
Though southerlies might blow,
The temperatures are low,
The sun it may not show,
A paddling we’ll still go!
Tips for Warm Winter Paddling:
Bring a warm change of clothes for after, including warm socks, a beanie and scarf. These can be left in our lock up bin.
Wear layers including a shower proof jacket, and consider thermal top, pants and booties. Thermal pants are most important as they keep your bottom warm even if wet. FLASH SALE: ALL ADRENALINE THERMAL GEAR $30, ask me about it!
Bring a dry bag on the kayak to contain layers as you strip them off, you will get warm once you begin!
Optional sauna at Q Station! After paddling to Q Station, some choose to run the stairs, whilst others may opt for warm sauna option (https://qstation.com.au/cedar-and-salt/)
Why do we paddle in winter?
We are not mad, the benefits of winter paddling are many:
Switch on your internal furnace and torch more calories
Ramp up your immune system with exposure to cooler temps
Save on power bills, you will be naturally warm for the rest of the day
Enhance your mood
Vitamin D synthesis with exposure to reduced UV sunlight
Avoid germy gyms
Allow yourself to experience the winter season in all its natural glory Just get out there, there are no excuses really - you are mad not to.
Fully agree. Lovely to join this group