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Dry Suit: NRS Paddling Dry Suit

NRS Paddling Dry Suit

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Definition: A dry suit is a full-body waterproof suit containing rubber neck, wrist, and ankle gaskets which keep the water out. Dry Suits are used in kayaking, rafting, canoeing, waterskiing, and scuba diving to keep the person wearing it dry and warm.
Examples: A dry suit is the warmest article of clothing a paddler can wear.

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