ancient Polynesian way, tapping ink onto the skin using hand tools. His designs carry meaning. Traditionally, kakau would be given for specific reasons, like protection or to honor the ancestors, but you won’t be breaking any kapu, or prohibitions.
lifestyle FOO T WEAR , APPAREL AND A C CESSORIES
VICTORY KOREDRY BOOTH 98078
$60
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KOREDRY WATER-REPELLANT CAPRI PANTS
Sleek Lycra capri pants made with water-repellant, breathable Koredry fabric. Even when submerged, the fabric stays dry at its core so it continues to insulate and dries quickly. Stop tolerating wet, uncomfortable pants.
VICTORY KOREDRY BOOTH 38978
$65–$80
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VICTORY BOUNCE-LESS BRA
Eliminates breast movement, relieves strain on back and shoulders,
and won’t stretch out when wet. While most athletic bras lift, enabling movement, this bra works by doing the opposite. The Victory Bounceless Bra holds breasts securely in their natural, slightly downward position with both unique design and fabrics like Koredry to eliminate movement in all directions. “They don’t move, so you can.”
C4 WATERMAN BOOTH 39138
$80
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PAHU PAHU LONG SLEEVE RASH GUARD
It might take years for Keone Nunes to agree to kakau (tattoo) a person, if he ever does at all. “The purpose is not to decorate the body, but to embed the individual with mana, or spirit,” he says. Nunes tattoos in the
26 | ORSM11 | new products showcase KOKATAT BOOTH 33051
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WOOLCORE
Kokatat introduces a new paddling baselayer collection, setting the standard for comfort in paddling apparel. At the heart of this collection of dry and wet baselayer styles is WoolCore, a Polartec Power Dry wool/ recycled polyester blend fabric that helps regulate body temperature by controlling the rate of evaporative cooling. This product is manufactured entirely in the U.S. (wool, fabric, garment assembly) and has a super-soft carbon footprint as well.
VICTORY KOREDRY BOOTH 98078
$43–$75
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KILL THE CHILL FLEECE HOODIE
A lightweight, durable fleece hoodie built for action. The unique nylon-polyester-Lycra blend allows for more freedom
with four-way stretch. Fibers are water resistant, continuing to insulate even when wet and don’t get as heavy as other fleece. The nylon component makes it super durable and pill-resistant, and the high-loft fleece provides great insulation without extra weight—perfect for athletic activities and long expeditions.
KOKATAT BOOTH 33051
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NEOCORE
New for 2012, NeoCore shorts and tops provide a super-comfy wet insulation layer for men and women. With paddling specific patterns, this lightweight, 0.5mm neoprene fabric features a plush polyester inner lining that is comfortable against the skin and retains less water. Combined with the permanent durable water-resistant (DWR) coating on the outer surface, NeoCore helps regulate body temperature by reducing the effect of evaporative heat loss.
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