. Front relief zipper for men (drop seat for women). Evolution 3.21 oz. nylon 3-layer GORE-TEX® Pro Shell. Self draining punch-through neck/wrist neoprene over-cuffs. Latex gaskets, competition cut underarm. Self draining, zippered chest pocket with key lanyard
Covered metal tooth, waterproof Optiseal chest zipper. Dual adjustable overskirt, adjustable bungee drawcord waist. Cordura® seat and knee patches, self-draining. “Hook & loop” adjustable neoprene over-cuffs at ankle. Integrated GORE-TEX® socks; factory sealed seams.
Available Colors
Chili
Available Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Sex Specific
Playak Review
Influenced by the Rogue dry top, the women's Limited Edition GORE-TEX® Meridian dry suit has curved lines and contrasting colors on the shoulders, for a look that is popular among whitewater boaters. This limited edition has all the details and function of the in-line Meridian, but in a new look that also features 330 cordura GORE-TEX® from the waist down for superior durability. The Limited Edition GORE-TEX® Meridian will be offered on a limited basis to Kokatat dealers in a special chili and black color combination.

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If I could only have one piece of gear, this Drysuit would be it.

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Yes
About Me
I paddle a lot, around 200 days per year and approximately half of that is in a drysuit. I need a suit which can keep up with me, and perform at a high level. When I first tried the Kokatat Gore-tex suit it blew my mind in the best way possible.
Pros / The Good
Gore-Tex. For all of the other fabrics in use in the kayak market which claim to be 'as good as Gore-tex' there is no substitute for the real thing. Dry, breathable, comfortable. Add to that lightweight and comfortable to wear for long periods of time and you are on to a real winner. The limited edition suit is a little heavier than the original Gore-tex Meridian suit which I had previously because it has Cordura bottoms. However once it is on, it doesn't feel much heavier and the increased wear around the legs is amazing for jungle portages and sliding around. It increases the time between repairs exponentially. Which brings me to the last and possibly best Pro. Kokatat repair service. I can send my suit back and get new gaskets installed as well as a pressure test and repair the areas which have been damaged. All for a fraction of the cost of replacement.
Cons / The Bad
Not the cheapest suit not the market but when it comes to kayak gear I am a strong advocate for 'you get what you pay for'.
Recommend
Yes
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