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Clyde S. Dale
Since 23 Jul 2016
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 Tue Sep 17, 19 6:13 am Promotion drysuit ? |
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Wondering if anyone has any experience with the promotion baggy top drysuit .My 10 year old promotion is shot , the neoprene glued itself together during storage. Mine was the wetsuit style with the back waterproof zipper. Seems they don't make this model anymore. The newer model looks like the old Bare drysuits. I'm 6'4" and 225. Thanx
http://stores.wetsuit.com/mens-4mm-dimension-drysuit-blue-j86/ |
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ajwake
Since 11 Jan 2009
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 6:42 am Drysuit |
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Go with Ride engine wetsuit! They are warm and enviro friendly, not to mention you will look good amongst all the kiters in the gorge!
rideengine.com |
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wylieflyote
Since 30 Jun 2006
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Puget Sound & Wa. Coast
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 8:53 am |
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Clyde, Check your PM for an opinion.
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 9:46 am |
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| Kokatat full Gore-Tex!! Hands down the best dry-suit. |
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senorparker
Since 06 Aug 2009
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 12:15 pm |
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| Nak wrote: | | Kokatat full Gore-Tex!! Hands down the best dry-suit. |
Which one in their lineup do you recommend for kiting? Thx! |
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Da Yoda
Since 12 Mar 2009
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 12:32 pm |
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| senorparker wrote: | | Which one in their lineup do you recommend for kiting? Thx! |
This one is all you need from Kokatat. It has the relief (pee) zipper and no velcro waist wrap which keeps it simple (& less $$$)...
https://kokatat.com/product/gore-tex-front-entry-dry-suit-dsugfer
My only issue is the built-in socks. I personally don't like them, but many do.
Outside of the the Kokatat and for less money, I still think the OR Soul is the best drysuit for kiteboarding. I really like their entry zipper design and it also has a pee zipper. |
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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SalmonSlayer
Since 27 Nov 2005
648 Posts
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 3:38 pm |
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I have one of Promotions semi dry (my description) suits. I bought it about 1.5 years ago.
XXL but I am typically an XL so it may be small for XXL. I have never used it. will sell for 50% of retail.
I can find the exact model if interested
In Portland
206-321-8833 |
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user124
Since 02 Aug 2012
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Portland
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 4:31 pm |
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| Dry suit discussion? NOOO! It's still summer! I don't want to see holiday decorations yet either! |
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 5:07 pm |
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| user124 wrote: | | Dry suit discussion? NOOO! It's still summer! I don't want to see holiday decorations yet either! |
I wish. South blustery wind with rain? River temp under 70? It's Winter.  |
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Clyde S. Dale
Since 23 Jul 2016
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| Tue Sep 17, 19 6:36 pm |
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Thanx for input.I've considered a "baggy drysuit " but the price seems steep. Not sure if my comfort is worth it ! I wish I was limber and a "normal" size ,I'd get one of those "Houdini" suits. I've got size 14 feet so I don't need the pee zipper.  |
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Gman
Since 11 Feb 2006
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Portland
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| Thu Sep 19, 19 8:55 am |
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I have had good luck with promotion products
if you are talking full drysuits
i have an ancient kokatat drysuit that held up well
but also really like the Ocean Rodeo drysuits - talk to Tak and Stringy
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nateone
Since 01 Aug 2010
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Fairview, OR
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| Fri Sep 20, 19 5:40 am |
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| I’m 6’4” and 210 and size 12 feet. The OR Heat XL with dry socks has worked for me for a few years. It’s a slight stretch to get into at my height but gets roomier once I burp it. I suppose I could have gone with a larger size but I like that it’s not too baggy.i like the dry socks because I can layer extra wool socks underneath according to the conditions. I wear Adidas clima-cool water shoes size13 (1 size larger) with the drysuit. |
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mark_bristol
Since 24 Apr 2009
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Kook
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| Sat Sep 21, 19 9:38 am |
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Be advised, Kokatat no longer offers any real warranty protection for their products, at least in my recent experience. I purchased a custom drysuit directly from their website less than one year ago. Purchasing from their website allows for selecting custom features, such as choosing ankle gaskets instead of the usual built-in booties. Each custom feature results in increased cost, pushing the final price for my suit to well over $1,000. Thought it would be worth it, since I was expecting to get at least 4 or 5 winter seasons of use before any repairs might be needed.
The suit developed leaks in the fabric after occasional use over just one winter season. Followed the instructions on the Kokatat website and returned the suit to Kokatat for a "warranty evaluation". They found the suit leaked, but their evaluation found "no warranty issues". As for their warranty, they stated any repair or replacement would be done "At Kokatat's option". Pretty clear declaration that their so-called warranty offers no substantial protection for the customer.
And get this. I was told "Kokatat suits are designed for paddlesports, not kitesurfing or windsurfing". Apparently, using a Kokatat suit for anything other than paddlesports is reason enough to deny any warranty claim.
Still trying to work this out with Kokatat, but nothing so far points towards a favorable result for me. |
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Makelo295
Since 09 Aug 2016
12 Posts
Hillsboro
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| Sat Sep 21, 19 11:29 am |
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| I have had good luck with Promotion. All my suits from them have lasted longer than I expect - I can't say that about some of the big name brands. |
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Mrlaroo
Since 02 Jan 2007
181 Posts
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| Sat Oct 12, 19 11:14 pm |
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| mark_bristol wrote: | Be advised, Kokatat no longer offers any real warranty protection for their products, at least in my recent experience. I purchased a custom drysuit directly from their website less than one year ago. Purchasing from their website allows for selecting custom features, such as choosing ankle gaskets instead of the usual built-in booties. Each custom feature results in increased cost, pushing the final price for my suit to well over $1,000. Thought it would be worth it, since I was expecting to get at least 4 or 5 winter seasons of use before any repairs might be needed.
The suit developed leaks in the fabric after occasional use over just one winter season. Followed the instructions on the Kokatat website and returned the suit to Kokatat for a "warranty evaluation". They found the suit leaked, but their evaluation found "no warranty issues". As for their warranty, they stated any repair or replacement would be done "At Kokatat's option". Pretty clear declaration that their so-called warranty offers no substantial protection for the customer.
And get this. I was told "Kokatat suits are designed for paddlesports, not kitesurfing or windsurfing". Apparently, using a Kokatat suit for anything other than paddlesports is reason enough to deny any warranty claim.
Still trying to work this out with Kokatat, but nothing so far points towards a favorable result for me. |
Any luck on them fixing it? |
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eric
Since 13 Jan 2006
1838 Posts
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| Sun Oct 13, 19 5:32 pm |
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| REI has climacool's size 12.5 and 13 at 54% off right now. |
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