The Kayak Blog

“Harmony’s Ultralite Touring Spray Skirt combines high-quality materials with exceptional workmanship to craft a tight, comfortable fit in the chest tube with a deck that straps on firmly yet releases quickly when you pull the grab loop. All to keep you very dry and happy on your next expedition.Pictured in Yellow; available in Royal Blue/Black.

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“The Astral Bouyancy Tempo 100 is a simple, light front entry PFD for general use. The Tempo features Floatection,™ engineered to provide utmost freedom of movement for the arms and torso while protecting your spine and ribs. A venting entry allows you to open the front of the vest to cool off, yet the vest remains secured. Easy Reach™ buckles allow for quick and easy adjustment to the girth of the vest. Pictured in Orange; available in colors as listed above.

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“An essential self-rescue device for kayakers, the dual chambered paddle float is designed with an extra large capacity for maximum buoyancy, quick release buckles for easy attachment to kayak paddle and clip on safety tether to eliminate loss in windy conditions. Size: Air Chambers 18.5in. length x 12.5in. width Weight: 15oz.

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The H2O Audio Series waterproof housing for Apple iPod nano (iPod nano not included) allows you to submerse up to 10ft/3m (when paired with H2O Audio Waterproof Headphones) in water. The Commander™ Scroll Wheel allows function of the iPod Click Wheel in the water or while wearing a glove. It features a LatchTight™ locking system and a sealTight™ connector (compatible with standard 3.5mm headphone plugs). A sport armband is included with the H2O Audio Waterproof Nano iPod Housing for your convenience.Enjoy and submerse yourself in sound!*H2O Audio Headphones are NOT included!*See the Size Chart to find out if the H2O Audio Nano case is compatible with your iPod.

“EJ’s Rolling and Bracing DVD shows that the most effective method to learn the kayak roll and kayak brace is also the most fun. This program teaches you how to roll and brace in flatwater first. Then it teaches you how to improve your roll and brace, whether you are an advanced kayaker and miss the occasional roll while playboating or river running, or you just want to get a great roll before you test it in the whitewater. EJ has created the “You can roll in 15 minutes program” and brings it to you in a very visual as well as verbal delivery that will have you rolling in no time.

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“The Canoe D-Ring by NRS is PVC patch with nickel-plated D-ring. It can be attached with Vynabond™ adhesive to dry bags, plastic boxes, ABS canoes, and other plastic boats. The patch diameter for these D-rings is 6″”.

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“Made with super absorbent foam and water-hogging PackTowl fabric, these bailing sponges have an easy to grab shape. Snap loop is great for hanging to dry or securing to your boat. Weight: 1.6 oz /45 g Size: 8.5×4.5×2.25 in / 21×11x5 cm

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“The NRS Paddle Wetshoe is a high-cut, low-profile bootie, designed to provide comfort and support for all types of boaters. NRS took the basic Tread-3™ features (3mm neoprene upper, 5mm insole) and added extra ankle protection, a soft fleece lining, and a superior high-traction wrapped sole that eliminates seams and ridges for all-day comfort. A great, all-around paddle shoe.

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“The Ocoee Waterproof Duffle from Watershed Dry Bags features ZipDry closure.  The freezer bag style ZipDry is far superior in waterproofness to normal roll top “”dry bag”" closures.A full length closure and rugged carry handles make the ZipDry® duffle our most popular style. All our duffles feature over-the-top compression straps for a compact load; the four larger sizes also feature side clip-down buckles for a more streamlined look. Whether it’s lunch and a camera for a day on the local creek, or luggage for a flight to Costa Rica. ZipDry duffels keep you traveling in style and dry comfort.Watershed dry bags are made with non-toxic polyurethane coated fabrics as opposed to chaper PVC coated fabrics. PVC emits toxic fumes when it has been out in the sun, becomes stiff when cold, and wears out quickly. Watershed’s fabric features 4 times the abrasion resistance of PVC and flexibility at all temperatures.

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“Waterproof and durable, the SealLine Boundary™ 115 is perfect for canoeing and canyoneering. Protect your gear on trains, buses, boats and float planes. Made with 20 oz vinyl sides and a heavy-duty 34 oz bottom. Features include removable padded shoulder straps and SealLine’s Dry Seal roll-down closure. The Boundary 115 closes with side-cinch buckles.

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