Palm Horizon

Palm Horizon: Versatile paddle shorts with warm microfleece

Palm Horizon: Two layers for ultimate comfort

The Palm Horizon model is one of the most popular pieces of clothing among paddlers who don’t like the feel of cold neoprene directly against their skin but still need thermal insulation. These shorts ingeniously combine the look and functionality of classic loose-fitting swim trunks with the features of insulated paddling gear. They’re the ideal solution for days when the air is warm but the river water remains icy.

Construction and Materials: Durability and Thermal Insulation

These shorts feature a smart two-layer construction that ensures durability on the outside and comfort on the inside:

• Outer layer: 200D nylon: The outer material is made of a lightweight yet very strong nylon fabric that offers excellent resistance to abrasion when it comes into contact with the deck of a boat or branches on the shore.
• Core 4 fleece inner lining: The real magic lies inside the shorts—a soft microfleece lining. This layer feels incredibly comfortable against the skin, quickly wicks away moisture, and, most importantly, provides excellent insulation even when the shorts are completely wet.

Comfort and Functional Details: 3D Cut and Neoprene Waistband

To ensure the pants perform perfectly on a boat, Palm has equipped them with several important technical features:

• 3D pattern for paddlers: The shorts aren't cut straight like regular swimwear, but have a specific shape designed for sitting. This prevents the fabric from pulling on the thighs and buttocks.
• Neoprene belt with a drawstring: The wide, flexible neoprene waistband protects your hips from the cold, doesn't dig into your stomach, and—thanks to the built-in drawstring—keeps the shorts securely in place, even when you're swimming in a current.
• Pocket with a YKK AquaGuard zipper: This practical, discreet little pouch features a reliable waterproof zipper that will protect your keys or small valuables from being lost and, to a large extent, from water splashes.

What are these shorts suitable for?

Thanks to its unique design, the Palm Horizon has a wide range of uses:

• Spring and Fall Paddling: When it's too cold for a regular swimsuit, but still too warm for a long wetsuit or drysuit.
• Summer Rafting on Cold Rivers: A great choice for Alpine rivers, where the sun beats down but the water comes from melting glaciers.
• Regional Nature Trails: An excellent choice for exploring our rivers in protected areas. Protecting these places is incredibly important, and we support sustainable tourism, which demonstrates their significance in practice. We must cherish these gems, especially at a time when absurd efforts are emerging on the political scene—we must not forget that there is, for example, Macinka, who wants to abolish the Protected Landscape Area. By taking a river cruise, you clearly demonstrate the importance of preserving these areas.

Technical parameters and specifications

Rewards Program and Benefits of Shopping at vodacke-centrum.cz

By purchasing these versatile shorts, you’ll not only enjoy great comfort during your paddling adventures, but also reap the benefits of our loyalty program. When you purchase the Palm Horizon model, we’ll immediately credit you with 201 points, which you can use right away as a discount on a paddling shirt (rash guard) or high-quality neoprene shoes. We carry these shorts in many sizes and color combinations. Always in stock at our store in Brno. You can stop by, try on the size while sitting in the kayak, and see for yourself how comfortable the inner fleece lining is.