Dry suits

[Chris Noto]

Thanks, all, for this thread! I took a dunking in 45 degree water many years ago, and have been very leery of sailing in the spring, here in the US southeast, where the lake water is quite cold well into spring. Most of the non-advertising information that's available has been about kayaking, so I'm really grateful to y'all!

[john welsford]

The best one I've seen is the Ocean Rodeo "Ignite" model from Mustang.
These are ideal for all day wear, particularly in very cold conditions.

https://mustangsurvival.com/collecti...odeo-dry-suits

John Welsford

[Autonomous]

Mustang has been very slow bringing this line to market since they acquired it. They don't list a price for the Ignite model on their website. Their Soul model has similar styling and, I assume, less expensive fabric. I just sent an inquiry (again) as to actual availability.
The ability to ventilate would be great. Kayak spray skirt compatibility is mandatory for me.

[Autonomous]

From Mustang today.

"Thank you for your message.

Unfortunately, none of our dry suits are compatible with a kayak spray skirt.

The Ignite is discontinued so we do not have it for sale on our website anymore. You may still be able to find some sizes at a dealer near you. Please use our store locator tool below. If you're looking for a current model similar to the Ignite, I would suggest the GO."

I found an online review of the Ignite suit by a kayaker. He did not mention spray skirt compatibility but did have some video of paddling. I suspect if the suit weren't compatible, he would have said something. He did mention a strap adjustor in the middle of his back that he had to fiddle with account of it being between him and the seat back.