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splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11824
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just started kayaking a few months ago - got wet while it was still warm, but want to keep paddling during the colder months. live in Charlotte, NC so with the new white water center we have waves year round. But i am trying to decide whether or not I really need a drytop or a splash jacket? I have looked at the NRS Revolution for a drytop and the Kokatat XCR Action Jacket for a splash jacket. Any advice?
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11829
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id buy a wet top (thats british for splash jacket) see if you're still in too paddling in a few months time, then look into buying a drytop, or if you see one in a sale that you like, buy it
thats wot i did hope that helps |
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11830
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id say drytop one hundred percent. splash jackets are fine until you flip,, then become completely useless unless you have one of the really nice ones where the neoprene acts as a gasket and you get the same performance as a drytop without the gaskets. Drytops will keep you warmer and dryer as well as seealing more water out from the bottom of your boat than a splash jacket. If you keep on kayaking you will eventualy want one, so you might as well do it now and save yourself some time and do it now. There are some short splash jackets that are basically drytops so going with one of those wouldnt be to bad, but i would really sudgest a full on drytop. Keeps you warm and dry.
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11833
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thanks for the advice - I suppose I will go ahead and stop being cheap about it and just get a drytop - don't plan on jumping out of the sport anytime in the next few years...thanks again for the advice.
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11835
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definitely go for the dry top. The revolution is excellent, I love mine, but if you are new into the sport, it might be worth it to look at maybe a cheaper/ used alternative, but if you have the money, and know you'll stick with it, definitely go for it. (I've seen many people get into boating, but then lose interest after taking a nasty swim or paddling big water.)
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11855
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I agree with robmeister \"id say drytop one hundred percent. splash jackets are fine until you flip,, then become completely useless\" if you're in cold enough water to want something to cover your entire upper body you're going to want a dry top even though they are more expensive splash tops are made to mostly keep spray off of you but dont really keep any water out. I would also think about a \"shorty\" a short sleeve dry top which is made for cold water and warm days and I find works 10X better than a splash top plus you can still shred with style.
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11860
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OK, my 2 cents...
As everyone has said, a dry top will keep you drier... but... the gaskets do take getting used to. As you've probably seen, they have latex seals to stop water from getting in. They are effective, however can feel a little claustrophobic at first. A splash top is a lot more comfortable as they usually don't have gaskets. Also, you can layer clothing much more effectively under a dry top (eg wear a fleece etc). I own all three - I have a shorty, a long sleeved dry top and a splash top. I never use the splash top as it just doesn't keep me anywhere near as warm as my drytops. Anyhow, hope this helps steff |
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11863
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Go for a spray cag get one at
www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/Product_arboresce...t_6331526/index.html
its dirt cheap and then get a dry cag for when you get better and are defenatly going to carry on kayaking
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11874
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okay...I went ahead and got the NRS Revolution Drytop - reason being:
1. Eventually I will need it 2. If I buy the less expensive one first my wife will look at me like I am bleeding us dry once I really 'need' the drytop So this way it looks like th sport is getting less and less expensive instead of getting more and more. It is all about appearances! thanks for all the help! |
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Re:splash vs: drytop vs: ?? 18 years 11 months ago #11929
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You've made the right choice, my friend. Especially with that playpark right next door. However, your wife may still get mad at you, because as soon as summer rolls around again, you're going to be hot as hell, but addicted to not having water in your boat after three or four rolls. Thus, in comes the Shorty dry top. I recommend going to Immersion Research's web site and scouring their closeouts/factory seconds page. There's some really good deals on pretty quality stuff on there. Give it a look, and save your pocket change.
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