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Layering for Paddle Sports usually involves either a Wetsuit or a Dry Suit
January 23, 2022 By Matt Maddalena

Layering for Paddle Sports

Whenever you go paddling it is important to make sure you are properly layering for Paddle Sports. Over the summer with warm water and air temperatures it can be easy to properly prepare for immersion. Winter and Spring days can …

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