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“Redefining drytop technology, the women’s FreeRYDE by Stohlquist features our soft titanium coated neoprene neck seal for ultimate comfort. in.Turtle neckin. style provides more surface contact, a dry seal without the feel of latex. FREEdom cut and made in Eclipse 3-layer waterproof breathable fabric with advanced design features. 3D sleeve caps for shoulder roominess Underarm inserts add mobility Women’s model shaped with princess seams High seam position for inside spray tunnel Dual side-by-side velcro waist closures for a wide variety of body sizes High tenacity Eclipse 3-layer laminate fabric Extra wide outer waistband with grippy inside surface contact connects to skirt Neoprene outer cuffs protect latex from sun and abrasion Lengthened in.sit-on-itin. inner tunnel with grippy backside Canted waist has a higher front and fuller (longer) back for seated posture

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“The Surskin Short Sleeve Top by Kokatat is a plush line of insulating comfort with paddle specific patterning, competition cut, 4-way stretchability and a contouring fit. The outer Surfskin thermal fabric is a wind and waterproof barrier laminated to cozy fleece lining for comfort next to skin. Exceptional design and high quality construction that you expect from Kokatat. Mock turtleneck Punch-thru cuffs

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“The Whitewater Drysuit by Stohlquist is the best cutting-edge design, pioneer of the paddler’s drysuit in 1984. Stohlquist primarily known as the drysuit company at that time, has since supplied more suits to paddlers, rescue professionals, and sailors than any other brand…for good reason. Building a drysuit is a meticulous and careful procedure, combining high-tech (sometimes stubborn) materials to achieve a dry environment you can rely upon for well-being and safety. Each suit is hand made to our exacting specifications and is assigned its own serial number. It undergoes a series of in-line inspections through all stages of assembly to assure the highest quality. 29 parts and 80+ operations later, each suit is tested for 1/2 hour, inside out, under pressure and observed for quality assurance. No suit leaves QC (quality control) until passing Stohlquist strict standards, to assure the best product you can buy. Relief-zip and optional booties are available. New low profile cross chest mounted zip with shield. Double reinforced cordura seat and knees. Latex neck, wrist and ankle seals. Adjustable, stretchy neoprene cuff covers with passive mesh drainage. Elastic waistband for a trimmer fit. Crotch gusset provides roominess and added durability.

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“The Surskin Long Sleeve Top by Kokatat is a plush line of insulating comfort with paddle specific patterning, competition cut, 4-way stretchability and a contouring fit. The outer Surfskin thermal fabric is a wind and waterproof barrier laminated to cozy fleece lining for comfort next to skin. Exceptional design and high quality construction that you expect from Kokatat. Mock turtleneck Punch-thru cuffs

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“Redefining drytop technology, the men’s FreeRYDE by Stohlquist features our soft titanium coated neoprene neck seal for ultimate comfort. in.Turtle neckin. style provides more surface contact, a dry seal without the feel of latex. FREEdom cut and made in Eclipse 3-layer waterproof breathable fabric with advanced design features. Non-slip soft neck seals has 26-30 sq. in. sealing surface 2in. width Twisty-stretch neoprene hinged yoke 3D sleeve caps for shoulder roominess Underarm inserts add mobility Women’s model shaped with princess seams High seam position for inside spray tunnel Dual side-by-side velcro waist closures for a wide variety of body sizes High tenacity Eclipse 3-layer laminate fabric Extra wide outer waistband with grippy inside surface contact connects to skirt Neoprene outer cuffs protect latex from sun and abrasion Lengthened in.sit-on-itin. inner tunnel with grippy backside Canted waist has a higher front and fuller (longer) back for seated posture

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“The Gore-Tex GMER by Kokatat. Kokatat’s supple, high count nylon, 3-layer Gore-Tex Immersion Technology fabric is completely waterproof, breathable and durable. This tightly woven fabric is tough as nails, yet quiet and comfortable so your customer can focus on the experience at hand. Evolution 3.21 oz. nylon 3-layer Gore-Tex laminate Latex gaskets Neoprene trim Competition cut underarm Metal tooth, Waterproof Optiseal zippers 500D Gore-Tex Cordura seat and knee patches, self-draining Adjustable overskirt with Smoothskin neoprene waistband

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The Gore-Tex XCR Lite Wave Dry Top by Kokatat. Competition cut Double skirt Zippered chest pocket with key lanyard 3in. neoprene waistband with “hook & loop” closure Latex neck and wrist gaskets Protective over-cuffs Factory sealed seams

“Completely waterproof, extremely breathable and durable 3.2 oz. Evolution Nylon, 3-layer GORE-TEX® laminate EVOLUTION Paddling Anatomy Design w/competition cut underarm Latex neck, wrists and ankle gaskets Neoprene trim Reinforced black Cordura seat and knee patches, self-draining Metal-tooth Optiseal zipper Protective Neoprene collar Self-draining chest pocket w/key lanyard Factory sealed seams

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“The SWICX DryShorty by Stohlquist has all the goods found in the FreeRYDE. Soft sealing, waterproof neoprene seals on both neck and biceps. Non-Slip soft neck seals has 25-30 sq. in. sealing surface 2in. width. Twisty-stretch neoprene hinged yoke. Dual side by side velcro waistband closures for a wide variety of body sizes. High tenacity Eclipse 3-layer laminate fabric. Extra wide outer waistband with grippy inside surface, contact connects to skirt. Soft sealing, waterproof neoprene bicep seals. Lengthened in.sit-on-itin. inner tunnel with grippy backside. Canted waist has a higher front and fuller (longer) back for seated posture. 3-D sleeve caps for shoulder roominess. Underarm inserts add mobility. High seam position for inside spray tunnel.

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New performance FREEdom by Stohlquist series drytop made of Eclipse 3-layer base fabric with latex gaskets on neck and wrist. Latex neck & wrist gaskets Twisty-stretch neoprene neck outer shield 3D capped sleeve for shoulder roominess Mobility underarm inserts All seams double sewn and taped High-cut skirt tunnel inside High tenacity Eclipse 3-layer laminate fabric Extra wide outer waistband with grippy inside surface contact Dual side-by-side velcro waist closures Neoprene waistband with sticky backside will not creep upward Lengthened in.sit-on-itin. inner tunnel Dropped back hem Gripp-Loc surfaces connect to minimize shifting slipping of sprayskirt and swim-vest