What should I wear ?
You are your kayak's engine and as with any engine it needs to be maintained properly so that it can operate effectively - The clothing you wear plays an important part in how effective your muscles can perform by maintaining your body temperature at a safe and steady level throughout your paddling session - here we have a variety of clothing options for you to view, please phone for advice if needed.
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Gul Gamma top: €75
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Gul's Gamma Spray Top is the perfect all round outer layer for watersports. The GCX2 fabric has been engineered to stop water penetration whist offering breathability, allowing perspiration moisture to evaporate keeping you warm, dry and comfortable - water proof heat taped seams - secure chest pocket with drain holes and adjustable neoprene collar and PU wrist seals.
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Gul Ballistic top: €95
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Gul's Ballistic spray jacket incorporates their technically advanced three layer GCX3 fabric for extreme wet, cold and windy conditions - All seams fully taped and heat treated for long lasting extreme water proofness - this combined with the comfortable wrist, neck and waist seals and very handy zipped pocket offers you a great jacket at a great price.
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NRS Endurance: €85
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The waterproof and windproof NRS Endurance jacket offers many features including their HyproTex breathable material and comfortable neck, wrist and waist seals along with a very handy sleeve pocket - For those who are looking for a jacket with good technical performance at a great price this jacket is a nice option....
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Code Zero Spraytop: €115
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The Code Zero Pro Spray Top uses performance GCX4 EVO fabric for extreme wet, cold and windy conditions - The GCX4 EVO mechanical stretch fabric will keep you warm, dry and safe - The advanced four-layer 2/2 mechanical stretch fabrics are engineered to fit demanding use over time, whilst offering additional flexibility - All seams fully taped for long lasting extreme water proofness. Featuring low bulk front fastening waist and adjustable PU neck and wrist seals ensure the Code Zero spray top is a pleasure to wear out on the water.
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Peak Tourlite Long: €145
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Peak's Tourlite Long cag is ideally suited to sit-in and SOT paddlers looking for a quality well featured jacket that is well price pointed - It's waterproof breathable material is comfortable to wear and the seals easy to adjust - the side zip pocket is also very handy.
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Peak longjohn: €95
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Longjohn's are great for paddlers who are looking for a multi usage solution to their summer paddling needs, their design offers the kayaker good articulation for paddling - easy to put on - protection and warmth - can be rolled down in warm weather and when worn with a spray top the longjohn offers the paddler a very user friendly solution at a reasonable price.
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Moby Longjohn: €75
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Palm's Moby is a nice option for those looking for an easy to use front zipped long john - if used with a windcheater or cag it can provide a nice cost effective solution to your summer's paddling clothing.
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Gul G-Force Wetsuit: €85
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Full length wet suits can be great for those water sports where you will be frequently immersed in the water but most kayaker's tend not to use them as they can restrict their paddling movement and there are better options to keep them warm and dry - that said, for summer paddling a wet suit can offer the kayaker a nice multipurpose solution to move from kayak to water and at a good price.
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Gul Rashvest: €19
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A Rash vest when worn under a wetsuit or cag offers the paddler a water repellant and warm layer that reduces chafing - Gul's Xola Rashvest gives UPV 50 + sun protection - a great vest that affords the wearer flexibility and freedom of movement and helps to show off muscles even if you don't have any !
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Gul Evotherm Vest: €40
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Gul's Evotherm is a UV shield that gives UPV 50+ sun protection - It has 8oz Evotherm fabric with flat lock durable seam construction - Thumb loops to keep in place when worn under a wetsuit or drysuit - The Evotherm is a great thermal layer that will help keep you warm on colder kayaking trips...
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Evotherm longjohn: €60
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A superb UV shield giving you UPV 50+ sun protection, 8oz Evotherm fabric with flatlock durable seam construction - when worn under a wet suit it provides maximum protection against rubs and rashes as well as sun and as an under garment for a drysuit it provides warmth from head to toe - with it's stretch shoulder opening, fly opening and ankle loops it is easy to put on and practical to wear.
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Gul Power boot: €25
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Boots are an essential bit of kit for the kayaker looking to keep their feet warm and dry - Gul's power boot is designed using 5mm Dura-Flex neoprene along with Titanium 2 lining making it warm yet flexible. With it's reinforced heel and toe construction it is a great boot for those looking for good quality at a reasonable price.
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Gul All purpose Zipped Boot: €45
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The Gul All Purpose boot is the perfect all rounder boot using 5mm Dura-Flex neoprene, featuring a durable YKK zippered entry and gusset system with adjustable strap to keep your feet warm whilst still providing a secure fit - With it's reinforced upper, toe and heel and a very durable non-slip sole, this is a great boot for the paddler walking rough ground.
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NRS Boundary boot: €90
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The NRS Boundary Shoe is a high-top, waterproof shoe. It is ideal for those looking to keep their feet dry and a great option for paddlers who spend a lot of their time stepping in water when entering and existing their kayaks - The shoe helps to keep your feet warm on trips in cold weather and the reinforced sole is perfect for rough portages over uneven ground.
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Gul Power glove: €20
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For winter paddling gloves are essential - Gul's 5mm Power Glove is double lined with Dura-Flex neoprene and this combined with it's glued and blind stitched seams provide a paddler with the perfect all-round water sports glove. Titanium 2 lining will reflect the heat back whilst the Dura-Skin palm print provides lots of extra grip - The Power glove is a well featured glove at a great price.
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Gul Flexor glove: €35
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Gul's Flexor glove with it's Ultra Grip palm, super flex material and internal taping for Waterproof and strengthened seams, Ultra Stretch X-flex for excellent flexibility and fit, Glued and blind stitched seams to keep the water out and warmth in, Bolt dry + Thermal lining quick drying properties, Aqua ring cuff gasket giving the ultimate flush barrier - All in this is a pretty nice glove !!
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Viking Kayaks cap: €25
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Viking Kayak's one size fit's all cap made from flexible spandex material that is comfortable to wear and maintains it's shape after repeated use. With a nice sized visor this is a great cap to keep the sun at
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Viking Kayak's Hoodie: €45
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Sizes: S / M L / XL / XXL
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Viking Kayak's comfortable and warm zipped Hoodie featuring Viking's logos at the front and back - Great to throw on after a Kayaking trip to stay warm whilst sitting beside the barbecue chatting about all the fish that got away !
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Gul Code Zero: €425
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Dry suits are now becoming the go to clothing item for expedition paddlers - These suits keep the wearer warm and dry and are a vital means of fighting off hypothermia if in the water for long periods of time - The Code Zero Stretch U-Zip Drysuit, combines durability and comfort along with the essentials of being waterproof and windproof designed using GCX4 EVO WITH 2/2 mechanical stretch. Its contoured body panels help to reduce snagging, bulk and reduce windage - The glide skin neck and seal cuffs make it quick and easy to pop your head and hands into while staying comfortable and sealed - The Code Zero Features a tough YKK Aquaseal Horseshoe easy on zip system, for ease of donning - All in, this is a feature packed user friendly drysuit at a good pricepoint.
Gul drysuit sizing chart HERE. |
Other drysuit models from Gull and Palm also available on request..