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Topic: Where to buy wetsuit/waders?  (Read 3183 times)

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G-Whiz

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On to the next phase of this hobby, finding the right clothing to wear, so I need to know:

What is the best Bay Area place to buy "Farmer John" style wetsuits and other water apparel for kayaking? Look for the place that has the widest selection; size and quantity.


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I buy most of my stuff from Austun Kayak.  No tax, free shipping and discount coupons for 15% off frequently available on line.  I would prefer to buy locally but the prices at Austin are too good to pass up.  Between the tax, shipping and discount  coupons, the total discount is around 25%.  They have all of the NRS stuff.  I believe they have a 15% coupon available now.


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Got my FJ at Outback, and got my 10% NCKA discount.  But got my tempest pants at Aquan (same discount).
Easier to return if things go wrong, and good customer service.  I do buy online, but the FJ and tempest pants were about even.
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Thanks for the feedback!

I ended up going to Sunrise; I also like to buy locally and give the local shops some business and can't beat the 'customer service' there.

Ended up going full NRS with the 3mil farmerbill, paddle shoe, hydro skin and the 2mil socks.

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Next time try Clavey River Equipment. They really made the difference at Albion Open last year with all the sponsorship pledges. Small local business too. real small.
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Next time try Clavey River Equipment.

Maybe I need to take a trip up there..... been eyeing a cart and saw it on their website....
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