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
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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 $240.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$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 $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
$239.00 $290.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life JacketAstral INDUS Life Jacket
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
From $375.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$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
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NRS Ninja Pro PFDNRS Ninja Pro PFD
NRS Ninja Pro PFD
$249.95
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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
$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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NRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist ThrowNRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist Throw
NRS Pro Guardian Wedge Waist Throw
$139.95
Retriever 5/16" Polypro 60'
Retriever 5/16" Polypro 60'
$78.15
Immersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle BagImmersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle Bag
Immersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle Bag
$50.00
Delta Hip Pad Kit
Delta Hip Pad Kit
$49.95
NRS Universal Kayak Block
NRS Universal Kayak Block
$44.95
Immersion Research Lounge BackbandImmersion Research Lounge Backband
Immersion Research Lounge Backband
$74.95
Aqua Bound Shred 4pc Fiberglass Whitewater Kayak Breakdown Paddle
Aqua Bound Shred 4pc Fiberglass Whitewater Kayak Breakdown Paddle
$204.95
NRS PTR Kayak PaddleNRS PTR Kayak Paddle
NRS PTR Kayak Paddle
$69.95
River Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw BagRiver Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw Bag
River Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw Bag
$69.95
Chums Floating Phone ProtectorChums Floating Phone Protector
Chums Floating Phone Protector
From $19.99
AquaPac 358 Phone CaseAquaPac 358 Phone Case
AquaPac 358 Phone Case
$34.95
Werner Amigo Kayak PaddleWerner Amigo Kayak Paddle
Werner Amigo Kayak Paddle
$162.00
NRS Men's Axiom Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)NRS Men's Axiom Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)
NRS Men's Axiom Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)
From $1,295.00
NRS PTK Kayak PaddleNRS PTK Kayak Paddle
NRS PTK Kayak Paddle
$104.95
Astral Men's Loyak AC Water ShoeAstral Men's Loyak AC Water Shoe
Astral Men's Loyak AC Water Shoe
$110.00
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Aqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak PaddleAqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
Aqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
$374.96 $499.95
Immersion Research Reggie BackbandImmersion Research Reggie Backband
Immersion Research Reggie Backband
$79.95
Immersion Research Reggie Forward AdjustImmersion Research Reggie Forward Adjust
Immersion Research Reggie Forward Adjust Backband
$70.00
Astral Womens Loyak AC Shoe
Astral Womens Loyak AC Shoe
$110.00
Delta Elevate Seat Retrofit KitDelta Elevate Seat Retrofit Kit
Delta Elevate Seat Retrofit Kit
$49.95
JK Happy Seat Magnum/ Thruster Combo
JK Happy Seat Magnum/ Thruster Combo
$114.99
JK Happy Combo
JK Happy Combo
$84.99
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NRS Dri-Stow Dry SacksNRS Dri-Stow Dry Sacks
NRS Dri-Stow Dry Sacks
From $20.21 $21.99
Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0
Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0
$845.00

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