Getting cold can lead to hypothermia and frostbite but mostly just makes you miserable and can spoil a day on the river.
How the kit works?
we use a dry top to keep us dry and warm, some companies that make these are sweet protection, kokatat, etc. for cold weather a dry suit is used as it keeps your full body dry, however these don't keep you warm as there is no insulation in them, so thermals are needed. Thermals trap a thin layer of air between you and the material, this layer of air is warmed up by your body heat.
Head: neoprene skull cap preventing brain freeze
Hands: neoprene gloves or pogies to keep your hands warm and functional
Feet: seal skin or neoprene socks work best to keep your feet warm and dry. Booties are helpful if walking is necessary during your paddle.
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