Spotlight Pick
Hydrus 3.0 Swift Entry Dry Suit - Men's
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
The Kokotat Hydrus 3.0 Meridian Dry Suit: an affordable, high-quality dry suit with waterproof protection, breathable comfort, and convenient features.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The Kokotat Hydrus 3.0 Meridian Dry Suit
Dry suits may be expensive, but the Kokatat Hydrus 3.0 Meridian Dry Suit gets us into a quality suit at a more affordable price. The brand's own Hydrus 3.0 membrane provides both waterproof and breathable protection, offering a cost-effective alternative to GORE-TEX. The suit's latex gaskets with neoprene covers create a secure seal at the neck and wrist, ensuring that waves and water stay out. With waterproof zippers on the chest pocket and relief zipper, we can be confident that we'll stay dry in any conditions. Additionally, the suit features an overskirt that keeps our kayak drier while rolling or playing, and the diagonal, front-entry zipper makes it easy to put on and take off the suit. Manufactured in the USA, the Meridian includes many of the premium features found in Kokatat's higher-end dry suits, all at a budget-friendly price.
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Specs
Shell Material [face fabric] Hydrus 3.0 (3 layer), [seat, knee patches] 330D Hydrus Tough
Neck Material neoprene, latex gasket
Splash Collar neoprene
Hood none
Cuff Gasket latex
Cuff Closure neoprene
Ankle Closure neoprene, latex gaskets, hook-and-loop closure
Socks built-in, Hydrus 3.0
Fit regular
Venting none
Pockets 1 zippered chest
Activity paddling
Manufacturer Warranty limited lifetime
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