Zenith Jacket
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Palm’s driest and most durable multisport paddle jacket.
Cold water and tough conditions are part of the journey when you’re pushing your paddling to the next level — but getting totally soaked shouldn’t be. That’s why we highly recommend the Palm Zenith Jacket. It’s the driest, most durable jacket we offer for Coast to Coast training. With latex wrist gaskets, a GlideSkin neck that seals tighter than standard neoprene, and a rugged XP 2.5-layer shell built for repeated use, it’s ideal for Grade 2 Courses, early spring Gorge trips, or as your emergency race-day layer. The twin waist and chest pocket add function without bulk, and it packs down well enough to carry when needed. It’s the jacket Canterbury Kayaking founder Sam Milne wears himself — because when conditions turn bad, this is the one he trusts to stay warm, dry, and comfortable.
- Waterproof, durable XP 2.5-layer fabric built to go the distance
- 3D cut for unrestricted freedom of movement
- Latex wrist gaskets keep sleeves dry
- GlideSkin neck gasket provides a drier seal than standard neoprene
- Twin waist keeps your wet spray skirt off your core
- Velcro-adjustable neoprene waistband helps to keep water out of your boat
- UltraStretch neoprene outer cuffs protect wrist gaskets and improve sealing
- YKK AquaGuard zip chest pocket for essentials
- Reflective details for added visibility in low light
- Suitable for Canterbury Kayaking Grade 2 Courses and Guided Trips
- Meets Coast to Coast compulsory gear requirements for a waterproof, long-sleeved, paddle-specific jacket
- Weight: 550g (S), 582g (M), 624g (L), 659g (XL), 696g (XXL)
- Materials: XP 2.5-layer fabric, breathability 5,000 g/m²/24hr (A-1 method), waterproofness 10,000 mm
- Fabric composition: 100% nylon (polyurethane coated)
- To get the best fit, compare your body measurements to the size charts below.
- Height – From the floor to the top of your head, best measured against a wall.
- Chest – Measure horizontally under the armpits around the fullest part of your chest and shoulder blades.
- Waist – Measure the waist circumference at the smallest part of your waist.
- Inside leg – Measure from your ankle bone to your groin.
Metric Size Chart
| Size | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Inside leg (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 166 – 170 | 78 – 86 | 64 – 72 | 74 – 76 |
| S | 170 – 174 | 86 – 94 | 72 – 80 | 76 – 78 |
| M | 174 – 178 | 94 – 102 | 80 – 88 | 78 – 80 |
| L | 178 – 182 | 102 – 110 | 88 – 96 | 80 – 82 |
| XL | 182 – 186 | 110 – 118 | 96 – 104 | 82 – 84 |
| XXL | 186 – 190 | 118 – 126 | 104 – 112 | 84 – 86 |
Imperial Size Chart
| Size | Height (ft) | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Inside leg (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 5'5" – 5'7" | 31 – 34 | 25 – 28 | 29 – 30 |
| S | 5'7" – 5'9" | 34 – 37 | 28 – 31 | 30 – 31 |
| M | 5'9" – 5'10" | 37 – 40 | 31 – 35 | 31 |
| L | 5'10" – 6' | 40 – 43 | 35 – 38 | 31 – 32 |
| XL | 6' – 6'1" | 43 – 46 | 38 – 41 | 32 – 33 |
| XXL | 6'1" – 6'3" | 46 – 50 | 41 – 44 | 33 – 34 |