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eric
Since 13 Jan 2006
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 Sat Jun 08, 19 7:06 pm LightOver wetsuit top that prevents evaporative cooling |
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Looking for a light weight top, easy ish to put on over wetsuit and under waist harness to keep the wind from keeping me too damn cold via evaporative cooling on wetsuit fabric, even in a 5/4/3. I tend to get cold even on warmer days from this effect. I prefer a layer without any extra fuzzy whatever that collects water like a sponge. Just a windblock that does not absorb water.
Any leads?
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wylieflyote
Since 30 Jun 2006
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| Sat Jun 08, 19 8:04 pm |
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And you do not like Promotion's Exo-skin?
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eric
Since 13 Jan 2006
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| Sat Jun 08, 19 8:56 pm |
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| Looking for a very thin, light weight top without the polypro fuzz on the inside. I do like their top, though. Nice product. I own an orange one. As the air temps warm, I would like a top that only functions as a wind block, though. |
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bobgatpdx
Since 04 Oct 2008
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| Sat Jun 08, 19 9:11 pm |
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Neil Pryde Edge Wind top with Armor Skin
https://www.npsurf.com/products/skin-tops-edge-wind-top
It is super thin and works like a charm.
I wear it over my wetsuit all the time.
When it’s warm you can wear it by itself as a wind blocking rash guard.
Runs small, buy one size larger than you normally wear.
I typically wear a Medium, but for these a Large is good for me.
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eric
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| Sat Jun 08, 19 9:40 pm |
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Perfect! Just ordered XXL.
Thanks much
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jaksavage
Since 02 Dec 2009
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| Sun Jun 09, 19 7:13 am |
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I guess that is the downside to foiling. You are just standing like a stick.
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eric
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bobgatpdx
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| Sun Jun 09, 19 10:32 am |
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I love that NP wind top, but be aware that they are kinda fragile and usually only last me one season. But still well worth it. They now have a front zip hoody made of the same material.
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Slappysan
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| Mon Jun 10, 19 2:27 pm |
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I get 2-3 seasons out of mine but I go 2 sizes up from what I'd normally wear.
I'm a medium in all NP stuff and use XL for my edge top. I found with the L top I was putting the most wear on it when I was pulling it off, the XL top comes off a lot easier. |
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eric
Since 13 Jan 2006
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| Wed Jun 12, 19 1:30 pm |
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My top showed up. I am 6'3" at 185lbs. I ordered the largest they make, XXL, and it fits tightly next to skin. No way it will go over wetsuit though. I am going to keep it and try it under wetsuit, regardless.
Just an FYI . I would say they run 2 sizes small, at least
Eric
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user124
Since 02 Aug 2012
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| Wed Jun 12, 19 2:01 pm |
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| Maybe you should just use a plastic bag |
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McLovin
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| Wed Jun 12, 19 2:07 pm |
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Didn't you hear - plastic bags are so 2000 and late...
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Slappysan
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| Thu Jun 13, 19 9:39 am |
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| eric wrote: | My top showed up. I am 6'3" at 185lbs. I ordered the largest they make, XXL, and it fits tightly next to skin. No way it will go over wetsuit though. I am going to keep it and try it under wetsuit, regardless.
Just an FYI . I would say they run 2 sizes small, at least
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I think you are underestimating how well these things stretch. Give it a try over the wetsuit and I'll bet you it'll be okay.
I do agree though they run 2 sizes too small to be comfortable. I'm a M and switched from using an L to an XL and am happier now. |
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sfbomber
Since 27 Jun 2012
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| Thu Jun 13, 19 11:56 am |
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Have you considered a splash jacket for paddling. I used to wear layers and layers and I would still get cold (& cold hands). Saw a guy wearing a splash jacket and he said his hands weren't cold. I wear one now and like it in cold weather for the reason you are looking. I now often wear less layers, less neoprene, until needed.
The other thing I started wearing is an impact vest under my full suit. That adds warmth, makes a 3/2, feel like a 4/3. I like the extra padding it gives under the harness. |
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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| Fri Jun 14, 19 5:35 pm |
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| A kayak top over your wetsuit really warms you up--when you're out of the water. In the water it really doesn't do anything. |
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