1.	Does Kokatat make custom colored drysuits?
2.	What options can I get for my GORE-TEX© drysuit?
3.	Does Kokatat sell any products directly to the consumer?
4.	Do you repair garments and replace gaskets?
5.	I’ve seen your GORE-TEX© drysuits being used by pro paddlers and in many expeditions around the world. Who do I contact to submit my expedition or paddling resume?
6.	What is the difference between a Front Entry (GFE) and a Meridian (GME) drysuit?
7.	Can I wash my Kokatat garment?
8.	Will salt clog up the semi permeable micro porous GORE-TEX© membrane?
9.	I want to send my garment back to Kokatat for a look-see, what should I do?
10.	Can I trim my latex neck gasket?
11.	What size am I?
12.	How do I store my dry suit/dry top?
13.	My local dealer doesn't carry the Kokatat product I want in the store.
14.	What is the difference between a wetsuit and a drysuit?

1.	Does Kokatat make custom colored drysuits?
	You can special order any of our GORE-TEX© drysuits in any color of GORE-TEX© material that we stock for that given year. Check with your local dealer or give us a call for current color options. This Special Order would add 6-8 weeks to the delivery of the drysuit, as well as an additional cost.
2.	What options can I get for my GORE-TEX© drysuit?
	GORE-TEX© or latex socks, color matched sleeve and thigh pockets, relief zippers, and reflective tape are all options that can be added to a new or existing suit. Please check with your local dealer or give us a call to check on prices and availability.
3.	Does Kokatat sell any products directly to the consumer?
	The only products that we sell directly are repair and/or replacement items. This would include gaskets, gasket replacement kits, GORE-TEX© field repair kits, 303 Protectant, and Aquaseal.
4.	Do you repair garments and replace gaskets?
	Yes we do, but unfortunately we only work on our own products. Our repair department can also retrofit many of our drysuit options on existing drysuits.
5.	I’ve seen your GORE-TEX© drysuits being used by pro paddlers and in many expeditions around the world. Who do I contact to submit my expedition or paddling resume?
	Please send expedition and event product sponsorship, and team queries to our PR/Field Marketing liaison Lisa Beckstead (lisa_beckstead@kokatat.com).
6.	What is the difference between a Front Entry (GFE) and a Meridian (GME) dry suit?
	Simple Answer: The GME has an overskirt the GFE does not. Extended version: An over skirt is an extra piece of fabric covering the chest and back and has a waist band at the bottom. It's designed to layer with a neoprene spray skirt tunnel. It helps keeps water that lands on the deck of the boat or on your head from making its way between the suit and spray skirt tunnel and ending up in your boat. If you paddle a closed-cockpit kayak in rough water (in a river, lake or ocean), the over skirt will help keep the cockpit drier.
7.	Can I wash my Kokatat garment?
	Yes! Washing is a good thing. Your technical garment will perform better when it's clean. Check out the General Care Instructions in the Customer Service link at the top of the page for more information about washing any Kokatat garment.
8.	Will salt clog up the semi permeable micro porous GORE-TEX© membrane?
	No, this is a myth! Salt molecules are far too large to fit into the tiny holes in the GORE-TEX© membrane. If you don't wash all the saltwater off your garment after a trip to the ocean the remaining salt on the face fabric will attract moisture (so rinse it off!), but GORE-TEX© will breathe when the face fabric is completely saturated (even underwater).
9.	I want to send my garment back to Kokatat for a look-see, what should I do?
	Give us a call for a return number. Our customer service folks can answer your questions and give you all the info you need to start the return process. Click on the Warranty and Factory Repair link for contact information.
10.	Can I trim my latex neck gasket?
	Yes (but Kokatat wrist gaskets are not designed to be trimmed - see below)! Neck gaskets are designed to be trimmed to fit. If you feel as though you are getting less oxygen than normal when wearing the gasket, you may want to trim your gasket. Turn your garment inside-out, and notice the rings running parallel down the gaskets. Make all cuts in-between the rings. Be sure to closely visually inspect the trimmed edge for nicks; the cut must be straight. Nicks need to be trimmed out before you try it on. Be careful and cut one ring at a time until you get it right; you can't put the latex back on! Wrist gaskets are not designed to be trimmed: try stretching the wrist gaskets over a form (can or bottle) before using the garment. If you have questions, please call us before trimming your gasket.
11.	What size am I?
	Check our size chart on the website or in a catalog. It is as accurate as thirty seven years of experience allows and takes one layer of insulation (such as our drysuit liner) into account. If you fall into the upper range of the measurements listed on the size chart, we recommend that you purchase the next largest size. If you are able, try to find a dealer and put on the garment before you buy!
12.	How do I store my drysuit/drytop?
	See the link to our Drysuit Storage and Care Instructions in the Self Repair Guides section.
13.	My local dealer doesn't carry the Kokatat product I want in the store.
	Kokatat will ship any product to any active account for you to try on for size. We even have some dry suits and paddling suits that you can take for an “on-water demo”! Have your favorite dealer give us a call on your behalf as we will ship only to established retail accounts.
14.	What is the difference between a wetsuit and a dry suit?
	Wetsuits keep a layer of water against your skin that must be warmed by your body heat. Your body works to warm the water which uses up energy that could have been spent on your sport. When hit with more cold water, you must warm it up again. Wetsuits perform poorly in the air and wind and have high evaporative heat loss. So if you use a wetsuit we highly recommend wearing a paddling jacket over it. Dry suits keep water completely outside. You can also regulate the warmth of a dry suit system by adding or removing layers underneath. Those made with GORE-TEX® fabric allow body moisture to escape keeping you even drier.