The Kayak Blog

“The Session Paddling Jacket is IR’s version of the spray top. IR’s technical jackets for women are designed from the ground up because they know that gear that fits men doesn’t usually fit women very well and modified men’s patterns don’t cut it. All Immersion Research Paddling Jackets are lightweight and breathable with a non-irritating neck seal that keeps the water out. They also have a low profile fit to provide better freedom of movement. The Session Jacket is made of 2.5-layer waterproof, breathable Gelanots outer shell so they are remarkably lightweight and supple without sacrificing performance. The Latex-free Neoprene neck design was created to keep the boat and your body dry without irritation or blow-outs. The shell fabric of the Session Jacket contains 1% Spandex that allows the fabric to give when you need it.The Session Jacket is not a Dry Top. If a dry top is what you’re after, check out the IR Comp Jacket.Short and Long-sleeve Jackets pictured above.

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“The Excursion Touring Skirt by Immersion Research is a bungee style touring skirt made with a neoprene deck and a waterproof, breathable nylon tunnel. This skirt makes a dry enough seal for rolling, but also allows venting in hot weather. Double-sewn bungee and Supratex outer edge for added durability. The Excursion Touring Skirt features a comfortable, adjustable neoprene waistband with removable suspender straps.

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“The Thermo Hood by Immersion Research is the “”extra”" piece of gear that soon becomes a mandatory part of your winter paddling wardrobe. This super warm, thin neoprene hood retains your body heat right at the site where you lose the most– your head. Warm and comfortable under a helmet, you’ll wonder how you ever went without it!

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“The Thermo Cap by Immersion Research is the “”extra”" piece of gear that soon becomes a mandatory part of your winter paddling wardrobe. This super warm, thin neoprene cap retains your body heat right at the site where you lose the most– your head. Warm and comfortable under a helmet, you’ll wonder how you ever went without it!

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“The Immersion Research Super Bungee is the whitewater skirt of the future! The Super Bungee is made with the strongest possible materials - abrasion resistant, heavy duty neoprene through out,  neoprene outer band laminated with Kevlar then reinforced with a layer of abrasion resistant tape. The Super Bungee also includes a removable Overthruster deck plate, which can be used not only to enhance aerial play moves, but also acts as an implosion bar for steep creeking. The Overthruster width is adjustable, and can be moved forward or backward to accommodate a wide variety of cockpit rims.

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“The Session Paddling Jacket is IR’s version of the shorty spray top. All Immersion Research Paddling Jackets are lightweight and breathable with a non-irritating neck seal that keeps the water out. They also have a low profile fit to provide better freedom of movement. The Latex-free Neoprene neck design was created to keep the boat and your body dry without irritation or blow-outs. The shell fabric of the Session Jacket contains 1% Spandex that allows the fabric to give when you need it.The Session Jacket is not a Dry Top. If a dry top is what you’re after, check out the IR Competition Jacket.Short and Long-sleeve Jackets pictured above.

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“Wear the Immersion Research Splash Pants for added protection on those cold-water days. Great for rafters, kayakers, canoeists, striders, touring paddlers… anyone who gets on the water!

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“The Guide Short by Immersion Research is the perfect board short for working on the river. They feature a soft but durable rip-stop polyester, ‘VELCRO® brand-less’ fly, lace-up waistband, hook and loop cargo pocket on side leg. The Guide Short has a loose fit, crotch gusset, 10″” inseam, and DWR finish.

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“The Special K Spray Skirt by Immersion Research is a Kevlar fiber reinforced whitewater spray skirt.  The Special K uses the highest quality, lightest neoprene rubber available, a specially formulated rubber rand to stretch when cold and a tear resistant polyester knit back panel to prevent crush tears on the back rim.

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“Immersion Research’s Cockpit Covers are great at keeping unwanted dirt, dust and critters out of your boat. Waterproof nylon cover features an adjustable bungee cord in a durable, sticky rubber sheath. The Cockpit Covers are available in Large and Rec sizes.

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