Kayak fishing is a sport that requires gear that can handle tough
conditions. As kayakers, we are often shoving our gear into dry bags,
storage hatches, we slip on rocks, get caught on briars walking down to
the put in. Needless to say, that any day on the water we are putting
all our gear to the test, especially our clothes. In this post I will be
reviewing a few pieces from Kokatat, one being the Bahia Tour PFD,
another one is the Gore-Tex Pullover Jacket, and the Gore-Tex pant.
The Kokatat Bahia Tour PFD is built with the kayak fisherman in mind.
There are several features that really make time on the water more
enjoyable. One of my favorites is the back of the pfd only has foam in
the upper portion of the back, which allows for me to rest my back
comfortably against my kayak seat, instead of being pushed forward like
pfd’s with a full back. Also, the lower portion is mesh, which allows
for great ventilation. Also, there is plenty of storage for items needed
to keep handy in the front bellow pockets, including a dedicated pliers
slot. One item I always keep in the pockets is my SPF chapstick.
Spending long days in the sun and often in the wind, it can really take a
toll on my lips, and I love having it in such a convenient spot. This
also ensures it doesn’t fall out of my pocket and into the river.
The next item is the Kokatat Gore-Tex Pullover Jacket. This jacket is
phenomenal. I live in the southeast, where we don’t get crazy cold
temperatures but we sure do get plenty of rain. This jacket packs down
extremely well. I can put it in the small bag attached to ...more
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