Gear & Accessories
Below find our reviews, tips and information on various kayaking gear and accessories.
Sub-Categories
- Kayaking Paddles
- PFD's (Lifejackets)
- Kayaking Clothing & Footwear
- Bags, Cases & Packs for Kayaking
- Dog Gear for Kayaking
- Inflatable Kayak Pumps
- Comfort Items for Your Kayak
- H20 Audio
- Miscellaneous Kayaking Gear
- Kayaking Books, DVDs, Magazines
Lifejacket Hydration Pack
Depending on how hard you want to paddle, kayaking can be relaxing and it can also be a great workout. Staying hydrated is extremely important… especially if you are out in the hot sun. Keeping your water bottle in an easy access spot is not always convenient when kayaking. Also as anyone who has ever kayaked before will know, in order to drink from your water bottle you have to completely stop paddling and hold on... (Continue reading...)
Yakgrips Kayak Paddle Grips
These are the absolute best invention for a kayak paddle. If you have ever suffered from blisters or calluses while paddling, the Yakgrips kayak paddle grips will help immensely. I always seem to have a problem with getting blisters and calluses on the palms of my hands while I am kayaking. Consequently I wear kayak gloves, but in the summer my hands sweat and I am uncomfortable. I actually never thought to look into... (Continue reading...)
NRS Kayak Hanger
A kayak hanger is a neat idea. I don’t use one myself as I usually just store my inflatable kayak away in its bag. However I think if you have the space this kayak hanger would actually be really handy. Below are two reasons that even for an inflatable kayak this kayak hanger could be put to good use. You could use it to dry your inflatable kayak out. You want to make sure your inflatable is completely dry before you... (Continue reading...)
4-Piece Kayak Paddle
Most kayak paddles will either be all one piece or very commonly will come apart in two pieces. These are fine if you are using a hard-shell kayak or if you are only transporting your paddle in your vehicle. However one of the great advantages of using an inflatable kayak is that you can usually take it traveling with you or possibly even carry it in a pack on your back. If you are planning on doing some traveling you... (Continue reading...)
NRS Kayak Tow Line
I had never thought about bringing a kayak tow line with me on a kayaking trip before until I actually came across one and realized how handy it would be to have along for the ride. It doesn’t appeal to me to have to tow somebody as I would imagine it would take a fair amount of physical effort on my part. However if someone needed the help it would be nice to have the right equipment with me to be able to help them. ... (Continue reading...)
H2O Audio Amphibx Armband – Waterproof your iPod
Besides the Waterproof Surge Headphones this is my other favorite H2O Audio piece. This armband is the perfect accessory for using your iPod while you kayak. It is waterproof up to 12ft / 3.6m and is compatible with standard 3.5mm headphone plugs. The great thing about the Amphibx armband is that it is designed to grip your arm no matter what movement you are doing… even if you are wiping out. Below are some of... (Continue reading...)
Paddle Drip Rings – Great Paddle Accessory
Most kayak paddles come with rubber drip rings. These help to catch the water drips before they dribble down to your hands. For some reason when I kayak the water still drips onto my hands and arms even though there are the standard drip rings attached. Granted you will get some water on you while you paddle, I realize this, but I feel that I get a little more than normal. I have been told it has to do with the way I... (Continue reading...)
NRS HydroSkin Shirts
These HydroSkin shirts are the perfect mid-layer for all kayaking expeditions. It can be worn alone on semi-cool days and will provide a fair amount of warmth. Or it can be a fantastic mid-layer in between a thermal inner layer and a windproof outer shell in colder weather. You can’t go wrong with this shirt… it is comfortable, warm, moisture wicking and looks fantastic. Available At: – NRSweb.com Men’s... (Continue reading...)
Digital Waterproof Cameras
Want to record your whitewater kayaking adventures? These waterproof cameras can attach either onto your helmet, onto your wrist or onto your kayak paddles and allow you to take phenomenal shots. There are three different cameras to choose from. Please see details below. Available At: NRSweb.com – Digital Waterproof Cameras GoPro Digital Helmet Hero Wide 5 MP Waterproof Camera This waterproof camera gives high quality... (Continue reading...)
NRS Kayak Bilge Pump with Float
I have never personally had to use a bilge pump while kayaking on a lake. However for kayaking on whitewater or on the ocean it would be very wise to have a kayak bilge pump handy. A bilge pump helps to easily get rid of excess water inside a kayak. It is very easy to use as there is no hose and can pump 8 gallons of water per minute. I personally like the NRS kayak bilge pump because first of all it is inexpensive, second... (Continue reading...)
