What clothes for stand up paddling ?
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Current water temperature & Weather forecast (external link)
Remember to check the weather and water conditions before paddling and dress accordingly. Always bring what you need to paddle safely and comfortably.
What do most people wear when Stand Up Paddling and in which month?
Apr-May (spring) Water temp. 6-18°C
Protection
- Dry suit, possibly thermal layer underneath
- Wetsuit approx. 5 mm, long arms/ legs
- Sports trousers/leggings + long-sleeved shirt
- Neoprene shoes, high. from 15 Gr. barefoot is possible
- Beanie (Neoprene hat)
- Neoprene gloves
Jun-Aug (summer) Water temp. 18-25°C
Protection
- Wetsuit approx. 3 mm, short arms/ legs
- Swimwear + (long-sleeved) shirt UV-protection shirt
- Neoprene shoes, deep (against shells etc.)
Sep-Nov (autumn) Water temp. 20-12°C
Protection
- Dry suit, possibly thermal layer underneath
- Wetsuit approx. 3 or 5 mm, long or short arms/ legs
- Sports trousers/leggings + long-sleeved shirt
- Neoprene shoes, high or low
- beanie (Neoprene hat)
- Neoprene gloves
Dec-March (winter) Water temp. 6-8°C
Protection
- Dry suit, possibly thermal layer underneath
- Neoprene suit approx. 5 mm, long arms/ legs
- Neoprene shoes, high
- beanie (Neoprene hat)
- Neoprene gloves
With you all year
- Waterproof bag
- Waterproof/windproof jacket
- Life jacket (compulsory)
- Mobile phone in waterproof case
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Water bottle. In winter with tea