10-19-2005, 11:38 PM
[cool][#0000ff]Hey edgy, you sound like a real thrillseeker. Float tubes down the river in cold weather? Don't know where you live, but most states are putting a lot of restrictions on what you can take down running water. I know here in Utah you need a pontoon at least 9 feet long, rated for the water you will be floating.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]How you gear up for the upper part of your body is pretty much a matter of preference. Unless there is a good chance of rain or snow, I just wear fleece and a windbreaker. I take along a raincoat or parka for wet conditions. If you can find a jacket that is warm, waterproof and comfortable, then that is the way to go.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I don't think I would recommend anything neoprene or restrictive on top. You need freedom of movement and you need to breathe. Again, I would just layer up according to the weather forecast and go for it.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I also doubt that you will ever need a belt on your waders, unless you plan to practice your kayak rolls in your tube. Extremely unlikely that you would ever ship enough water to cause a problem. But, better safe than sorry, if it is a concern.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Let us know what you settle on and how it works for you.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]How you gear up for the upper part of your body is pretty much a matter of preference. Unless there is a good chance of rain or snow, I just wear fleece and a windbreaker. I take along a raincoat or parka for wet conditions. If you can find a jacket that is warm, waterproof and comfortable, then that is the way to go.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I don't think I would recommend anything neoprene or restrictive on top. You need freedom of movement and you need to breathe. Again, I would just layer up according to the weather forecast and go for it.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I also doubt that you will ever need a belt on your waders, unless you plan to practice your kayak rolls in your tube. Extremely unlikely that you would ever ship enough water to cause a problem. But, better safe than sorry, if it is a concern.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Let us know what you settle on and how it works for you.[/#0000ff]
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