ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
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ESSENTIALS CHECKLIST:
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
PADDLE
THROWLINE
AIRBAGS
HELMET
SPLIT PADDLE
OUTERWEAR
GOOD RIVER SHOES
BUOYANCY AID / PFD
FIRST AID KIT
SPRAYDECK
SLING / KARABINER
INSULATING LAYERS
Paddles vary from 180cm to about
230cm. Given variations in pad-
dling style, height, arm and boat
length we recommend testing
different paddle lengths and blade
shapes.
Never go whitewater kayaking
without a throwline and rescue
knife and learn how to use them.
Ask your local stockist for details
of course providers.
Using airbags in your kayak keeps
some of the water out of the boat
in the event of a capsize, making it
easier to empty and increasing its
buoyancy.
Always wear an approved kayaking
helmet when appropriate. A good
fitting helmet could save your life.
There is a great choice of helmets
designed specifically for kayakers
(check it’s approved to EN1385).
If you loose or break your original
set you could be in trouble.
Make sure you have at least one
spare set per group.
The correct choice of clothing
is a major consideration when
kayaking. The type of waterproof
protective clothing is dictated by
water temperature, the weather
conditions and type of activity.
Obvious, but essential. You’ll need
shoes with good grip and firm
soles.
Never go kayaking without wear-
ing an approved, correctly fitting
buoyancy aid. Always try on
buoyancy aids before you buy and
remember to always inspect for
wear or diminished flotation foam
before you get on the water.
There are several self-contained
waterproof versions for watersports
available or put one together
yourself.
We recommend using a spraydeck
on moving water to keep water
out of the boat and allow you to
perform an Eskimo roll. Ensure you
are comfortable releasing the deck
and exiting the boat before use.
A simple but important piece of
whitewater rescue equipment.
A sling has a variety of uses from
belay anchor to improvised short
throwline. Karabiners are essential to
clip into boats, paddles or people.
Quick drying synthetic fabrics are
a must – don’t wear cotton.
A range of polyester thermal layers
designed specifically for kayaking
are available from palmequip-
menteurope.com
Visit palmequipmenteurope.com or your local retailer to learn more.
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