Spring weather means colder water temperatures and preparing your attire for kayaking in cold water extends beyond comfort considerations; it also significantly impacts safety.

In this article and the video below champion Kayaker, Ken Whiting discusses the optimal kayaking gear for Spring paddling.

You'll learn:

Why Clothing Choice is a Safety Issue

• Water temperature and how it affects our bodies
• Air temperature and how it affects our bodies
• Why the type of paddling you are doing is important

The Optimum Gear for Cold Water Kayaking

• The Outer Shell: Dry suits, dry tops and paddling tops
• The Layers Underneath: The base layer, second and third layers
• Foot Protection: The optimum footwear for cold water
• Hand Protection: Pogies vs gloves and which one to choose
• Head Protection: How beanies, paddling hoods and helmets keep you warm