: I love my Kokatat Gore-tex dry suit for winter paddling. A few weeks ago I
: actually tested it out in 33 degree Lake Michigan water. After 10 minutes,
: still perfectly comfortable (internal clothing consisted of silk top &
: bottom; one layer of 200 polartech top and bottom; and an old wool vest).

: I plan to retrofit with goretex socks---this will totally eliminate the tight
: ankle gaskets and the wet feet. It is cheaper to get them when ordering
: the suit, so you might want to consider this option. Also, get the relief
: zipper!!
Ed-I agree wholeheartedly about the socks and zipper (especially the zipper); I sent my Kokatat GT suit back for a refit with the above items, and consider it the best $200.00 and change I've ever spent. The socks keep my feet much warmer and drier, the circulation is not hampered, and the suit is much easier to take off. As for the zipper, the first time I needed it, I was well up near the headwaters of a little, mucky tidal river, thankful that I didn't have to take off the whole suit while standing on the only semi-solid ground available for miles. All in all, much more comfortable than a wetsuit. I love it!-Greg