Kayak Essentials

Everything you need (besides a kayak) to get safely out on the water!

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Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
From $820.00
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Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Werner Stealth Bent Whitewater Kayak PaddleWerner Stealth Bent Whitewater Kayak Paddle
Werner Stealth Bent Whitewater Kayak Paddle
$559.00
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Werner Covert Bent Shaft Kayak PaddleWerner Covert Bent Shaft Kayak Paddle
Werner Covert Bent Shaft Kayak Paddle
$559.00
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Spray Skirts

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IR Klingon Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
From $240.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
From $189.00
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Seals Pro Shocker SprayskirtSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt
$189.95
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
From $270.00
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$270.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life JacketAstral INDUS Life Jacket
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
$375.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
From $365.00
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NRS Vector PFDNRS Vector PFD
NRS Vector PFD
$299.95
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
From $299.00
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Astral Bowen PFDAstral Bowen PFD
Astral Bowen PFD
$240.00
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Basic Swiftwater Safety Gear List

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Which PFD do I Need?

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How to Choose Your Whitewater Helmet

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Helmets + Accessories

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Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
$329.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$249.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$129.95
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Shred Ready ZETA HelmetShred Ready ZETA Helmet
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
$177.95
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Throw Bags

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Level 6 Quick-Release Throwbag BeltLevel 6 Quick-Release Throwbag Belt
Level 6 Quick-Release Throwbag Belt
$30.00
NRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist ThrowNRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist Throw
NRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist Throw
$109.95
NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw BagNRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
$89.95
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw BagNRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
$109.95
Astral Throw RopeAstral Throw Rope
Astral Throw Rope
$59.95

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NRS Vista Adult PFDNRS Vista Adult PFD
NRS Vista Adult PFD
$74.95 $94.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$129.95
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NRS PTR 2 pc Kayak PaddleNRS PTR 2 pc Kayak Paddle
NRS PTR 2 pc Kayak Paddle
$84.95
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Astral Ceiba PFDAstral Ceiba PFD
Astral Ceiba PFD
$90.00 $160.00
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Aqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak PaddleAqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak Paddle
Aqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak Paddle
$244.95
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Shred Ready iON HelmetShred Ready iON Helmet
Shred Ready iON Helmet
$99.95 $132.95
IR Klingon Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
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NRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbsNRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbs
NRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbs
$47.95
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$270.00
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Level 6 Jack Spray SkirtLevel 6 Jack Spray Skirt
Level 6 Jack Spray Skirt
$140.00
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Astral E-Linda PFDAstral E-Linda PFD
Astral E-Linda PFD
$101.95 $135.00
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Astral Sturgeon PFDAstral Sturgeon PFD
Astral Sturgeon PFD
$112.95 $150.00
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NRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak PaddleNRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak Paddle
NRS Ripple 2 pc Kayak Paddle
$149.95
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
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Sweet Protection Strutter HelmetSweet Protection Strutter Helmet
Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet
$199.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Seals Surf SprayskirtSeals Surf Sprayskirt
Seals Surf Sprayskirt
$119.95 $139.95
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Seals Shocker Sprayskirt
Seals Shocker Sprayskirt
$129.95 $149.95
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Seals Pro Shocker SprayskirtSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt
$189.95
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IR Royale Rand Spray SkirtIR Royale Rand Spray Skirt
IR Royale Rand Spray Skirt
$300.00
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Werner Stikine Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
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Werner Sherpa Straight Shaft Kayak PaddleWerner Sherpa Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
Werner Sherpa Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
$308.00
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Pyranha Rebel Kid's Kayak CloseoutPyranha Rebel Kid's Kayak Closeout
Pyranha Rebel Kid's Kayak Closeout
$599.00 $752.00
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Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
$1,099.00 $1,549.00
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Jackson Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
$1,099.00 $1,599.95
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$999.00 $1,599.00
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Zet Ninja Whitewater Kayak - Closeout
$999.00 $1,599.00
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