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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Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak PaddleAquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
$699.95
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Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
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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 $192.00 $240.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$167.20 $209.00
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Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
$149.95 $189.95
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
From $216.00 $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
$232.00 $290.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life JacketAstral INDUS Life Jacket
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
From $300.00 $375.00
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NRS Vector PFDNRS Vector PFD
NRS Vector PFD
$299.95
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$292.00 $365.00
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NRS Ninja Pro PFDNRS Ninja Pro PFD
NRS Ninja Pro PFD
$249.95
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
From $239.20 $299.00
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Basic Swiftwater Safety Gear List

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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
$149.95
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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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NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw BagNRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
$99.95
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw BagNRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
$149.95
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw BagRiver Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
$99.00
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Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
$69.95
NRS Wedge Rescue ThrowbagNRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
$64.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$149.95
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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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Aqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak PaddleAqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak Paddle
Aqua Bound Shred Carbon Kayak Paddle
$179.95 $244.95
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Shred Ready iON HelmetShred Ready iON Helmet
Shred Ready iON Helmet
$99.95 $132.95
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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
$167.20 $209.00
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NRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbsNRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbs
NRS Crew Child PFD 30-50 lbs
$59.95
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$232.00 $290.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$292.00 $365.00
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Sweet Protection Strutter HelmetSweet Protection Strutter Helmet
Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet
From $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 Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Surf Sprayskirt Closeout
Seals Surf Sprayskirt Closeout
$99.95 $139.95
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Seals Shocker Sprayskirt
Seals Shocker Sprayskirt
$149.95
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Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
$149.95 $189.95
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IR Royale Rand Spray SkirtIR Royale Rand Spray Skirt
IR Royale Rand Spray Skirt
$240.00 $300.00
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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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NSI padz Helmet Outfit KitNSI padz Helmet Outfit Kit
NSI padz Helmet Outfit Kit
$29.95
WRSI Current Pro HelmetWRSI Current Pro Helmet
WRSI Current Pro Helmet
$179.95
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Werner Strike Bent Shaft Kayak PaddleWerner Strike Bent Shaft Kayak Paddle
Werner Strike Bent Shaft Kayak Paddle
$415.00
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Werner Odachi Paddle Straight shaftWerner Odachi Paddle Straight shaft
Werner Odachi Paddle Straight shaft
$415.00
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NRS Havoc Livery Helmet UniversalNRS Havoc Livery Helmet Universal
NRS Havoc Livery Helmet Universal
$59.95
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Astral Airbelt 2.0 PFDAstral Airbelt 2.0 PFD
Astral Airbelt 2.0 PFD
$108.00 $135.00
Aqua Bound Manta Ray Fiberglass 2-Piece Kayak PaddleAqua Bound Manta Ray Fiberglass 2-Piece Kayak Paddle
Aqua Bound Manta Ray Fiberglass 2-Piece Kayak Paddle
$139.95
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Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak CloseoutJackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
$1,099.00 $1,549.00
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Jackson Zen 3.0 Kayak CloseoutJackson Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
Jackson Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
$1,099.00 $1,599.95
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Zet Ninja Whitewater Kayak - CloseoutZet Ninja Whitewater Kayak - Closeout
Zet Ninja Whitewater Kayak - Closeout
$999.00 $1,599.00
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Jackson Antix 2.0 2025 CloseoutJackson Antix 2.0 2025 Closeout
Jackson Antix 2.0 2025 Closeout
$1,399.00 $1,599.95
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