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Old 10-20-2010, 02:11 PM   #2
flydigital
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Join Date: Aug 2009
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Welcome..

Lots of choices but if you want to be warm, dry and comfortable I would really recommend breathable stockingfoot waders with a paddle jacket over the top... layer up underneith as needed (non-cotton is best). Works all year 'round even in the heat of summer (just take off the jacket and wear shorts under the waders). Protects from the sun too. If you get waders make sure to get some shoes to go over the wader's booties to protect them from ripping (I use thin diving shoes).

If you're not into waders then your can do paddle pants (but your back/butt will get wet and cold), or a full wetsuit (can get really cold if its windy). In the summers (if the water ever warms up) you can get away with shorts and t-shirt (and lots of sunscreen).

If you stick with kayak fishing you are going to get the wader setup eventually so might as well start off with it from the get go and save some money! There is a good deal on hodgman zipper waders right now.
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