Kosi Pogies

18/07/2026

Breaking news from Kosi Pogies sewing hub..
The August edition of The Paddler Magazine features its first review of Kosi Pogies, concentrating on sun protection. There will be another review of Kosi Pogies later in the year for cold weather paddling.
My antique Treadle Singer sewing machine is well oiled and ready for action.
Luckily I have about 100 pairs in stock. Stitched in a range of colours to match your boat, gear and taste.
I have also added a new colour , Orange. Only available for top colour at the moment.
I had better get sewing.
Thank you everyone who has encouraged and supported Kosi Pogies over the last 8 years.

06/07/2026

Update from my previous post on PFAS
I have just been contacted by my material suppliers and pleased to let you know that all the material I use to make Kosi Pogies is PFAS free. Happy days.
Also pleased to let you know that I have also found PFAS free material in Orange suitable for Kosi Pogies. New season colour. I often get requests for Orange. Lots of Orange boats and dry suits on the market it seems.
Unfortunately the material is double the price of my usual material.
I have addled the colour option Black cuff , Orange top to my website and kept the Kosi Pogies at £30 per pair.
But if you are looking for Kosi Pogies in all Orange you will find them in the bespoke section of my website. Cost £40 per pair.
Apologies for increase.
kosipogies.company.site

17/06/2026

Some of you may have noticed that some drysuit and outdoor clothing manufacturers are now advertising products as PFAS free or PFC free. Sometimes called forever chemicals, they have been used in most waterproof and water repellant outdoor fabrics because they work really well and durable.
But environmental concerns have been raised. France, Denmark and California have already banned PFSA in a wide range of products, including paddling gear, since February 2026.
The UK is lagging behind. They made a plan for improvement earlier this year but no decisions or regulations yet.
As a wee business I have been looking into what this means for Kosi Pogies.
I recently contacted my fabric supplier and learned that many of the newest PFAS fabric technologies are still being developed and working to achieve the same level of waterproofing and durability. He does not have PFAS fabric in stock at the moment but is keeping me updated and I will adopt suitable alternatives when available.
Also take a note of the amazing bargains on dry suits just as some companies are transitioning to PFAS free.
In the meantime one of the most sustainable things we can do is make products last.
The greenest bit of gear is the one we don’t need to replace every year.
Happy Paddling with Kosi Pogies.

03/06/2026

Kosi Pogies is the best hand protection for all seasons.
Kosi Pogies will provide a simple barrier between your skin and the sun, helping to protect your hands while you paddle.
Hours on the water means hours of UV exposure with the backs of the hands taking the full force.
Choose the short marathon style with the open stiffened cuff in a light colour. White and yellow are best colours. Great air circulation with the open cuff and easy to dip hands in the water to cool them down.
Head over to my website to see all the colour choices.
kosipogies.company.site
Cost £30 including freepost world wide

21/03/2026

Perfect weather window for a paddle from Berwick to Eyemouth today in our double sea kayak with Daisy dog on top. 9 nautical miles . Special treat to go through The Needle on the spring high tide. Great to see the guillemots , razor bills, puffins and fulmars back for the nesting season. Still waiting on the kittiwakes to arrive.
Happy Paddling with Kosi Pogies.

13/01/2026

Chuffed to read this review today of my Kosi Pogies from Andrew.
Another Happy Paddler with Kosi Pogies.

11/01/2026

Great article on the dangers of cold water paddling.
Our waters in Scotland are pretty cold most of the year. Loch Ness , due to its depth never gets much above 5 degrees below the surface all year round.
Paddlers all have habits ,good and bad , picked up over the years.
My habit is to always splash some water on my forehead every time I start paddling. Just to let my brain know how cold the water is.
When I started paddling , 1982, I capsized after a river trip down The River Balvaig. I was told it was the easiest way to get out of the river. I thought I would be fine as I took a deep breath giving me plenty time to exit my boat for the first time. As soon as I hit the water it felt like I had been punched in the stomach and I instantly exhaled all the air in my lungs under the water. Panic set in and not happy to say the least. I survived but a hard lesson. Took me a couple of years before I got in kayak again.
Doesn’t matter how fit you are. I paddled with an international gymnast a few years ago. He was doing handstands on his boat. Really impressive. He fell in and reacted badly to the cold water. He had no fat , pure muscle. Took him a while to recover from his cold swim. I was a warm sunny mid summers day.
Stay safe out there everyone on your paddling adventures. Wear a B/A and always dress for water temp.
Rivers are going to be exciting and cold after the snow melt.
Happy Paddling with Kosi Pogies.

03/01/2026

24/12/2025

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Healthy and prosperous New Year from Kosi Pogies.

07/12/2025

Greetings from Lake Tahoe.
Kosi Pogies on an adventure paddling on the crystal clear waters of Lake Tahoe where you can wave to Billionaires row.
Oh I wish .
Sent by a happy paddler.