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Bittu Ali & Spike Gladwin on the SC Coast. photo: Spencer Cooke

Paddlesports Gear Checklist

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Whitewater

  • WW Kayak Paddle
  • Neoprene Sprayskirt
  • High Mobility, Short Profile WW PFD
  • WW Helmet
  • Floatation Airbags
  • Roof Rack, Kayak Stacker
  • Rescue Throw Bag
  • River Rescue Knife
  • Whistle
  • Nose Clips
  • Spare 4 pc Paddle
  • First Aid Kit
  • Water Bottle
  • Small Dry Bag w/Lunch, Sunscreen, etc
  • Cockpit Travel Cover
  • Clothing for Conditions

Kayak Fishing

  • Kayak Paddle
  • 1-2 Anchor Kits
  • High Back PFD w/ Extra Storage
  • Anchor Trolley System
  • Upgraded Backrest for SOTs
  • Stake Out Pole
  • Roof Rack w/Cradles or Rollers
  • Gear Keeper
  • Scupper Plugs
  • Storage Crate for Tankwell
  • Paddle Leash
  • Tackle Boxes
  • Whistle
  • Rod Extensions
  • Water Bottles/ Hyrdation
  • Bait Well/ Live Well
  • Dry Bags for Gear, Lunch, Sunscreen, etc
  • Fish Grip
  • USGC Approved Signaling Devices for Coastal Trips
  • Clothing for Conditions
  • Rod Holders
  • GPS, Fish Finder & Mounts
  • Kayak Cart
  • Waterproof Camera
  • Garage Cradle or Sling
  • Waterproof Cell Phone Case

Touring

  • Upgraded Kayak Paddle
  • Breathable Nylon or Neoprene Sprayskirt
  • High Mobility, Short Profile Touring PFD
  • Paddle Float Rescue
  • Bilge Pump
  • Kayak Cart
  • Roof Rack, Kayak Cradles
  • Kayak Deck Bag
  • Paddle Leash
  • Spare Paddle
  • Whistle
  • USCG Approved Signaling Devices for Coastal Trips
  • VHF & Weather Radio for Coastal Trips
  • Waterproof Cell Phone Case
  • Navigation Equipment
    (GPS, Compass, Charts)
  • Dry Bag for Spare Clothes
  • Dry Box for Camera, Binoculars, Birding Book
  • Reflective Tape/Rigging for visibility
  • Water Bottles/ Hydration
  • Lunch, Sunscreen, Hat
  • Cockpit Travel Cover
  • Clothing for Conditions
  • Garage Cradle or Sling for Storage
  • Trip Plan
  • First Aid Kit
  • Repair Materials for Extended Trips

Sit on Top

  • Kayak Paddle
  • High Back PFD
  • Upgraded Backrest
  • Kayak Cart
  • Roof Rack
  • Scupper Plugs
  • Paddle Leash
  • Whistle
  • Water Bottle
  • Dry Bag for Gear Lunch, Sunscreen, etc
  • Clothing for Conditions
  • Thigh Straps for Surf
  • Garage Cradle or Sling

Recreational

  • Kayak Paddle
  • Nylon Sprayskirt, Spraydeck or Workdeck
  • High Back PFD
  • Bilge Pump
  • Bilge Sponge
  • Kayak Cart
  • Roof Rack, Kayak Cradles
  • Kayak Deck Bag
  • Whistle
  • Paddle Leash
  • Dry Bag for Spare Clothes
  • Dry Box for Camera, Binoculars, Birding Book
  • Water Bottle
  • Lunch, Sunscreen, Hat
  • Cockpit Travel Cover
  • Clothing for Conditions
  • Garage Cradle or Sling for Storage

Canoeing

  • Canoe Paddles
  • PFDs
  • Helmet, Airbags, Throwbags & River Knife for WW river trips
  • Roof Rack, Gunwale Brackets
  • Canoe Cart
  • Bail Bucket and/or Bilge Pump
  • Whistle
  • Spare Paddles
  • Canoe Seat Backs
  • D-Rings, Knee Pads, Skid Plate
    Kit and related Outfitting
  • First Aid Kit
  • Water Bottles
  • Dry Bags for Gear, Lunch, Sunscreen, etc
  • Beverage Cooler
  • Dog or Extra Passenger
  • Clothing for Conditions
  • Garage Cradle or Sling for Storage

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