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Retro Meridian Dry Suit (GORE-TEX)

Dry
$1,299.00
$809.00
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Our most popular drysuit, the Kokatat Meridian dry suit has been the choice of dedicated paddlers worldwide.
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2 Reviews

  • 5
    Works just like expected

    Posted by Henry Davies on May 26th 2024

    This is my second Kokotat Gore-tex drysuit. My previous one is about 12 years old and I live in it about 6 weeks a year. Last year it was leaking due to abrasions with my PFD and paddle stroke. I patched the leaks, but it was time for a new one. I finally got around to trimming the neck gasket on this one and paddling with it. It fits well and keeps out water just like I expect. The plastic zips are easier to use. The older velcro cuffs kept the water out better when using neo gloves though.

  • 5
    Great Suit - again

    Posted by Bob Griffith on Mar 23rd 2024

    I'm 6'1" and 195. I ordered Large because my old suit was that size. XL would have been too much. Nylon zipper WAY nicer than metal toothed one on old suit. Love the footies. And easier to get in and out of compared to ankle gaskets. Tested in the Columbia River on 3/23 and fleece onesie was dry as a bone when I changed. I wished I had replaced my old suit sooner than I did.