Lotus Designs

Lotus Designs

Lotus Designs is a kayaking-based subsidiary of Patagonia that offers performance-level gear for kayakers, including stretch dry tops and semi-dry tops with long and short sleeve options. Lotus Designs paddle tops have the modern double-tunnel dry top design with a drawstring inner skirt; additionally, Lotus Designs adds advanced waterproof protection with layered, extremely breathable H2No® fabric, taped seams and waterproof Deluge® finishes. The StretchCoat® collar and watertight sleeve gaskets common to most of Lotus Designs’ kayak tops are also there to keep water from entering next to your skin. In addition to paddle tops, Lotus Designs produces PFDs (life vests) designed specifically for paddling ease in a kayak or canoe.

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Lotus Designs Paddle Top - 2006, Long Sleeve (For Men)
 
Good for Dinghy Sailing
By mk from virgina on 12/27/2007
Pros:
Good Value
Best Uses:
Dinghy Sailing, Sailboat Racing
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments:
This is a great light weight top for spray and splashes.It isn't that warm but breathes real well. It doesn't do to well in the rain since the seals aren't taped so it will leak threw the seam of the neck gasket. But I love it over a wet suit or rash guard. I also love how it packs up small and light. I payed something like [$] for it and you can't beat it at that price. Much better then any other spray top i have used that was less then [$]For when it's cold or nasty out I have an amazing Henri Lloyd top.
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Lotus Designs Paddle Top - 2006, Long Sleeve (For Men)
 
Lotus Paddle Jacket
By Kokotele from Klamath Riv, Ca on 12/26/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Value, High Quality
Best Uses:
Kayaking
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments:
Good value, functions well as intended
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Lotus Designs Skanorak Kayaking Jacket - 2006 (For Men)
 
Excellent for on and offshore use.
By MikeVerified Reviewer from Benicia, CA on 12/03/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easy To Put On And Take Off
Best Uses:
Boating, hiking in rain, Paddling
Describe Yourself:
Weekend Warrior
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments:
An excellent paddling jacket that does double duty as a foul weather shell for hiking and all around outdoor use. Typical quality Patagonia design and construction with easily accessed pockets, and it can be worn comfortably over or under a PFD (personal flotation device). The bright orange color will certainly help make you more visible on the water. Whether or not this color is suitable everywhere else is up to you... The only difference between this '06 piece and the current version is the Lotus logo on the cuff and label because Patagonia dropped that brand name for their paddling gear. Also, this is a full zip parka, not an anorak like the original Skanorak. As far as sizing goes, I'm 5'9" 170 lbs. and the medium fits me perfectly.
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Lotus Designs EKG Shortie Paddle Top (For Men and Women)
 
feeling great
By Todd the boater from sandpoint, idaho on 10/24/2007
Pros:
Comfortable
Cons:
Chafes Or Itches
Best Uses:
Boating, Colder Water, Paddling
Describe Yourself:
Competitive Athlete
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments:
Overall this is a great product and i feel it will have years of good use for myself.
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Lotus Designs Paddle Top - 2006, Long Sleeve (For Men)
 
superior class
By muddyfeet from Grand Rapids MI on 09/11/2007
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Put On And Take Off
Cons:
Chafes Or Itches
Best Uses:
Boating, Colder Water, Paddling
Describe Yourself:
Competitive Athlete
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments:
excelent when combined with spray skirt in cold conditions; kayaking. however the neoprene cuffs chafe a little, I imagine that is simply a result of the lack of use.
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