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
From $299.00
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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 Bill's Bag 65L Dry BagNRS Bill's Bag 65L Dry Bag
NRS Bill's Bag 65L Dry Bag
$219.95
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NRS 110 L Bill's Bag DrybagNRS 110 L Bill's Bag Drybag
NRS 110 L Bill's Bag Drybag
$239.95
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Watershed Yukon Dry DuffelWatershed Yukon Dry Duffel
Watershed Yukon Dry Duffel
$229.00
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NRS High Roll Duffel BagNRS High Roll Duffel Bag
NRS High Roll Duffel Bag
From $116.21
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AquaPac Small 348AquaPac Small 348
AquaPac Small 348
$34.95
Level 6 Breakwater Bib 2.5Level 6 Breakwater Bib 2.5
Level 6 Breakwater Bib 2.5
$400.00
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Watershed Westwater Waterproof BackpackWatershed Westwater Waterproof Backpack
Watershed Westwater Waterproof Backpack
$249.00
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NRS Mens Freefall DrypantsNRS Mens Freefall Drypants
NRS Mens Freefall Drypants
$244.95
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NRS Men's Foray Dry SuitNRS Men's Foray Dry Suit
NRS Men's Foray Dry Suit
From $549.95
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Kokatat Women's Meridian Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)Kokatat Women's Meridian Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)
Kokatat Women's Meridian Dry Suit (GORE-TEX Pro)
$1,499.00
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Immersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry SuitImmersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry Suit
Immersion Research Men's 7Figure Dry Suit
$1,459.00
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Immersion Research Men's Devil's Club Dry SuitImmersion Research Men's Devil's Club Dry Suit
Immersion Research Men's Devil's Club Dry Suit
From $1,099.00 $1,399.00
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Watershed Animas Backpack Dry BagWatershed Animas Backpack Dry Bag
Watershed Animas Backpack Dry Bag
$219.00
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IR Aphrodite Womens Dry SuitIR Aphrodite Womens Dry Suit
IR Aphrodite Womens Dry Suit
$1,259.00
Kokatat Women's Gore-Tex Icon Drysuit
Kokatat Women's Gore-Tex Icon Drysuit
$1,499.00
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Explorer Dry Bag
Explorer Dry Bag
From $29.00
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Pelican Protector Case Dry Box 1450Pelican Protector Case Dry Box 1450
Pelican Protector Case Dry Box 1450
$164.95
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Pelican Protector Case Dry Box 1550
Pelican Protector Case Dry Box 1550
$176.96 $235.95
NRS Women's Freefall DrypantNRS Women's Freefall Drypant
NRS Women's Freefall Drypant
$244.95
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Evac Compression DrybagEvac Compression Drybag
Evac Compression Drybag
From $49.95
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Sea to Summit Ultra Sil Dry BagSea to Summit Ultra Sil Dry Bag
Sea to Summit Ultra Sil Dry Bag
From $22.95
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Women's 2025 Kokatat Icon Drysuit - Gore-TexWomen's 2025 Kokatat Icon Drysuit - Gore-Tex
Women's 2025 Kokatat Icon Drysuit - Gore-Tex
$1,549.00
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Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Sack
Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Sack
$29.95
Aquapac Waterproof Classic Phone Case PlusAquapac Waterproof Classic Phone Case Plus
Aquapac Waterproof Classic Phone Case Plus
$39.95

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Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak CloseoutJackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
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Jackson Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout
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$999.00 $1,599.00
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