Who makes Kokatat?

Who makes Kokatat?

ARCATA, CA (July 28, 2021) – After 50 years under the direction and ownership of its founder, Steve O’Meara, Kokatat has been purchased by the company’s Director of Operations Mark Loughmiller.

Where is Kokatat made?

Arcata, CA
Over 90% of Kokatat revenues are generated from goods manufactured in our Arcata, CA factory; reducing extensive supply chain impacts. Our factory is powered by one of the largest private solar arrays in Humboldt County. We are powered by the sun!

What does Kokatat mean?

into the water
A friend suggested the name Kokatat. Meaning “into the water” in the language of the indigenous Klamath River people, the new name fit perfectly with O’Meara’s commitment to paddlesports and keeping production in Arcata.

How much is a dry suit?

A dry suit will be one of your largest investments as diver. You can get into a decent entry level suit for around $1500 (USD). This may not cover the cost of an undergarment, so make sure to ask your sales person what accessories are included with the suit and which ones you will need to add to the overall cost.

What is a semi dry wetsuit?

What is a semi-dry suit? Semi-dry suits are effectively a thick wetsuit with better-than-usual seals at the wrist, neck and ankles. The seals limit the volume of water entering and leaving the suit. These suits are typically used where the water temperature is between 10 and 20 °C (50 and 68 °F).

How do you size a dry suit?

The following measurements should be taken on the person’s front:

1. Head. Above the eyebrows straight around head.
2. Neck. Around neck at widest point.
3. Wrist. Across wrist bone (make sure hand is relaxed).
4. Forearm. Widest point below elbow (arm relaxed).
5. Biceps. Widest point on the upper arm (arm relaxed).
6. Armhole.
7. Chest.
8. Waist.

Are dry suits worth it?

A dry suit is an investment, just like your wet suit was. Yes, they do cost more, but you can truly use a dry suit year-round. All you have to do is adjust the weight of your undergarments. I wear heavy ones in the winter and very light weight in the summer.

Why are dry suits so expensive?

Drysuits can be considerably more expensive than wetsuits due to the precision and materials required to make them waterproof. The zippers used for drysuits were originally created by NASA to keep air inside an astronaut’s suit. Drysuits can be fitted with a fly for the purpose of urination.

What’s the difference between a dry suit and a semi dry suit?

Semi drysuits are used in cooler water temperatures than for a wetsuit, whereas drysuits are designed for even colder water temperatures. Drysuits have better and tighter fitting seals to keep the water out. Whereas semi drysuits have seals that are designed to flush water.

Are semi dry wetsuits good?

Semi-dry wetsuits are a great option, especially when you plan to dive in cold waters. These suits prevent cold water from entering and keep you warm for longer. Plus, most semi-dry wetsuits feature an ergonomic design with improved thermal insulation capabilities, making them quite comfortable for use.

How do you measure a waterproof drysuit?

1. ASK SOMEONE TO TAKE YOUR BODY MEASUREMENTS. When taking your measurements, it is important that you stand up straight and that you keep the measuring tape as close to the body as possible.
2. CHECK THE SIZE CHARTS.
3. MARK YOUR MEASUREMENTS IN THE SIZE CHART.
4. CHOOSE YOUR SIZE.
5. CHECK IF THE SUIT IS AVAILABLE.
6. DISCLAIMER.

What kind of dry suit does kokatat use?

Kokatat’s highly regarded Meridian Dry Suit is the definitive whitewater and sea kayaking dry suit. Made with 3.21oz Evolution GORE-TEX® Pro Shell 3-layer fabric and Cordura® seat and knee reinforcement panels for supreme durability.

What kind of dry suit does Dane Jackson wear?

A limited lifetime warranty and Kokatat’s custom sizing and option program ensures completely dry comfort for the life of the garment. Originally developed in collaboration with whitewater kayaking world champions EJ and Dane Jackson, the Kokatat GORE-TEX® Icon rear-entry dry suit pushes the upper limits of dry suit performance.

What kind of socks are in the meridian dry suit?

The Meridian features an adjustable overskirt, GORE-TEX® socks, relief zipper, zippered chest pocket, latex gaskets, and neoprene punch through over cuffs. A limited lifetime warranty and Kokatat’s custom sizing and option program ensures completely dry comfort for the life of the garment.

What kind of Hood does kokatat passage have?

The Passage has a fully adjustable lightweight hood that can be removed or stowed in its fleece lined outer collar and a deep asymmetric front zipper that provides additional weather protection for its adjustable inner gusseted splash collar.