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It is important to know what clothing we need when we are about to paddle a kayak or canoe for the first time, and even if it is not our debut in sailing, it is also good to be familiar with some basic rules. What you should wear depends on the paddling conditions, the weather conditions and what the possibility of unexpectedly flipping in the water. When the air and water temperatures are suitable for swimming, is enough to be dressed as for a normal day at the beach. However, keep in mind that it is desirable that the clothes you wear protect you from the sun and that their fabric is breathable. When the air temperature is relatively high and the water temperature is not suitable for swimming and we judge it as cold for us (the judgment is individual), we need to be more careful in our choice of clothing. If we are going to paddle in calm waters (dams, lakes), we dress according to the air temperature. When paddling in fast water or in sea conditions where the chance of getting wet or capsizing is significantly greater, we need to tailor our clothing accordingly. IMPORTANT! Prepare, in a waterproof bag, an extra set of clothes to change into! The "key concept" in cold weather is SLOPES. Several thin layers of clothing will retain heat and you will be much more mobile with them than one thick layer. Remember, it's better to be comfortable, and when you have several thin layers of clothing, you can always take one of them off. The first layer of clothing (closest to the body) should be cotton or wool, or synthetic fibers, in either case the goal is to absorb perspiration. The second layer should be wool or a similar synthetic fabric.

Do you have kayaking coming up but don't want your gear to be rusty in the water? Luckily, there are plenty of options to prevent this and keep everything you've brought dry and in great shape. You can find waterproof kayak equipment in specialist kayak and yacht shops. Also in hunting shops and places that sell military gear. What should you get? Dry bags (sometimes called "wet bags"!) You can buy dry bags in all sizes and shapes. The most common are those where the method of fastening is to roll up the top of the bag and then fasten with a buckle. Zipped dry bags can also be found on the market. Most are made of vinyl, nylon and polyester. The dry bag should be made of a durable and reinforced fabric that will not tear on first contact with the areas where you will be placing it. We advise you to choose brightly coloured bags. Waterproof backpack (Soft packs) These are leak proof dry bags with shoulder straps for easy transport and carrying. Larger in size than regular dry bags, they hold more luggage. They are not convenient for multi-day expeditions due to their larger volume, which makes fitting into the kayak more complicated. The materials they are made of are higher density than regular dry bags, stronger, more resistant, more expensive. They are ideal for transporting luggage TO the kayak. "Cans" Perfect for food storage. Cheap, you can buy them almost anywhere. The most suitable for kayaking are 2 l. and 5 l. cans. Make sure there is a rubber or silicone seal between the lid and the canister. Well, if there isn't, you can make one yourself. Dry boxes Or the other name for the watertight boxes. Different strengths of boxes are available on the market.