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Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece 198-208cm -Large Blade
Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece 194-204cm - Large Blade - Aluminum
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
$559.00
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Werner Powerhouse Carbon Bent Shaft 203 cmWerner Powerhouse Carbon Bent Shaft 197 cm
Werner Powerhouse Carbon Bent Shaft
$489.00
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Spray Skirts

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IR Klingon Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt XXL
IR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
$300.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$239.00
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Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout 1.4 SM
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
$149.95 $189.95
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
$320.00
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$320.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life Jacket LE Bones Red Medium LargeAstral INDUS Life Jacket Red Orange Medium Large
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
From $375.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD Midnight Black LG XLAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD Midnight Black MD LG
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$365.00
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NRS Vector PFD Closeout Black XS MNRS Vector PFD Closeout Black L XL
NRS Vector PFD Closeout
$199.95 $299.95
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD Black
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
$249.95 $339.00
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NRS Ninja Pro PFD Black XS MNRS Ninja Pro PFD Black MD LG
NRS Ninja Pro PFD
$249.95
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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 Reflex BlueSweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet Gloss White
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet
$329.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet Dirt BlackSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet Gloss White
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet Deep TealSweet Protection Rocker Helmet Gloss White
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet
$249.95
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WRSI Current Helmet SM MD GhostWRSI Current Helmet MD LG Ghost
WRSI Current Helmet
$149.95
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Shred Ready ZETA Helmet Black Black SmallShred Ready ZETA Helmet White White Small
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
From $129.95
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Throw Bags

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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 Bag Yellow Navy - Yellow RopeRiver Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag Purple Gradients - Yellow Rope
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
$99.00
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NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag YellowNRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag Hi Vis Green
NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
$64.95
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Astral Throw RopeAstral Throw Rope
Astral Throw Rope
$59.95
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw BagSalamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
$113.75

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Jackson Backband Rope (Rope Only) Black LargeJackson Backband Rope (Rope Only)
Jackson Backband Rope (Rope Only)
$19.95
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw BagSalamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
Salamander Golden Retriever 60 Spectra Throw Bag
$113.75
River Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw Bag Black YellowRiver Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw Bag Black Hot Pink
River Station Rapid Pack Waist Throw Bag
$130.00
Werner Powerhouse 4pc Breakdown Kayak Paddle 209cm - R30L30
Werner Powerhouse 4pc Breakdown Kayak Paddle
$379.00
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Pelican Micro Drycase 1060 YellowPelican Micro Drycase 1060
Pelican Micro Drycase 1060
From $33.50
Werner Stikine Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Stikine Bent Shaft Paddle
$549.00
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River Station DryLap - Kayak Dry Bag BlackRiver Station DryLap - Kayak Dry Bag Mint
River Station DryLap - Kayak Dry Bag
$89.95
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Chums Shuttle Splash Sack Camo Blue LTDChums Shuttle Splash Sack Rainbow LTD
Chums Shuttle Splash Sack
$27.99
NRS Co-Pilot Rescue Knife FlareNRS Co-Pilot Rescue Knife Safety Yellow
NRS Co-Pilot Rescue Knife
$54.95
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NSI Anatomic Backband Blue Camo
NSI Anatomic Backband
$84.95
NRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110L FlintNRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110L Red
NRS Heavy-Duty Bill's Bag 110L
$279.95
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Salamander Retriever 5/16" Polypro 60' Throw Bag
Salamander Retriever 5/16" Polypro 60' Throw Bag
$79.95
Immersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle Bag BlackImmersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle Bag
Immersion Research Sack of DaSpare Paddle Bag
$50.00
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Delta Contour Hip Pad Fit Kit
Delta Contour Hip Pad Fit Kit
$49.95
Aqua Bound Shred 4pc Fiberglass Whitewater Kayak Breakdown Paddle Red
Aqua Bound Shred 4pc Fiberglass Whitewater Kayak Breakdown Paddle
$204.95
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River Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw Bag Gold Sky Yellow RopeRiver Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw Bag
River Station Kayak-Packraft 55' Throw Bag
$69.95
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Chums Floating Phone Protector LemonsChums Floating Phone Protector Green
Chums Floating Phone Protector
From $19.99
Werner Amigo Kayak PaddleWerner Amigo Kayak Paddle
Werner Amigo Kayak Paddle
$174.00
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NRS PTK Kayak Paddle 220cmNRS PTK Kayak Paddle
NRS PTK Kayak Paddle
$104.95
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Astral Men's Loyak AC Water ShoeAstral Men's Loyak AC Water Shoe
Astral Men's Loyak AC Water Shoe
From $110.00
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Aqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle 197 - 202 cm MajorAqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
Aqua Bound Aerial Fiberglass 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle
$499.95
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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
Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0 Storm Blue XXLKokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0 Tangerine XXL
Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit - Hydrus 3.0
$999.00
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Jackson 2021 Zen 3.0 Kayak Closeout Red Large
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2025 Jackson Rockstar 5 Closeout
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