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 $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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Werner Stikine Straight Shaft PaddleWerner Stikine Straight Shaft Paddle
Werner Stikine Straight Shaft Paddle
$415.00
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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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NRS Crew Youth PFD 50-90lbsNRS Crew Youth PFD 50-90lbs
NRS Crew Youth PFD 50-90lbs
$69.95
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NRS Vista Youth PFD 50-90LBSNRS Vista Youth PFD 50-90LBS
NRS Vista Youth PFD 50-90LBS
$94.95
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Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
$69.95
WRSI Moment HelmetWRSI Moment Helmet
WRSI Moment Helmet
$189.95
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NRS Zephyr inflatable PFDNRS Zephyr inflatable PFD
NRS Zephyr inflatable PFD
$169.95
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NRS Drylander Shock Cord Sprayskirt
NRS Drylander Shock Cord Sprayskirt
$149.95
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Salamander Beak Helmet VisorSalamander Beak Helmet Visor
Salamander Beak Helmet Visor
$24.95
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Salamander Revisor BlackSalamander Revisor Blue
Salamander Revisor Visor
$24.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$249.95
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Level 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release ValveLevel 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release Valve
Level 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release Valve
$285.00 $350.00
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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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WRSI Trident HelmetWRSI Trident Helmet
WRSI Trident Helmet
$269.95
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NRS Wedge Rescue ThrowbagNRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
$64.95
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Astral Bowen PFDAstral Bowen PFD
Astral Bowen PFD
$240.00
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
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Werner Sherpa Carbon Straight Whitewater Kayak PaddleWerner Sherpa Carbon Straight Whitewater Kayak Paddle
Werner Sherpa Carbon Straight Whitewater Kayak Paddle
$359.00
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2025 Women's Astral Layla PFD2025 Women's Astral Layla PFD
2025 Women's Astral Layla PFD
$170.00
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2025 Men's Astral Ringo PFD2025 Men's Astral Ringo PFD
2025 Men's Astral Ringo PFD
$170.00
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Kokatat 2025 Icon Drysuit - GORE-TexKokatat 2025 Icon Drysuit - GORE-Tex
Kokatat 2025 Icon Drysuit - GORE-Tex
From $1,549.00
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Kokatat Mens Meridian Drysuit - Gore-texKokatat Mens Meridian Drysuit - Gore-tex
Kokatat Mens Meridian Drysuit - Gore-tex
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NRS Men's Sidewinder Dry BibNRS Men's Sidewinder Dry Bib
NRS Men's Sidewinder Dry Bib
$449.95 $499.00
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NRS Tuff Sack Dry BagNRS Tuff Sack Dry Bag
NRS Tuff Sack Dry Bag
From $29.95
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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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