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Immersion Research Guide Shorts
July 26, 2017 By andrew1

Immersion Research Guide Shorts – The Toughest Budget Friendly Shorts

Let me tell you about my new Immersion Research Guide Shorts .

Not all technical paddling apparel needs to stress your budget.  Wouldn’t it be great to have a piece of gear you can use for hot, summer floats, as well as for …

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Accessory Review Product Reviews Rafting Stand Up Paddle Whitewater
December 28, 2016 By aldermr

Immersion Research Klingon Sprayskirt

Immerson Research Klingon Sprayskirt Review
by Ethan Boswell

I recently decided that I needed a new spray skirt. There aren’t too many options on the market, but I had been impressed by the designs coming out of Immersion Research . …

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June 30, 2016 By aldermr

Waterproof Duffel Bag by Ortlieb

You can add the Ortlieb Waterproof Duffel Bag to your list of gear “needs.”  Rugged, Waterproof, and Versatile, this zippered drybag can be carried like a duffel or worn like a backpack.  I recently used it as a checked bag …

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May 31, 2016 By aldermr

Kokatat Goretex Knappster

For your warm-weather paddling, the Kokatat Goretex Knappster is a secret weapon against the PNW’s cold water.

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From mellow sea kayak touring in the San Juan Islands to Class V creekin on the Green Truss, Kokatat’s Knappster is a …

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December 26, 2015 By aldermr

Immersion Research K2 Union Suit

Let me just say that comfort is pretty darn important for anything, and the Immersion Research K2 Union Suit is my new favorite base layer for paddling.  Sure, I wore it like pajamas the day I got it, but it’s even better on the …

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November 28, 2015 By aldermr

Immersion Research Lucky Charm Sprayskirt

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I learned something new this year:  Not all sprayskirts are created equally.

For a while now, I’ve wondered why I would buy a $200 sprayskirt when my $100 skirts work just fine.  I’m here to …

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