Palm Equipment

WW Dry Tops, Semi-Dry Tops & Touring Paddle Tops

The new range of Palm Equipment's 2011 Paddle Tops, all available in New Zealand.

Featuring industry leading technology, the Atom is our most technically advanced whitewater jacket. A high performance 3-layer men's expedition jacket guaranteed to perform in the harshest environments.

Usage: Expedition paddling, river running, steep creeking, playboating, surfing, raft guiding, river leadership and instruction.

• Natural latex gaskets at neck and wrists with adjustable outer cuffs featuring laser-cut drainage vents
• Super articulated cut with pre-bent sleeves and no underarm seams
• YKK® AquaGuard zipped chest pocket
• Padded Kevlar® impact protection at elbows
• Nylon 330D abrasion resistance at forearms
• Velcro® adjustable neoprene waistband with asymmetric cut for improved fit
• Contoured inner waist with sticky elastic edging
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Laser-cut 3M Reflective detail on sleeves, collar and cuffs

Materials: XP 3-layer fabric/Nylon 330D and Kevlar® reinforcement
Colours: Saffron/Jet Grey/Mist
Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Code:Pa-AW235
Colours: Red/Jet Grey/Mist
Sizes: M, L | Code:Pa-AW235

RRP NZ$ 609.95

Sets the standard for a hard working dry jacket suitable for a huge range of paddlers and conditions. Midweight XP 2.5-layer fabric and natural latex gaskets create a versatile jacket which will perform wherever you use it.

Usage: River running, steep creeking, playboating, surfing, raft guiding, river leadership and instruction.

• Natural latex gaskets at neck and wrists with adjustable outer cuffs featuring laser-cut drainage vents
• Super articulated cut with pre-bent sleeves and no underarm seams
• YKK® AquaGuard zipped chest pocket
• Nylon 330D abrasion resistance at elbows and forearms
• Velcro® adjustable neoprene waistband with asymmetric cut for improved fit
• Contoured inner waist with sticky elastic edging
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Laser-cut 3M Reflective detail on sleeves, collar and cuffs

Fabrics: XP 2.5-layer fabric/Nylon 330D reinforcement
Colours: Red/Jet Grey/Mist
Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Code: Pa-AW315
Colours: Blue/Jet Grey/Mist
Sizes: M, L | Code: Pa-AW315

RRP NZ$ 468.95

An alpine style midweight jacket offering dynamic performance, with the added comfort of a flexible ultrastretch neoprene neck gasket. A fantastic all rounder ideal for a wide range of uses.

Usage: River running, playboating, surfing, raft guiding, river leadership and instruction.

• Flexible UltraStretch neoprene neck gasket increases comfort for those with latex allergies and when used in salt water
• Natural latex gaskets at wrists with adjustable outer cuffs featuring laser-cut drainage vents
• Super articulated cut with pre-bent sleeves and no underarm seams
• YKK® AquaGuard zipped chest pocket
• Nylon 330D abrasion resistance at elbows and forearms
• Velcro® adjustable neoprene waistband with asymmetric cut for improved fit
• Contoured inner waist with sticky elastic edging
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Laser-cut 3M Reflective detail on sleeves and cuffs

Fabrics: XP 2.5-layer fabric/Nylon 330D reinforcement/UltraStretch neoprene
Colours: Saffron/Jet Grey/Mist
Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Code: Pa-AW325

RRP NZ$ 419.95

Delivering unbeatable performance, comfort and manoeuvrability. Designed for spring and summer days on the water where a long sleeve is unnecessary, but conditions require a garment that will keep you drier than a splash jacket.

River running, playboating, surfing and raft guiding.

• Flexible UltraStretch neoprene neck and arm gaskets increase comfort for those with latex allergies and when used in salt water
• Articulated cut with shaped shoulders and no underarm seams
• YKK® AquaGuard zipped chest pocket
• Velcro® adjustable neoprene waistband with asymmetric cut for improved fit
• Contoured inner waist with sticky elastic edging
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Laser-cut 3M Reflective detail on sleeves

Uses: All round river running and touring.
Fabrics: XP 2.5-layer fabric/UltraStretch neoprene
Colours: Saffron/Mist, Lime/Mist (insert)
Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Codse: Pa-AW255

RRP NZ$ 380.00

An approach level, fully latex gasketed kayaking top constructed from 2-layer midweight, waterproof and breathable fabric.

Features include:

• Natural latex gaskets at neck and wrists with adjustable over-cuffs
• Double waist system
• Super Stretch neoprene for ease of use and comfort
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Reflective piping on front and back for increased visibility

Uses: All round river running.
Colours: Blue.
Sizes: S - XL

RRP NZ$ 399.00

A new approach level semi-dry top for 2007 at a fantastic price. It features the same comfortable neoprene seal neck and latex wrists seal as the Kinetic. Velcro adjustable overcuffs.
The twin waist system has an asymmetric cut for improved fit and reduced bulk. Velcro adjustable waist and secondary draw cord waist adjustment with gripper elastic to prevent ride up. All seams are fully taped throughout.

Fabric: Breathable X.P.50™ mid weight nylon.
Uses: All round river running and touring.
Colours: Chili Red.
Sizes: S - XL
RRP NZ$ 329.00

Vapour Multi-Sport Top

A lightweight, comfortable, packable multisport jacket with front cargo pocket.

Cut: Articulated cut for dynamic paddling with long lower back for biking
Neck seal: Velcro adjustable neck
Wrist seals: Velcro adjustable neoprene cuffs
Waist: Elasticated drawcord with drop back
Features: Front cargo pocket

Fabric: XP 2-layer Lite fabric
Colour: Blue
Sizes: S, M, L, XL

RRP NZ$ 239.00

Hardwearing 420D PU coated Nylon for extended durability. With clear labeling on the outside to indicate size and with simple effective adjustment at neck, wrists and waist this jacket is designed for group and rental use, client jacket for rafting customers, etc. Also suitable as a budget paddle top for entry-level recreational use.

Features include:

• Velcro adjustable neoprene neck and wrist seals
• Action cut
• Large front pocket with Velcro closure and mesh drain
• Elasticated drawcord at waist
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Easy to read colour coded size labelling

Fabric: 420D PU coated nylon
Colour: Red/Black
Sizes: S, M, L, XL

RRP NZ$ 159.00

A traditional Greenland Inuit style 2.5-layer jacket designed to be easy to put on and take off whilst paddling.

Features include:

• Front zip opens wide for fresh air ventilation
• Velcro adjustable cuffs
• Articulated sleeve panelling with no underarm seams
• Water resistant zipped chest pocket with mesh back for venting
• Volume-adjustable hood with wired peak
• Elasticated drawcord at waist
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Reflective detail at sleeves

Fabric: XP100 2.5-layer fabric
Colours: Saffron/Black
Sizes: S - XL. XXL on order only.

RRP NZ$ 319.00